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New Testament Commentaries: Compiling a Community Resource

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I’d like to form a resource for teachers, preachers, and students of the Bible.  What are some of the most helpful commentaries or study resources for the 27 books of the New Testament?
Please respond in the comments with the book, name of the commentary series (if that applies), and the author.  A sentence or two [...]

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Who Am I? Why Am I Here?

In Luke 3:21-4:13, we read the story of Jesus’ baptism and temptation. After his baptism, during prayer, Jesus received affirmation from God regarding his identity and vocation. If you’re like me, maybe you’ve struggled with the questions, “Who am I?” and “Why am I here?” Don’t you wish you could experience something dramatic [...]

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What Did Jesus Say?

I’ve read and heard these words hundreds of times.  They’re from one of Jesus’ most famous teachings.  These are words that are well integrated into the consciousness of western culture:
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.
– Luke 6:27-28
As I read [...]

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The G.I.G.O. Challenge

You’ll know I’m a child of the ‘80s when I tell you I remember the acronym GIGO!  As computers were beginning to appear in schools, workplaces, and more and more homes, this simple abbreviation explained to the non-geek why those new machines could be so perplexing.  GIGO – Garbage In; Garbage Out.  If your computer [...]

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