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約翰福音–道成肉身賜永生 / John – Eternal Life Granted by Incarnated Word

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約翰福音–道成肉身賜永生 / John – Eternal Life Granted by Incarnated Word

作者: 張永信 Vincent Cheung

出版社:天道

出版日期:2003年10月

ISBN: 9789622085822

頁數: 202

會員價:CAD $10.80

約翰福音的信息、足以震撼大地的心懷、搖幌宇亩的肺腑、是值得千古傳誦、亦是歷久彌新

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Revelation: The Spirit Speaks to the Churches

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Revelation: The Spirit Speaks to the Churches
(Preaching the Word Series)

By James M. Hamilton Jr., Series edited by R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: January 31, 2012

ISBN:  9781433505416

Number of Pages: 464

In the book of Revelation, God unveils the world as it really is, identifying an unseen spiritual war and announcing a very real day of judgment. As the end approaches, we need to be convinced that Jesus is reigning as the risen King. We need to have him speak to the situation in our churches. We need to see how God will pulverize wickedness, answer those who oppose him, and establish his eternal kingdom. Revelation has exactly what we need.

Useful for personal study, as well as for preaching and teaching, the thirty-seven sermons in this volume have a clear structure and even include helpful charts and tables to highlight key themes and literary elements. In each sermon, professor and pastor James Hamilton grabs the reader’s attention, raises awareness of a real need, and states the main point of the biblical text. In addition to explaining the meaning of each passage, Hamilton connects the main ideas to applicable analogies and actionable points.

Revelation is a prophecy of epic proportions and Hamilton invites readers to love God and his people by expositing this revelation of Jesus, and to say along with the apostle John, “Come, Lord Jesus.”

Endorsements

“Hamilton has done his homework—and numerous footnotes reveal his scholarship—but he keeps the plot moving as he focuses on the pastoral duty of preaching the book. When exegeting difficult texts he presents the best case for differing viewpoints and then argues persuasively for his, all with an eye on preaching. Pastors will find here an inspiring foundation to craft their own sermons (and check their work), and laypeople will discover a pastoral guide through the minefield that is Revelation. Do you have a question about a passage in Revelation? Look here first.”
Michael Wittmer, Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology, Cornerstone University
“In a day when most preachers appear to be terrified by the prospects of preaching any text beyond the third chapter of the Apocalypse, I find Dr. James Hamilton’s Revelation: The Spirit Speaks to the Churches to be an oasis in the wilderness. Though my own interpretation of the book is light years removed from that of Professor Hamilton, the purity of his love for Christ, for his church, and for the Word of God makes every page a delight to read regardless of his eschatological position.”
Paige Patterson, President, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

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1–3 John: Fellowship in God’s Family

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1–3 John: Fellowship in God’s Family
(Preaching the Word Series)

By David L. Allen, Series edited by R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: June 30, 2013

ISBN:  9781433502859

Number of Pages: 336

What does it look like to “walk in the light, as he is in the light,” to truly live as a follower of Christ? This all-important question finds its answer in three letters from the apostle John. Marked by their sermonic tone, devotional fervor, and emphasis on obedience to God’s commands, 1, 2, and 3 John lovingly teach us how to follow Jesus in open devotion to God.

Professor of preaching David L. Allen guides us through 1–3 John with skill and wisdom, offering helpful insights into the Christian life as well as important themes such as:

The divinity of Christ
Spiritual rebirth
The work of Jesus on the cross
Our responsibility to forsake sin and keep God’s commandments
The work of the Spirit
The danger of false teachers
Hermeneutically sound, Christ-centered, and remarkably practical, this study opens up John’s letters anew and lays out the path for us to walk in light of God’s truth and love.

Table of Contents

Part 1: 1 John
1.  Meet Jesus: God in Human Flesh! (1:1–4)
2.  When Sin Meets Forgiveness (1:5–10)
3.  Jesus Our Advocate at Heaven’s Court (2:1, 2)
4.  The “Know So” Test (2:3–6)
5.  All You Need is Love (2:7–11)
6.  Family Secrets (2:12–14)
7.  Don’t Decorate Your Cell (2:15–17)
8.  Liar! Liar! (2:18–25)
9.  The Unction Function (2:26, 27)
10. Ready or Not, Here I Come! (2:28, 29)
11. Who’s Your Daddy? (3:1–10)
12. Love: The Church’s Circulatory System (3:11–18)
13. How to Send Your Guilt Trip Packing (3:19–24)
14. Discerning Truth and Error (4:1–6)
15. Want to Play Catch? (4:7–11)
16. “Be My Valentine”—God (4:12–21)
17. Faith Is the Victory! (5:1–5)
18. A Tale of Three Witnesses (5:6–12)
19. The Haves and the Have-Nots (5:13–20)
20. Accept No Substitutes! (5:21)
Part 2: 2 John
21. Deniers and Deceivers (2 John)
Part 3: 3 John
22. Down with Diotrephes; Long Live Demetrius! (3 John)

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1-2 Timothy and Titus: To Guard the Deposit

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1-2 Timothy and Titus: To Guard the Deposit
(Preaching the Word Series)

By R. Kent Hughes, Bryan Chapell

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: July 31, 2012

ISBN:  9781433530531

Number of Pages: 464

There are substantial reasons to be energized about studying the Pastoral Letters of Paul. Between them they teach the proper ordering of the church (1 Timothy), they present a developed challenge to all Christians (2 Timothy), and they suggest God’s priorities for mature ministry (Titus). Experienced pastors R. Kent Hughes and Bryan Chapell have done their homework—applying sound principles in interpreting the texts so that we can understand what Paul was really saying.

Teaching on important matters for the local church, Hughes and Chapell offer a timely word to the many Christians who are concerned about their role and responsibility to communicate the truth of the gospel in this diverse and pluralistic society. The Pastoral Letters remind us that, like Timothy, we are to guard what has been entrusted to our care, to fight the good fight, and to keep preaching the Word.

Through the apostle’s words and the commentators’ insights here, we gain an understanding of what God requires of those who would lead in the local church, as well as of those who would be led. Embracing grace, loving godliness, and sharing Christ were not just charges to the early believers, and are not solely the responsibility of pastors, deacons, and elders in the church. They are exhortations for any of us who call ourselves disciples of Christ today.

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Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon: The Fellowship of the Gospel and The Supremacy of Christ

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Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon: The Fellowship of the Gospel and The Supremacy of Christ
(Preaching the Word Series)
2 volumes in 1

By R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: September 30, 2013

ISBN:  9781433536304

Number of Pages: 432

Paul’s epistles to the churches of Philippi and Colossae, and to Philemon stand together as some of the most profound illustrations of the unifying power of the gospel in all of Scripture. Highlighting the reconciliation that Christians enjoy in and through Jesus, Paul’s lofty words and impassioned exhortations spur us to embrace one another as brothers and sisters in Christ.

These books also cover important topics such as:

Joy for the Christian life
The priority of the gospel
Finding true contentment in Christ
Safeguards against seduction
The source of fullness for the Christian family
In this study of Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon, renowned pastor R. Kent Hughes amplifies and explains the apostle Paul’s message with memorable illustrations and penetrating insights into the biblical text. His careful exegesis and perceptive applications will encourage fresh understanding and promote lasting growth as readers are systematically led through God’s Word.

Table of Contents

Part 1: Philippians: The Fellowship of the Gospel (partial)
1.  A Particular Joy (1:1, 2)              
2.  Paul’s Joyous Thanksgiving (1:3–6)      
3.  Paul’s Joyful Affection (1:7, 8)
4.  Paul’s Prayer (1:9–11)               
5.  The Gospel First! (1:12–18a)  
6.  Paul’s Joyous Confidence (1:18b–26)  
7.  Worthy Citizens (1:27–30)      
8.  Living Worthily in the Church (2:1–4)
9.  The Self-humiliation of Christ (2:5–8) 
10. Christ’s Super-exaltation (2:9–11)     
Part 2: Colossians: The Supremacy of Christ (partial)
24. The Celebration of the Church (1:1–8)               
25. The Prayer for the Church (1:9–14)  
26. The Preeminent Christ (1:15–18)      
27. The Supreme Reconciliation (1:19–23)             
28. The Supreme Ministry (1:24–29)       
29. The Supreme Concern (2:1–5)             
30. The Supreme Charge (2:6, 7)                
31. The Safeguard Against Seduction (2:8–10)     
32. The Fullness in Christ (2:11–15)        
33. The Guarding of Your Treasure (2:16–23)      
34. The Seeking of Things Above (3:1–4)
Part 3: Philemon
45. The Reconciling Wisdom (1–25)

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Ephesians: The Mystery of the Body of Christ

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Ephesians: The Mystery of the Body of Christ
(Preaching the Word Series)

By R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: August 31, 2013

ISBN:  9781433536267

Number of Pages: 304

The Apostle Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians is one of the most dynamic portions of all of Scripture. Called by one commentator “the crown and climax of Pauline theology,” it issues a clarion call to all who follow the Master. With its dual focus on Christ and the Church, as well as its careful presentation of doctrine and duty, Ephesians points the way to true Christian living and victory in a sin-embattled world.

In this helpful volume, Pastor Hughes provides an engaging treatment of the major themes of Ephesians:

The celebration of full redemption
The mystery of a new humanity—a third race—in Christ
The fullness of the Spirit for holy living
The beauty of God-given roles in the home and workplace
The implications of our position with Christ in the heavenly realms
Resounding victory in spiritual warfare
This practical commentary on one of the most important expositions of Pauline soteriology in the New Testament will challenge and equip both pastors and students for a walk of spiritual power.

Table of Contents

1.  Celebration of Blessing (1:1–3)
2.  Celebration of Election (1:3–6)
3.  Celebration of Redemption (1:7–10)
4.  Celebration of Salvation (1:11–14)
5.  A Prayer for Enlightenment (1:15–19)
6.  The Fullness of Him (1:18–23)
7.  From Death to Life (2:1–7)
8.  All of Grace (2:8–10)
9.  God’s Amazing Work (2:10)
10. Alienation to Reconciliation (2:11–18)
11. The Third Race (2:19–22)
12. Mystery of Christ (3:1–13)
13. A Prayer for the Third Race (3:14–21)
14. Building the Church’s Unity (4:1–6)
15. Growing the Church (4:7–16)
16. The Divine Wardrobe (4:17–24)
17. Living Under the Smile (4:25–32)
18. The Cookie Jar Syndrome (5:1–7)
19. Shades of Life (5:8–14)
20. The Fullness of the Spirit (5:15–21)
21. The Mystery of Marriage, I (5:21–24)
22. The Mystery of Marriage, II (5:25–33)
23. Instructions to Children and Parents (6:1–4)
24. Slaves and Masters (6:5–9)
25. The View for Victory (6:10–12)
26. Armed for Battle, I (6:13, 14)
27. Armed for Battle, II (6:15, 16)
28. Armed for Battle, III (6:17)
29. Armed for Battle, IV (6:18–20)
30. Glad Benedictions (6:21–24)

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Galatians: Gospel-rooted Living

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Galatians: Gospel-rooted Living
(Preaching the Word Series)

By Todd A. Wilson, Series edited by R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: July 31, 2013

ISBN:  9781433505751

Number of Pages: 288

What do you do when you’ve made a mess of things? Where do you go when you’ve blown it badly? How does the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ empower us to combat things like hypocrisy, pride, people-pleasing, and apostasy? Paul’s letter to the Galatians tells us what we need to know in these situations as he teaches us how to rely upon costly grace.

In this fresh and engaging commentary, pastor Todd Wilson invites us to look beneath the surface of controversy in Galatia to the even more fundamental issue at stake: gospel-rooted living. Combining scholarly depth with practical wisdom, he offers us a soulful commentary based on years of ministry experience and biblical reflection. Read Galatians anew with this exegetically engaged, theologically informed, and pastorally minded resource!

Endorsements

“Todd Wilson’s exposition of Galatians admirably meets the goals of the Preaching the Word series. Wilson knows all the issues in this letter and treats them with remarkable fairness, always making clear just what the text is communicating to God’s people today.”
Douglas J. Moo, Wessner Chair of Biblical Studies, Wheaton College
“I am deeply persuaded about the importance of exposition and the need for application and all the main things of sermon preparation. And there is a ton of info out there on how to interpret and outline a passage and settle on the big idea, but so much of it is not reliable. That’s why I recommend this commentary on Galatians from my friend Todd Wilson. Biblical. Solid. Trustworthy.”
James MacDonald, Pastor, Harvest Bible Chapel, Rolling Meadows, Illinois; author, Vertical Church
“Todd Wilson’s exposition of Galatians is both Biblically grounded and theologically rich. But it doesn’t stop there. Wilson powerfully and astutely applies the message of Galatians to contemporary life. Galatians isn’t left on the shelf; the Word addresses us as those who are tempted to walk according to the flesh, and we are reminded of what it means to be led by the Holy Spirit.”
Thomas R. Schreiner, James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
“A wonderful combination of clarity, insight, and passion. This commentary captures the great big-picture message of Galatians without avoiding any of the difficult details, whether the curse of the Law or remembering the poor. Anyone reading or preaching on Galatians will benefit from this book.”
Simon Gathercole, Senior Lecturer in New Testament, University of Cambridge
“Every pastor knows the need for really great resources that unlock the text in meaningful ways. Todd Wilson’s exposition of Galatians does just that. His perspective on this important letter is grounded in outstanding exegesis and seminal preaching ideas. Don’t preach Galatians without this commentary!”
Joseph M. Stowell, President, Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids, Michigan
“Galatians: Gospel-Rooted Living is a powerful reminder of how important it is for Christians to cling to the most fundamental aspect of the Christian endeavor: the relationship with our Lord and Savior that can only come by grace, through faith. This book is a scholarly work written in a conversational style that makes it easy for readers to identify with and to value the book of Galatians.”
Gene Getz, President, Center for Church Renewal

1.  Go Back to Grace (1:1–5)
2.  Apostolic Astonishment! (1:6–9)
3.  People-pleaser or Servant of Christ? (1:10)
4.  You Are Your Best Argument (1:11–24)
5.  Seeing Grace (2:1–10)
6.  Remembering the Poor (2:10)
7.  Staying in Step with the Truth of the Gospel (2:11–14)
8.  The Truth of the Gospel (2:15, 16)
9.  Cruciformity: The Shape of Gospel-Rooted Living (2:17–21)
10. There’s Only One Way to Finish (3:1–5)
11. Abraham’s Blessing (3:6–9)
12. Clearing the Way for God’s Blessing (3:10–14)
13. Why Then the Law? (3:15–22)
14. Heirs According to Promise (3:23–29)
15. Adoption as Sons (4:1–7)
16. Turning Back Isn’t the Way Forward (4:8–11)
17. Imitation Is the Solution, Part 1 (4:12)
18. Imitation Is the Solution, Part 2 (4:12–20)
19. Children of the Free Woman (4:21–31)
20. What Ultimately Counts? (5:1–6)
21. Free to Run (5:7–12)
22. Through Love Serve One Another (5:13–15)
23. The Sufficiency of the Spirit (5:16–26)
24. Burden Bearing, Part 1: Spiritual Restoration (6:1–5)
25. Burden Bearing, Part 2: Pay Your Pastor (6:6–10)
26. Boast Only in the Cross (6:11–18)

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2 Corinthians: Power in Weakness

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2 Corinthians: Power in Weakness
(Preaching the Word Series)

By:  R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: November 30, 2012

ISBN:  9781433535499

Number of Pages: 272

During Paul’s ministry, Corinth was a newly rebuilt, bustling, important city in the Roman Empire. It was a place full of pride, individualism, wealth, and religious pluralism. No wonder its inhabitants held little regard for Paul’s message!

Sound familiar? Our contemporary culture has much in common with ancient Corinth. The relevance of this book to churches today is astounding. Paul delivers powerful theology that turns the values of the ancient Roman world upside-down—the grace of God, the centrality of the cross, and God’s power made perfect in weakness. He challenges us to live counterculturally.

In this commentary on 2 Corinthians, Pastor R. Kent Hughes carefully examines this second letter from the apostle Paul to the church in Corinth, continuing to provide rich biblical insight for the body of Christ.

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Romans: Righteousness from Heaven

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Romans: Righteousness from Heaven
(Preaching the Word Series)

By:  R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: May 31, 2013

ISBN:  9781433536151

Number of Pages: 336

Few Christians would dispute that the book of Romans is one of the most powerful and influential books ever written. After all, Paul’s epistle has been the written force behind some of the most significant conversions of church history: St. Augustine was convicted of his sin after reading some verses from the thirteenth chapter; Martin Luther recovered the doctrine of salvation by faith from his study of Romans 1:17; John Wesley felt his heart “strangely warmed” and transformed while listening to the reading of Luther’s preface to the book of Romans; and John Bunyan was so inspired as he studied the great themes of Romans that he wrote the immortal Pilgrim’s Progress. There is no doubt about the power of the book of Romans.

Pastor Kent Hughes invites us now to experience the same power that was exhibited in the lives of great Church leaders such as Augustine, Luther, Wesley, and so many others. The fundamental truths expressed in Paul’s letter—the themes of justification by faith, abounding grace, and freedom from sin—come to life as we explore the book that has so challenged and nourished followers of Christ for centuries.

Table of Contents

1.  Introducing Paul to Rome (1:1–7)
2.  Paul’s Motivation for Ministry (1:8–17)
3.  Understanding Unbelief, I (1:18–25)
4.  Understanding Unbelief, II (1:24–32)
5.  God’s Perfect Judgment (2:1–16)
6.  The Heart of the Matter (2:17–29)
7.  The Religious Advantage (3:1–20)
8.  The Miracle of Righteousness (3:21–31)
9.  Sola Fide (4:1–16)
10. The Faith of Abraham (4:17–25)
11. Justification—Exultation (5:1–11)
12. Grace Abounding (5:12–21)
13. Freedom from Sin (6:1–14)
14. Freedom in Slavery (6:15–23)
15. Freedom in Christ (7:1–25)
16. Liberation by the Spirit (8:1–17)
17. Three Groans and One Glory (8:18–27)
18. Super Conquerors (8:28–29)
19. Sovereign Election (9:1–33)
20. God’s Sovereignty—Man’s Responsibility (10:1­–21)
21. Israel’s Future (11:1–32)
22. From Theology to Doxology (11:33–36)
23. Elements of Commitment (12:1,2)
24. Renewed Thinking (12:3–8)
25. Love in Action (12:9–21)
26. Heaven’s Citizens and Human Government (13:1–7)
27. Loving on the Level (13:8–14)
28. Unity and Diversity, I (14:1–12)
29. Unity and Diversity, II (14:13–23)
30. Christ Our Example (15:1–13)
31. Paul’s Missionary Heart, I (15:14–33)
32. Paul’s Missionary Heart, II (16:1–23)
33. The End is Praise (16:25–27)

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John: That You May Believe

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John: That You May Believe
(Preaching the Word Series)

By:  R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: January 31, 2014

ISBN:  9781433539190

Number of Pages: 528

While each of the Gospels presents Christ with a distinct emphasis, the Gospel of John focuses on his greatness—as the timeless Creator-God of the universe, as the Word made flesh, as the gracious lover of our souls, and as the only way to the Father.

Instead of detailing the facts and events of Jesus’ earthly life, as the other Gospel writers did, John concentrates on the meaning of his words and the message of his works, clearly presenting him as the long-awaited Messiah with one mission in mind: to do the work of the Father who sent him.

Follow along with pastor Kent Hughes in this engaging commentary as he leads you through this magnificent book of the Bible. His careful exposition and wise application will guide you to a richer understanding of not only God’s greatness, but of his great goodness to us all.

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Luke: That You May Know the Truth Vol. 2

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Luke: That You May Know the Truth Vol. 2
(Preaching the Word Series)

By:  R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: January 31, 2012

ISBN:  9781433535468

Number of Pages: 464

Luke’s carefully researched and orderly account of the life of Christ is one of the finest pieces of historical writing in all of ancient literature. Yet it also accomplishes its divinely appointed purpose: that people of every century “may know the truth.”

The breadth of Luke’s Gospel–with entire sections that are recorded nowhere else in the New Testament–and its celebratory tone set it apart from the other Gospels. Taking readers from just prior to Jesus’s birth to his ascension into Heaven, this spirited report communicates the joy and the glory of the earthly life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Additionally, Pastor Hughes’s insightful commentary unveils Luke’s approach and purpose in recording the life of Christ, adding compelling perspective to help you communicate and understand God’s Word more effectively.

Luke the historian–with his painstaking reporting–will make you certain about the truth of not only his Gospel, but also the gospel. Luke the theologion–with his careful recounting of Christ’s mercy and compassion–will touch you with God’s love and grace. And Luke the physician–with his heart for people, especially the less privileged–will help you to love others more deeply. Ultimately, those who study Luke’s Gospel cannot stay the same.

This is the second volume on the Gospel of Luke in the Preaching the Word series.

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Mark: Jesus, Servant and Savior Vol. 2

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Mark: Jesus, Servant and Savior Vol. 2
(Preaching the Word Series)

By:  R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: January 31, 2012

ISBN: 9781433535383

Number of Pages: 256

This second volume covers Mark 9:2-16:20, the culmination of Jesus’s ministry on earth. Seen in glory on the Mount of Transfiguration, challenged by religious skeptics, the Christ moves inexorably toward the cross, where history’s greatest battle would be fought and won. And so we, like the ancient world, are confronted with the crucified and risen Christ and must decide if we will acknowledge him as our Lord and Savior.

Thus in our age of aggressive evil and apathetic faith, the Gospel of Mark resounds with the dynamic power of the Lord Jesus Christ. Perhaps the most dramatic and action-packed of the Synoptic Gospels, Mark’s writing continues to inspire increased commitment in the Church at large.

Mark’s portrayal of Christ as the Servant-Savior takes on fresh relevance in these masterful expositions by respected pastor/author R. Kent Hughes. With careful exegesis, the author draws from the text many practical lessons for everyday living and effective ministry. His numerous illustrations reflect wide interests, extensive reading, and years of experience pastoring and counseling those who seek to know Christ and walk in his ways.

Those who preach, teach, and study will find this book a gold mine of helpful information. With divisions and outlines that are never forced, but flow naturally from the text, Mark will be a great boon to those charged with communicating the Word, and to all who seek to grow in their faith through personal Bible study.

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Matthew: All Authority in Heaven and on Earth

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Matthew: All Authority in Heaven and on Earth
(Preaching the Word Series)

By: Douglas Sean O’Donnell, Series edited by R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: November 30, 2013

ISBN: 9781433503658

Number of Pages: 1088

Jesus is King. Standing as a central theme of the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus’ kingly authority has profound implications for our lives today—changing the way we view the world, interact with others, and respond to blessings and hardships.

In this reader-friendly commentary, seasoned pastor Doug O’Donnell leads us through the first book of the New Testament, highlighting key themes and offering contemporary illustrations for preaching. Drawing on years of pastoral experience, O’Donnell helps us to see how Matthew’s various emphases—including Jesus’ messianic titles, fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, teaching on the kingdom of heaven, and present and future role as judge—all relate to Christ’s kingship over all of creation.

Full of biblical insights aimed at both pastors and laypeople, this volume ultimately highlights Matthew’s call to all people to worship and obey Jesus, our humble King and gracious Savior.

Endorsements

“Even for the most seasoned of preachers, the thought of expositing the Gospel of Matthew could be overwhelming. Thanks to Doug O’Donnell’s newest commentary, chock-full of impressive insights and engaging wit, the first and perhaps greatest Gospel has suddenly become much less daunting. When Kent Hughes called on O’Donnell to write this volume, he knew exactly what he was doing.”
Nicholas Perrin, Dean, Wheaton College Graduate School
“This commentary grows out of wide reading and solid learning—the footnotes alone are a gold mine. O’Donnell writes with a zest for real life, wit, and (controlled) whimsy. The outcome: sermons that both revel in Christ and reveal Christ in fresh and striking ways. The author proves to be a hard-working and natural expositor of Scripture. This book goes to the top of my list of sterling homiletical commentaries on the first Gospel.”
Robert W. Yarbrough, Professor of New Testament, Covenant Theological Seminary
“The market is full of critical commentaries, but not many actually deal with what is ‘critical’—the centrality of the gospel, the mission of the Church, and the life of the Christian. Doug O’Donnell’s commentary on Matthew is a clear exception. With sensitivity to all the important narrative and exegetical details, O’Donnell offers an interpretation of the first Gospel that is pastoral throughout, and in some instances, truly profound. Relevant illustrations are used in almost every passage, and numerous issues are addressed with theological vigor and often from the pastoral heritage of the Church. There are times when the critical commentaries are useful, even necessary, but I cannot imagine a pastor preaching through Matthew that would not want to use this commentary as a significant resource.”
Edward Klink, Associate Professor of New Testament, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University

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The Sermon on the Mount: The Message of the Kingdom

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The Sermon on the Mount: The Message of the Kingdom
(Preaching the Word Series)

By: R. Kent Hughes

Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles

Published: April 30, 2013

ISBN: 9781433536212

Number of Pages: 304

The three chapters of Matthew known as the Sermon on the Mount contain truths so rich and powerful that even a lifetime of study could not exhaust their depths. For centuries, Jesus’s majestic portrait of the kingdom of heaven and his unparalleled instructions for godliness have captivated Christians and non-Christians alike. In this classic commentary, now revised with a fresh look and ESV Bible references, seasoned pastor R. Kent Hughes guides readers through this glorious portion of the Bible with exegetical precision, expositional clarity, and practical sensitivity. Whether used by preachers, small group leaders, or individual laypersons, this resource will prove invaluable for illuminating the Sermon on the Mount’s enduring power to enliven hearts and transform minds.

Table of Contents

1.  The Riches of Poverty (5:1–3)
2.  The Comfort of Mourning (5:4)
3.  The Strength of Gentleness (5:5)
4.  The Fullness of Hunger (5:6)
5.  The Dividend of Mercy (5:7)
6.  The Reward of Purity (5:8)
7.  The Paternity of Peace (5:9)
8.  The Joy of Persecution (5:10–12)
9.  “The Salt of the Earth” (5:13)
10. “The Light of the World” (5:14–16)
11. Jesus on Righteousness (5:17–20)
12. A Righteous Person’s Relationships (5:21–26)
13. Radical Purity (5:27–30)
14. Jesus’ Teaching on Divorce (5:31–32)
15. Radical Truthfulness (5:33–37)
16. Wrongs and Rights (5:38–42)
17. Superseding Love (5:43–48)
18. Christianity without Hypocrisy (6:1–8)
19. The Lord’s Prayer: The Father (6:9)
20. The Lord’s Prayer: The Name (6:9)
21. “Your Kingdom Come” (6:10a)
22. “Your Will Be Done” (6:10b)
23. The Lord’s Prayer: The Bread (6:11)
24. The Lord’s Prayer: Forgiveness (6:12)
25. The Lord’s Prayer: Temptation (6:13)
26. The Lord’s Prayer: Glory (6:13)
27. Lasting Treasure (6:19–21)
28. Unclouded Vision (6:22–24)
29. “Do Not Be Anxious…But Seek First” (6:25–34)
30. The Speck and the Log (7:1–5)
31. “Seek, and You Will Find” (7:7–11)
32. The Two Roads (7:13, 14)
33. Discerning False Preachers (7:15–20)
34. Entering the Kingdom (7:21–29)
35. The Sermon on the Move (8:1–3)

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馬太福音-願你的旨意行在地上 / Matthew- May Your Will be Done on Earth

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馬太福音-願你的旨意行在地上 / Matthew- May Your Will be Done on Earth

作者: 周貴發 Paul K.F. Chow

出版社: 天道

出版日期:2012年12月

ISBN: 9789622089310

頁數: 278

會員價:CAD $13.00

耶穌基督的生平與言行,我們只能透過四卷福音書所提供的資料來認識。新約聖經以馬太福音作首卷書,自有其特別的考量。

因篇幅所限,本書未能就馬太福音共二十八章經文來成書,作者只能選取三十篇講章與信徒分享。每一章完結前,作者還提供「實踐及討論問題」,旨在拋磚引玉,引發大家既能進深思考(知性層面),又讓肢體間藉此過交心的生活(心靈層面)。

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新約書信讀經講義系列-《哥林多前書》(新修版)

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哥林多前書(新修版)

(新約書信讀經講義系列)

作者: 陳終道
出版社:國際種籽出版社
出版日期:2010年11月
ISBN:9781926848181
Cat No: C6102
頁數: 352

定價:CAD $17.50

會員價: CAD $11.50

陳終道牧師的著作《新約書信讀經講義》,全套共十冊、兩百餘萬字,涵蓋所有新約書信,為中國教會文字聖工一大貢獻。

本套講義寫作時間先後二十餘年,作者著書態度嚴謹,解經仔細詳盡,能把握聖經的完整性及一貫性,又有多年教學與牧會經驗,對聖經的實際體驗極為豐富。讀者在研讀本講義時,實可兼得研究神學及靈修之益。

全套講義每冊分段精密,每段後又附問題討論,供複習及提綱契領之用。故本講義不僅是一本紮實的聖經參考書,也是實用的個人研經材料。

 

作者簡介

陳終道牧師,於一九五三年至一九七七年間,曾先後擔任三所神學院的專任教師,和五所神學院的兼任教師。又曾先後在中國、東南亞、加拿大牧會共約二十五年,並創辦金燈臺活頁刊。著作甚豐,共有四十餘冊。

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提摩太後書:為真道而戰 (簡體版 )

 

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提摩太後書:為真道而戰
(簡體版 )
(信徒實用聖經註解系列)
The Message of 2 Timothy: Guard the Gospel

作者: 史托德 John R. W. Stott
譯者: 梁汝照
出版社:國際種籽出版社
出版日期:2013年9 月
ISBN:9781926848358
Cat No: C601S
頁數: 156

定價:CAD $8.50

會員價: CAD $6.00

著者史托德(John R. W. Stott)在這一本注重適切實用的解經書中,著意把提摩太後書的信息應用於栽培新一代的青年信徒領袖上。

昔日,保羅憑著這一封血淚交融的最後勸誡,幫助提摩太面對事奉的攔阻、群眾的壓力及時代的挑戰,承擔為真道奮戰的重大責任;今日,這封信依然更新我們的勇氣、堅忍和愛心,使我們在自己的崗位上繼承並完成神所託付的使命。

史托德說:「我深深體會到這位使徒所寫下的信息,對現今這世代是何等的適切,特別是年輕的基督徒領袖們。無論在對神的認識,或道德的標準上,我們的時代都陷入混亂甚至背道之中。這位使徒呼召提摩太,也同樣呼召我們,要我們剛強、勇敢和堅定。」

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出埃及記 His Way Out

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出埃及記
His Way Out

作者: 蘭姆 Bernard L. Ram
譯者: 陳培珊, 張家龍 Chan Pui Shan, Cheung Ka Lung

出版社:種籽出版社
出版日期: 1992 年4月

ISBN:9622301754

Cat No: 575
頁數: 203

這是一部屬概覽性的注釋書,作者除了著重出埃及記關乎神學、預表、和有關預言的問題外,更側重其中的屬靈意義或應用問題。正如作者所說,「若只是看重字句的意義,重視歷史和地理事實,對其屬靈的意義卻隻字不提,那便肯定不是正在寫基督教的注釋書。」「這可以有學術或歷史意義,但教會是靠神的話而活的,不是靠學術或歷史而活。」

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萬有之源 How it all began

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萬有之源
How it all began

作者: 楊百德 Ronald Youngblood
譯者: 狄茸 Dic-yong
出版社:種籽出版社
出版日期:1990年4月

ISBN:9622301606

Cat No: 560

頁數: 157

人類至須留意聖經創世紀的首十一章。因為這十一章聖經勾劃出人類歷史的第一頁,指出萬有之源。創世紀首十一章所記,委實是歷史事蹟,且是瞭解人類身陷困境的鑰匙。

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提摩太後書:為真道而戰

 

提摩太後書:為真道而戰

(信徒實用聖經註解系列)
The Message of 2 Timothy: Guard the Gospel

作者: 史托德 John R. W. Stott
譯者: 梁汝照
出版社:國際種籽出版社
出版日期:2013年5月
ISBN:9781926848273
Cat No: C601
頁數: 156

定價:CAD $11.95

會員價: CAD $7.50

著者史托德(John R. W. Stott)在這一本注重適切實用的解經書中,著意把提摩太後書的信息應用於栽培新一代的青年信徒領袖上。

昔日,保羅憑著這一封血淚交融的最後勸誡,幫助提摩太面對事奉的攔阻、群眾的壓力及時代的挑戰,承擔為真道奮戰的重大責任;今日,這封信依然更新我們的勇氣、堅忍和愛心,使我們在自己的崗位上繼承並完成神所託付的使命。

史托德說:「我深深體會到這位使徒所寫下的信息,對現今這世代是何等的適切,特別是年輕的基督徒領袖們。無論在對神的認識,或道德的標準上,我們的時代都陷入混亂甚至背道之中。這位使徒呼召提摩太,也同樣呼召我們,要我們剛強、勇敢和堅定。」

目錄
《信徒實用聖經註解》叢書簡介
二版序
作者序
主要簡寫
導論
第一章  為真道而戰
第二章  為真道受苦
第三章  持守真道
第四章  務要傳道

作者簡介
史托德(John R. W. Stott,或譯:司徒德、斯托得)無論講道、佈道、治理及解經皆舉世知名,是英國倫敦聖公會諸靈堂(All Souls Church)榮譽牧師、國際靈風合作夥伴組織(Langham者Partnership International)創會會長;他是福音派教會的代表人物之一,也是《洛桑信約》(Lausanne Covenant,1974)的靈魂人物之一,文筆簡練,著述甚豐。

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