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The encouragement which Zechariah's prophecies brought to the Jews at the time of their return from exile helped them to rebuild not only their temple but also their national identity, as the prophet urged them to action and whole-hearted service for God.

Yet Zechariah's message of hope pointed beyond the glory of the temple to one greater than the temple: the Anointed One (Messiah) who would become both priest and king forever over all nations. Thus his message is one which should inspire commitment and service in the lives of Christian believers today.

About the Authors

Mathew Bartlett is a Pastor and Christian educator from the United Kingdom. He holds a master’s degree in Biblical studies from the University or Chester, England. Derek Williams, who served as a finance manager and as a church leader for over 40 years, is now retired.

The virtually unknown prophet Amos bursts onto the pages of history with a warning relevant to his time. He confronts the nation of Israel with the unchanging nature of God and warns them to repent before judgment falls. As we study a period in the history of a nation that had turned its back on God, we draw disturbing parallels with our own time.

With verse by verse commentary and explanatory notes, Amos: A Warning for Today provides a simple introduction to the study of a period of backsliding in Israel’s history – and the warning from the prophet which read through modern eyes appears so relevant to our present time.

PLUS: LIFE APPLICATION NOTES & STUDY QUESTIONS FOR EACH CHAPTER CONNECT THE LESSONS OF AMOS TO YOUR OWN LIFE SITUATION!

SUITABLE FOR HOME GROUPS, CHURCHES AND INDIVIDUALS

BUILD YOURSELVES UP IN THE MOST HOLY FAITH

Reviews

Amos was a shepherd from the southern part of Jerusalem who God called to leave his homeland and prophesy to the Northern Kingdom—Israel. Amos prophesies of judgment to Judah, Israel, and the surrounding nations. Israel specifically has rebelled against God. It has become complacent because of its wealth, idolatrous as it worshiped false gods, and unjust as it oppressed the poor. Though Amos prophesies of God’s judgment to Israel, he also continually intercedes for them throughout the book—asking God to be merciful (Amos 7). This book certainly has many applications and warnings for the people of God today.Mathew Bartlett and Derek Williams skillfully bring out the historical background, the meaning, and the applications in The Prophecy of Amos: A Warning for Today. With each verse, commentary is provided to help the reader understand and apply the text. Here is an example of the rich applications in considering Amos’ background as a shepherd from Amos 1:1:“God's choice of Amos shows how God calls the weak and ordinary instead of the wise and strong. (1 Cor. 1:26–27). Amos was a nobody, but God revealed Himself to Amos through His word, just as today He reveals Himself to all who put their faith in His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ.”This commentary is a breath of fresh air. It is easy to read and brings out the urgent message of the book of Amos for today. Lord, please give us ears to hear! - Greg Brown, Author / Publisher at The Bible Teacher's Guide, Chaplain at Handong Global University and LCDR, Chaplain at United States Navy Reserve

A simple verse by verse guide to the Gospel of Luke for individual or group use. Every chapter has thought provoking discussion questions to aid study and sample answers are provided.

"These studies have helped me stand in the most difficult times of my life" "I feel that I have grown spiritually through the study of God’s Word" 

Faithbuilders Bible study guides will lead you to a deeper appreciation of God’s Word and its relevance for your life today!

Faithbuilders studies provide verse-by-verse examination of the books of the New Testament. The series was developed over a long period as a useful resource for today’s students of God’s Word. Every study has been field tested and improved over and over again in real-life church situations.

Challenging and relevant, whilst avoiding academic language, hundreds of pastors, home group leaders and Christians from a wide range of church backgrounds have already benefitted from using Faithbuilders studies.

About the AuthorsMathew Bartlett has been in full-time Christian ministry since 1999. He holds a Master’s Degree in Biblical Studies from the University of Chester, England and is currently researching rhetoric in Luke at Roehampton University, London.Derek Williams is now retired, having been a local pastor and preacher for over 45 years in the UK.

Ephesians Bible Study Guide from Faithbuilders

A simple verse by verse guide to Ephesians for individual or group use. Every chapter has thought provoking discussion questions to aid study and sample answers are provided.

“These studies have helped me stand in the most difficult times of my life”

“I feel that I have grown spiritually through the study of God’s Word”

Faithbuilders Bible study guides will lead you to a deeper appreciation of God’s Word and its relevance for your life today!

Faithbuilders studies provide verse-by-verse examination of the books of the New Testament. The series was developed over a long period as a useful resource for today’s students of God’s Word. Every study has been field tested and improved over and over again in real-life church situations.

Challenging and relevant, whilst avoiding academic language, hundreds of pastors, home group leaders and Christians from a wide range of church backgrounds have already benefitted from using Faithbuilders studies.

Daily devotional readings for Advent 2018 with select scriptures on the subject of God’s glory. Beginning December 2nd (the first Sunday in Advent in 2018) going through Christmas Day. Put God’s glory at the centre of your Christmas season. Includes a daily Bible reading plan, and prayers for reflection.

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Christmas Eve: The Radiance of God’s Glory

The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven. (Hebrews 1:3)

It’s Christmas Eve—time for us to look again at the baby of Bethlehem. He is worth a long and careful look, for as the writer to the Hebrews says, he expresses God’s nature and glory in a unique and powerful way. The New Testament writers comprehend Jesus as God. Even as he lay in the animal’s feeding trough, he was the Word made flesh. Even as the donkey brushed against his makeshift crib, he remained the one who “sustains all things by the word of his power,” (Hebrews 1:3) keeping all the countless stars in place—stars he had named!

Some theologians speak of Jesus as laying aside his glory to be born into this world. The New Testament presents quite a different picture, that of Christ being the perfect manifestation of God’s glory (see 2 Corinthians 4:4; Colossians 1:15–16).

Others speak of Christ emptying himself to become human, whereas the New Testament speaks not of emptiness but the “fulness of the godhead” dwelling in him “in bodily form” (Colossians 2:9). Jesus Christ came to reveal God’s glory, a glory which is “full of grace and truth” (John 1:14).

The radiance of God’s glory reaches out to you and me, inviting us in, to love the one who first loved us, worship the one who was born to redeem us, and praise the name of the one who died, so that the costly rescue mission he began at Bethlehem could be accomplished.

Prayer: Lord, we praise you for the glory of Christmas—that God is with us and will never leave us. We praise you, for you so loved us, that gave up your heavenly home, shedding your blood on the cross to save us. It is this love, more than anything else, that reveals the fulness of God’s glory to us. Amen.

Advent Themes: First Week: God Reveals His Glory. Second Week: The Prophets Foretell Future Glory. Third Week: God’s Glory Revealed in Christ. Fourth Week: To God be the Glory!

A simple verse by verse guide to the First Letter of Saint Paul to the Corinthians. It’s great for individual or group use. Every chapter has thought provoking discussion questions to aid study and sample answers are provided.

Join hundreds of pastors and group leaders from a wide range of church backgrounds benefit from using Faithbuilders studies.

His Name is Wonderful: Daily Readings for Advent from Isaiah. Selected daily readings with notes for Advent from the book of the prophet Isaiah. Includes a daily Bible reading plan, and prayers for reflection.

My Soul Longs for You is a Christian Devotional from Faithbuilders. It contains 30 daily readings from the Book of Psalms on the theme of the Christian's longing and thirsting for more of God. This daily Bible reading book is suitable for any time of year. 

A simple verse by verse guide to the Letter of Saint Paul to the Galatians for individual or group use. Every chapter has thought provoking discussion questions to aid study and sample answers are provided.The full Bible text is quoted (New English Translation).Unlike in most group studies, a complete commentary of every part of the text is given to help participants find answers to the study questions.Academics have praised the authors’ ability to express sound biblical scholarship in simple words.The authors focus on the original meaning of the text, and encourages personal response to it. It is carefully written to be suitable for Christian groups of all persuasions.Challenging and relevant, whilst avoiding academic language, hundreds of pastors, home group leaders and Christians from a wide range of church backgrounds have already benefitted from using Faithbuilders studies.

A simple verse by verse guide to the Gospel of John for individual or group use. Every chapter has thought provoking discussion questions to aid study and sample answers are provided. Group members have said that:“These studies have helped me stand in the most difficult times of my life”“I feel that I have grown spiritually through the study of God’s Word”Faithbuilders Bible study guides will lead you to a deeper appreciation of God’s Word and its relevance for your life today!Faithbuilders studies provide verse-by-verse examination of the books of the New Testament. The series was developed over a long period as a useful resource for today’s students of God’s Word. Every study has been field tested and improved over and over again in real-life church situations.Challenging and relevant, whilst avoiding academic language, hundreds of pastors, home group leaders and Christians from a wide range of church backgrounds have already benefitted from using Faithbuilders studies.