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Hebrews - the book of better things    by Bruno Zimmerli
Price: Free! 76110 words. Language: English. Published on January 9, 2013. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Biblical Studies / New Testament.

This is an exposition of the book of Hebrews, the book of “better things.” We are going to go through this glorious book, chapter by chapter, and look at the realm of Sonship and the true church compared to the orders of the past. In order to get the most out of this message, get your Bible out now and read this book of Hebrews, paying special attention to the emphasis on “better things.”
The Christian Sabbath: Divine Rest in Jesus Christ    by J. Michael Feazell
Price: Free! 20620 words. Language: English. Published by GCI on January 8, 2013. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Biblical Studies / New Testament.

Are Christians required to keep the seventh-day Sabbath? No. Mike Feazell explains that the Sabbath was a temporary law, designed (like various other old covenant laws) to point to Christ. Now that he has come, we do not need the pointer when we have the real thing. Just as the old covenant days reminded the Israelites of their salvation from Egypt, new covenant worship reminds us of Christ.
Body of Christ    by Doug Blair
Price: Free! 6070 words. Language: English. Published on January 6, 2013. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Biblical Studies / New Testament.

Gospel poems hidden in a drawer for years until blogging began in 2008 and the thoughts came to the surface.
How the Church Began    by Dennis and Freda Hawkes
Price: Free! 13780 words. Language: English. Published on January 3, 2013. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Biblical Studies / Bible Study Guides.

The book called Acts records the beginnings of the Christian church. The action is set in Palestine and the eastern Mediterranean in about 30 to 65 AD. Using these studies you can discover what the early Christians believed, through the explanations of Jesus’ followers to people of different cultures. Each study has notes helping you understand the context.
Drawing The Net    by J. Bennett Collins
Price: Free! 11070 words. Language: English. Published on December 24, 2012. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Biblical Studies / New Testament.

The most enjoyable experience of any Christian's life is when they are able to take the Bible and show someone how they can be born again. If you have missed out on that joy because of lack of knowledge you need this book. Here you will find step-by-step instructions on what to do and what not to do in order to receive lasting results from your effort. Others have found it a helpful guide.
What Does the Bible Say About Speaking in Tongues?    by Michael Morrison
Price: Free! 26060 words. Language: English. Published by GCI on October 5, 2012. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Biblical Studies / New Testament.

This collection of articles examines key biblical passages about speaking in tongues - Acts 2, 10, 1 Corinthians 14, and others. The Bible neither forbids nor requires tongues-speaking; tongues are sometimes inspired by God, and other times not. Suggestions are given as to how this unusual phenomenon may best be used.
What Does the Bible Say About Worship?    by Joseph Tkach
Price: Free! 22890 words. Language: English. Published by GCI on September 24, 2012. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Christian Rituals & Practice / Worship & Liturgy.

A series of articles about the differences between Old Testament worship and New Testament worship, and how that plays out in churches today, with different traditions and preferences.
Exploring the Word of God Acts of the Apostles Volume 7: Chapters 24–28    by Paul Kroll
Price: Free! 25630 words. Language: English. Published by GCI on September 1, 2012. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Biblical Biography / New Testament.

Paul Kroll completes his commentary on the book of Acts with an examination of the final chapters: from Paul's trial before Felix, to his arrival in Rome.
What Does the Bible Say About the Kingdom of God?    by Michael Morrison
Price: Free! 22980 words. Language: English. Published by GCI on July 19, 2012. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Biblical Studies / New Testament.

Sometimes Jesus talked about the kingdom of God as if it were already here, and sometimes he talked as if it were far in the future. Which is it, and how does it affect life right now? Another way to approach the question is to observe that Jesus preached about the kingdom of God, but his disciples preached about Jesus. Why this difference in focus, and why does it matter for us today?
Exploring the Word of God Acts of the Apostles Volume 6: Chapters 19–23    by Paul Kroll
Price: Free! 28950 words. Language: English. Published by GCI on July 10, 2012. Nonfiction » Religion and Spirituality » Biblical Studies / New Testament.

Paul Kroll continues his commentary on the book of Acts. This volume covers Paul's third missionary journey, centering on Ephesus, and his trip to Jerusalem and the circumstances that led to his being imprisoned by the Roman authorities.