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How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth
Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart, Zondervan, 2003
ISBN: 0310246040
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A simple guide to how to do proper exegesis. Discusses bible translations. Separate discussion of the different kind of documents in the Bible: history, epistles, gospels, worship, wisdom, apocalyptic. Includes two excellent chapters on context and the difference between exegesis (uncovering the meaning) and hermeneutics (application today). Also includes a list of the best commentaries for each book of the Bible.
Who Wrote The Bible?
Richard Elliott Friedman, Harper, 1987, 1997
ISBN: 0060630353
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An interesting book for the literate; a challenging book for the faithful. Looks at the Old Testament from the perspective of an historian. Where did these documents originate? Friedman sees each document as originating within the historical context of the divided nations of Israel and their respective priesthoods. Written as a "whodunit" with several missteps and backtracks, which makes for absorbing reading. An excellent introduction to the documentary hypothesis.
Rescuing the Bible from Fundamentalism
John Shelby Spong, Harper Collins, 1991
ISBN: 0060675187
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Written by an Episcopal bishop who does not believe in the virgin birth, the bodily ressurection of Christ, or any other physical miracles recorded in the Bible. Advocates the acceptance of homosexuality and the admittance of women to church leadership. Conservatives won't agree with anything in this book, but the book will give conservatives a solid understanding of the mindset of theological liberalism.
A Little Exercise For Young Theologians
Helmut Thielicke, Eerdmans, 1962, 1976
ISBN: 0802811981
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In a nutshell: why those in Bible college or seminary, or recently graduated, should not be admitted to teaching positions until they have seasoned a bit. Why theological bickering is not conducive to healthy church life. How such discussions originate in pride.
Before You Say "I Do": Important Questions for Couples to Ask Before Marriage
Todd Outcalt, Perigee, 1998
ISBN: 0399523758
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What's So Amazing About Grace?
Phililp Yancey, Zondervan, 1997
ISBN: 0310245656
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Story of the Bible World
Nelson Beecher Keyes, Reader's Digest, 1962
ISBN: 0843736305
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Shows how the Bible stories are increasingly supported by archeological evidence. Written in language that even an older child can understand, but interesting to adults as well.
In The Beginning: A New Interpretation of Genesis
Karen Armstrong, Ballantine, 1996
ISBN: 0679450890
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An interesting discussion of the family dynamics of the patriarchs. Theologically liberal. Written by a former nun who is now more interested in Judaism, Islam, and eastern religions.
History of the Reformation of the Sixteenth Century
J.H. Merle D'Aubigne, Translated by M. White, American Tract Society, 1920's?
ISBN: 0801029627
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The set that turned my life around and reminded me what the Reformation was all about, and how far I had strayed from it.

Last updated Monday 3 August 2009