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Basinger – Problem with the Problem of Evil

Posted by David Cox on June 30, 2024
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The Problem with the Problem of Evil

Problem with the Problem of Evil
Topic: Theodicy
By David and Randall Basinger

Problem of Evil. This is a 5 page article on the problem of Evil. How does evil exist within a world where an omnipotent God has all power, and his will is always done. This article was originally on http://www.biblical-theology.com.
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Porter Why We Must Fight

Posted by David Cox on June 29, 2024
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Porter why We Must Fight Why we must fight is a book that describes our Christian Warfare and why we must fight.

This work describes our Christian Warfare.

Beginning with a picture of the Christian’s spiritual battlefield, onward to the Bible’s depiction of a Godly soldier all the way through to that holy victory that overcomes the world, this book carefully explains why the Christian believer must stand up for Christ and fight the good fight of faith. It explains not only why we must fight but why we must stand and fight together as one Body in Christ, in accordance to the commands of Christ. For those seeking to understand the rationale for spiritual warfare this book will provide solid Biblical evidence and clear and logical reasons and uplifting spiritual support as to “Why We Must Fight!”.

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Idx Bibliology

Posted by David Cox on June 28, 2024
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Bibliology Index

Bibliology Index
By David Cox

BibliologyThis is an index of works on_Bibliology. From here there are also several specialized indexes on topics like inspiration, bibles and bible versions, and other subtopics under_bibliology.

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Idx: Genesis Commentaries

Posted by David Cox on June 26, 2024
Posted in 01-Genesisindex 

Works on Genesis, especially commentaries.

Recommended Commentaries

G_Wenham.jpg1. Gordon J. Wenham — Genesis 1-15 and Genesis 16-50 (Word Biblical Commentary, 1987, 1994). from lionger

The layout of the Word Biblical Commentary series is not the most reader friendly, but in the case of Gordon Wenham’s commentary on Genesis, it is certainly worth the trouble. Wenham writes from a generally conservative evangelical viewpoint. His exegesis is careful and detailed and always worth consulting.

Mathews.jpg2. Kenneth A. Mathews — Genesis 1-11:26 and Genesis 11:27-50:26 (The New American Commentary, 1996, 2005). from lionger

In recent years, Broadman & Holman have published a number of excellent commentaries in their New American Commentary series. In 2005, with the publication of the second volume of Kenneth Mathews’ commentary on Genesis, they added another outstanding contribution.

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3. Victor P. Hamilton — The Book of Genesis Chapters 1-17 and The Book of Genesis Chapters 18-50 (The New International Commentary on the Old Testament, 1990, 1995). from lionger

Like Wenham and Mathews, Hamilton writes from a generally conservative evangelical perspective. I rank Mathews slightly higher simply because Hamilton is a rather dry read. He is, however, always worth consulting.

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4. Allen P. Ross — Creation and Blessing (1988). from lionger

Although not technically a commentary, this volume by Ross is an invaluable resource for expositors. If you are a pastor, you should not be without this book.

Walton.jpg5. John H. Walton — Genesis (NIV Application Commentary, 2001) from lionger

It is difficult to decide what commentary should fill the number five slot, but in terms of general helpfulness, Walton’s commentary probably deserves it. The NIVAC series does not get into as many technical issues, but it excels in terms of bridging the gap between the original audience and the contemporary world. This commentary, then, will be of particular use to preachers and teachers.

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There are a number of other helpful commentaries on the the Book of Genesis. Among them are those by Bruce Waltke, Derek Kidner, Nahum Sarna, John E. Hartley, and Umberto Cassuto (Vol. 1, Vol. 2. Cassuto’s works are sometimes difficult to track down. The publisher’s website is here: (Vol. 1, Vol. 2). Sarna’s work is in the JPS Torah Commentary series, which is written from a Jewish perspective and is somewhat critical. This means that it must be used with great care and discernment.

Enduring Word Commentary on Genesis online
Easy English Commentary on Genesis online

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