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Authors L to M and abstracts
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Landis, Benson Y.
Leadingham, Everett
Limburg, James
Link, Mark
Lucado, Max
Lucas, Jeff
Malone, Peter; and Pacatte, Rose
Malseed, John
Mann, C. S.
Marsh, John
Martin, Ralph
Mathewes-Green, Frederica
Matthews, Victor H.
Matthews, W. R.
Miller, Patrick D.
Miller, Robert J.
Minkoff, Harvey
Morrissey, Kirkie
Mowbray, A. R.
Moyers, Bill
Murphy, Frederick J.
Murray, Don
Lan BS080
An Outline of the Bible, Book by Book
— 1963 186 p.
Landis, Benson Y.
An Outline of the Bible Book by Book was prepared as an aid to understanding for both students and general readers. It includes for each book of the King James Version: (1) a summary of contents and (2) information on authorship, historical background and literary style. There is also an abbreviated chronology, situating each book within its historical timeframe, and a helpful glossary defining many Biblical terms. On a number of controversial points the different theories have been noted, with the evidence adduced for them.
Lea BS278
Success! Character Studies from the Bible (The Dialog Series)
Beacon Hill Press 2001 127 SC
Leadingham, Everett, ed.
Discover the difference between a self centred and a Christ centred, success filled life. This book helps the reader gain new insights into how the Bible addresses the issue of success, by looking into the lives of people such as Job, Daniel, Jesus and others. This is a life related study for small groups or personal discovery. Each text in the series consists of 13 chapters written by a variety of well qualified and thought provoking Christian thinkers. The focus is on interaction and dialogue.
Lim BS160
Encountering Ecclesiastes: A Book for Our Time
William B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. 2006 141 p. SC
Limburg, James
The book of Ecclesiastes speaks eloquently to the uncertainties and anxieties that people have experienced through the centuries. The author brings this ancient book to life for reades in these probing, questioning, 21st century times. He illuminates the contemporary existential themes in Ecclesiastes — the quest for meaning in life, the incompleteness of our knowledge, the place of work in human lives, and the need to discover God amid life’s uncertainties.
Lin BS079
The Seventh Trumpet: The Good News Proclaimed
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Link, Mark S. J.
The Seventh Trumpet divides Jesus’ life on earth into four periods: Pre-ministry, Galilean Ministry I and Galilean Ministry II, and Jerusalem Ministry. Drawing on a wide variety of ancient sources, biblical passages and citations, ancient chroniclers and modern commentators, photographs and illustrations, maps, charts and diagrams, it provides a unique presentation of the gospel story. Quotations from poetry and novels, sidebars on archaeological discoveries, meditations, dramatizations, and excursions into fascinating byways related to the gospel, all contribute to an endlessly engaging picture of the historical background, original teaching, and ultimate meaning of the good news proclaimed by Jesus.
Luc BS163
Revelation – Life Lessons
Nelson Impact (Thomas Nelson Publishers) 2007 119 p. SC
Lucado, Max
While in exile, the apostle John experienced an amazing vision that gave him a glimpse of heaven, and the final battle of good and evil. This book brings the Book of Revelation to life in 12 lessons filled with intriguing questions, inspirational storytelling, and profound reflections, sitable for small groups and individuals.
Luc BS269 BOOKLET
Exodus: Mission of God (8) [Spring Harvest Bible Studies]
Authentic Lifestyle/Authentic Media (Paternoster Publishing) 2003 64 p. SC
Lucas, Jeff, series ed.; Baker, Jenny, author
This book takes the first 20 chapters of Exodus and examines eight of the themes of mission – passion, mercy, freedom, salvtion, justice, hope, worship and community. It shows how mission is God’s big idea, and challenges Christians to get involved in what God is doing. Specifically designed for housegroups, this workbook is also suitable for individual use. Each of the eight sessions contains aims, Bible passages to study, carefully developed questions and activities, discussion ideas, worship suggestion, ideas for further study, and a full leaders’ guide.
MacK BS326 BOOKLET
The Power and the Glory: Studies in Discipleship (2nd Edition)
Hignell Book Printing 2006 61 p. SC
MacKenzie, Sheldon R.
This booklet contains three studies based on the Gospel of Mark that were the basis for addresses given at a Presbyterian Pre-Assembly Congress at the University of Guelph. The Congress brought together church members of all ages to participate in lectures, drama, Bible study and fellowship. Study number one is “A Matter of Discipleship” based on Mark 8: 27-38; study number two is “Status and Service” based on Mark 9: 30-37; and study number three, “The Meaning of Discipleship and The Meaning of Jesus,” is based on Mark 10: 32-44.
Mal BS115
An Overview of the New Testament
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Malseed, John
An Overview of the New Testament contains a one-page synopsis and “blueprint” for every chapter in the New Testament. Each blueprint begins with easy-to-follow Scripture divisions that are summed up with challenging self-examination and thought-provoking study questions. The study questions are designed to encourage readers to open their Bibles to find God’s truths. Prayer and praise points allow time for quiet contemplation and application of the lesson. Each section and series of questions has the following purposes:
• To help motivate students of the Bible by making their study easier
• To help make the Scripture relevant to daily life
• To challenge the user to learn the great doctrines of the Bible by searching other Scriptures.
The aim of this book is to open up the Word of God. The questions asked are just the tool for understanding; the answers are where the rubber meets the road.
Mal BS428
Lights, Camera . . . Faith!
A Movie Lover’s Guide to Scripture
Pauline Books & Media 2001 393 p. SC
Malone, Peter; and Pacatte, Rose
Here is a thought-provoking passage into the world of the Gospels through popular film. By exploring 72 movies in the light of the Sunday Scriptures, the authors create a dialogue between Scripture and film, engaging faith through culture and culture through faith. Insight, inspiration and information meet in this valuable resource for anyone who appreciates deeper meaning in movies. Homilists, parish discussion groups, young adult groups film educators and professionals will all find rich resources here.
Man BS072
The Man for All Time
Morehouse-Barlow 1971 128 p.
Mann, C. S.
A renowned biblical scholar cuts through sentimental, uninformed mythology to help us understand what the gospels meant to early Christians. Modern archaeology and newly discovered scriptural documents, including the Dead Sea Scrolls, have led to rich and often surprising insights about the life of Jesus. A leader’s guide, Man BS073, is available for those wishing to use the book for group study.
Man BS073 BOOKLET
The Man for All Time – Leader’s Guide
— 1971 46 p.
Mann, C. S.
Here is the leader’s guide for those who wish to use C. S. Man’s book, Man BS072, for group study. Learn what the gospels meant to early Christians, and what modern archaeology and newly discovered scriptural documents, including the Dead Sea Scrolls, have to say about the life of Jesus.
Man BS095
The Message Delivered
— 1973 121 p.
Mann, C. S.
Built around the Acts of the Apostles, this presents a study of the organization and growth of the young community which was to become known as the church. Utilizing the most up-to-date scholarship of his day, C.S. Mann tells of the people involved, describes colorfully the places to which Peter and Paul and their fellow evangelists traveled to establish Christian communities, and recounts the trials and tribulations experienced by these men in their effort to deliver the message.
Mar BS074 BOOKLET
Saints Together – Leader’s Manual
— 1984 47 p. illus.
Marsh, John
Here is a nine-week course that considers the Bible’s teaching on the nature of life and service within the Christian fellowship. It can be used with Mar BS075, and is designed for use by prayer groups, house meetings, Lenten course sessions, etc., and it is adaptable for Christians of all denominations.
Mar BS075 BOOKLET
Saints Together – Link-work Booklet
— 1984 39 p. illus.
Marsh, John
This booklet can be used with Mar BS074 to prepare a nine-week course that considers the nature of life and service withing the Christian fellowship. It can be used with a variety of groups and is adaptable for all Christian denominations.
Mar BS159
Saint John
Penguin Books Ltd. 1968 700 p. SC
Marsh, John
In this Bible commentary, the author, a Congregationalist theologian, interprets the manifold problems of the Fourth Gospel to the modern reader.. In examining John’s conception of “history,” he takes a look at both the similarities and notable differences between this record and that of the synoptic gospels. He locates John’s central purpose as enshrining, for a wide circle of readers, the living Word of God.
Mar BS395
Mark, Evangelist and Theologian
Zondervan Publishing House 1972 240p. SC
Martin, Ralph
This book discusses such topics as: Why Mark’s record is called a gospel; the term gospel and its shades of meaning; Mark as Matthew’s follower; traditional views of setting; the pertinent theories of recent theologians and biblical scholars; opposition of heretical Christological beliefs; the place of the Markan historical Jesus in the post-Pauline experience and contemporary criticism in Church life; Mark’s missionary motifs; and message for the Church—then and now.
Mat BS060
The Lost Gospel of Mary: The Mother of Jesus in Three Ancient Texts
Paraclete Press 2007
Mathewes-Green, Frederica
Taking the reader right to the core of Christian faith, the author offers a glimpse of Christian faith almost two thousand years ago. Looking at three ancient texts, she explores the historic background and theological and cultural questions that the documents raise. The Gospel of Mary is a humbly told story of the Virgin’s life from her conception to the birth of Jesus, put into written form as early as 150 AD. The second text is a brief prayer to Mary found in Egypt on a scrap of papyrus and dated to the following century. The third text, “The Annunciation Hymn,” was written by the Syrian poet Romanos in about 520 AD, and is considered one of the finest examples of Eastern Christian poetry. This graceful hymn is still sung in Eastern Orthodox churches throughout the world today. Warmly devout, historically detailed, and rich with spiritual applications for today, the fruit of Frederica Mathewes-Green’s careful study is an intimate glimpse of the remarkable mother of our Lord.
Mat BS249
Manners & Customs in the Bible: An Illustrated Guide to Daily Life in Bible Times
Hendrickson Publishers, Inc. 2006 256 p. HC
Matthews, Victor H.
Countless questions emerge when you read the Bible. Now fully updated with new colour photos, images, and enhanced features, this popular resource will help readers gain invaluable background information on the Bible’s culture, its people, and how they lived. Each cahpter furnishes an introduction to the historical, political, and physical setting of five basic periods in Israel’s history. Drawing from clues in the biblical text, archaeological discovereies, and contemporary documents, the author opens up both difficult and overly familiar passages of Scripture, explaining cultural practices, religious tensions, and apparent contradictions in the Bible.
Mat BS396
The Lord’s Prayer: An Exposition for today by the Dean of St. Paul’s
Hodder and Stoughton 1958 59 p. SC
Matthews, W. R.
Worship is not an eccentric activity, but natural and human. In some sense all people worship, but not all people worship God. True worship combines fear, admiration and love. Worship in spirit and in truth is the Christian aim. The desire to pray may be dormant, but many who never consciously pray at moments of crisis or difficulty reach out for help without knowing to whom. The transition from unconscious to conscious prayer is a decisive step though it may be slow. The book consists of very short essays on the Lord’s Prayer, line by line.
Mil BS106
Falling Into Faith: Lectio Divina Series, Cycle C
— 2000 — p.
Miller, Robert J.
Father Miller breaks open the deeper meaning of the Bible and helps us apply it to our daily lives. Using the regular rhythm of the liturgical year as a guideline, his poetry is
based on the timeless wisdom of the Scriptures and contemporary pastoral theology.
Mil BS234
Abingdon Old Testament Commentaries: Esther
Abingdon Press 2005 177 p. SC
Miller, Patrick D., general ed.; and Day, Linda M.
In this commentary, the author addresses both perennial and contemporary concerns pertinent to the book of Esther. Attention is given to literary, liguistic, and thematic features of the biblical text. The book is considered with an eye to concerns of gender and ethnicity, as well as the theological concerns raised by divine absence in the story. In this commentary, Esther emerges from the carnival atmosphere of Purim with its humorous portrait of the Persian court into the light of modern times.
Mil BS236
Abingdon Old Testament Commentaries: Psalms 1 – 72
Abingdon Press 2002 338 p. SC
Miller, Patrick D., general ed.; and Clifford, Richard J.
This commentary helps a modern “pray-er” of the psalms to understand the connections of each psalm to the rest of the Bible and to discern how the great theological themes of covenant, divine mercy and justice, and human response play out through the psalms in prayer. It gives attention to Christian and Jewish reception of the psalms and seeks to resolve such troubling ethical issues as the ethnocentrism, hatred of enemies, and expressions of revenge that do occur in them. While interacting with classic and contemporary commentaries as it provides literary, theological, and ethical analysis of each psalm, this work distinctively seeks to make the psalms available as a true book of prayer for contemporary believers.
Mil BS247
Abingdon Old Testament Commentaries:
Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah
Abingdon Press 2005 349 p. SC
Miller, Patrick D., general ed.; and Simundson, Daniel J.
Informed by up to date scholarship and exhibiting a surefooted instinct for the contemporary relevance of the texts, the author provides a fresh reading of these prophets that is clearly and convincingly written. Issues are discussed in light of contemporary issues, including the ecological, theological and ethical importance of these writings for today. The book concludes with a useful annotated bibliography.
Min BS361 (missing)
The Book of Heaven
Testament Books 2001 182p. HC
Minkoff, Harvey
Heaven: is it a place? an idea? What does it look like and how do we get there? What does the Bible tell us? This book can form the basis for a series of Bible Study sessions that look at these and other questions.
Mor BS114
At Jesus’ Feet: Learning to Draw Near~A Bible Study for Women Based on the
Story of Mary and Martha
NavPress 2000 108 p. SC
Morrissey, Kirkie
Multiple appointments, trips to the grocery store, phone calls, kids’ games, and work projects all make it difficult to sit down and listen to anything or anyone. If you’re caught up in the frenetic pace of life, take a little time out. Sit At Jesus’ Feet and rediscover what it takes to become more like Jesus, to draw on His resources, and to be infused with His life. The author helps the reader quiet the heart through a step-by-step guide to contemplative Bible reading, journaling, and personal interaction with God. Along with Scripture study and stories from the author’s own spiritual journey, there are quotes from historic Christians and questions for reflection.
Mow BS202
Mowbray’s Mini-commentary 1: Matthew, Mark, Luke and Acts
A. R. Mowbray & Co. Ltd. 1968 59 p. SC
Slack, Kenneth.
This is the first in a series of twelve short commentaries based on the Jerusalem Bible. It may be used with any of the translations in use at the time of writing. The commentaries aren’t intended to be detailed expositions, but to offer ‘guideposts’ for discussion and study.
Mow BS203
Mowbray’s Mini-commentary 2: John, Johannine Epistles and Revelation
A. R. Mowbray & Co. Ltd. 1969 71 p. SC
Moulton, H. K.
This is the second in a series of twelve short commentaries based on the Jerusalem Bible. It may be used with any of the translations in use at the time of writing. The commentaries aren’t intended to be detailed expositions, but to offer ‘guideposts’ for discussion and study.
Mow BS204
Mowbray’s Mini-commentary 3: Romans, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Hebrews
A. R. Mowbray & Co. Ltd. 1968 63 p. SC
Avery, Margaret
This is the third in a series of twelve short commentaries based on the Jerusalem Bible. It may be used with any of the translations in use at the time of writing. The commentaries aren’t intended to be detailed expositions, but to offer ‘guideposts’ for discussion and study.
Mow BS205
Mowbray’s Mini-commentary 4: Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Philemon, Thessalonians, Timothy, Titus, James, Peter, Jude
A. R. Mowbray & Co. Ltd. 1970 78 p. SC
Thomson, Ian
This is the fourth in a series of twelve short commentaries based on the Jerusalem Bible. It may be used with any of the translations in use at the time of writing. The commentaries aren’t intended to be detailed expositions, but to offer ‘guideposts’ for discussion and study.
Mow BS206
Mowbray’s Mini-commentary 5: The Pentateuch
A. R. Mowbray & Co. Ltd. 1969 63 p. SC
Simpson, William W.
This is the fifth in a series of twelve short commentaries based on the Jerusalem Bible. It may be used with any of the translations in use at the time of writing. The commentaries aren’t intended to be detailed expositions, but to offer ‘guideposts’ for discussion and study.
Mow BS208
Mowbray’s Mini-commentary 7:
1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Ruth, Jonah, 1 and 2 Maccabees
A. R. Mowbray & Co. Ltd. 1970 66 p. SC
Ackroyd, Peter R.
This is the seventh in a series of twelve short commentaries based on the Jerusalem Bible. It may be used with any of the translations in use at the time of writing. The commentaries aren’t intended to be detailed expositions, but to offer ‘guideposts’ for discussion and study.
Mow BS209
Mowbray’s Mini-commentary 8: Amos, Hosea, Micah, Isaiah
A. R. Mowbray & Co. Ltd. 1968 70 p. SC
Robertson, E. H.
This is the eighth in a series of twelve short commentaries based on the Jerusalem Bible. It may be used with any of the translations in use at the time of writing. The commentaries aren’t intended to be detailed expositions, but to offer ‘guideposts’ for discussion and study.
Mow BS212
Mowbray’s Mini-commentary 11: Psalms
A. R. Mowbray & Co. Ltd. 1970 64 p. SC
Simon, Ulrich
This eleventh in a series of twelve short commentaries based on the Jerusalem Bible may be used with any of the translations in use at the time of writing. The commentaries aren’t intended to be detailed expositions, but to offer ‘guideposts’ for discussion and study.
Mow BS213
Mowbray’s Mini-commentary 12: The Wisdom Literature
A. R. Mowbray & Co. Ltd. 1970 49 p. SC
Leahy, Desmond
This is the twelfth in a series of twelve short commentaries based on the Jerusalem Bible, it may be used with any of the translations in use at the time of writing. The commentaries aren’t intended to be detailed expositions, but to offer ‘guideposts’ for discussion and study.
Moy BS439
Talking About Genesis: A Resource Guide
Doubleday 1996 177 p. SC
Moyers, Bill, et al
Participation in Bible study discussion groups answers a deep need for meaning in our lives. This book was written as supplementary material for discussion of the television series Genesis: A Living Conversation, produced by the author and American Public Affairs Television (now NPR; information on access to the series may be found at npr.org). As Moyers states about forming a Bible study discussion group, “. . . you may come as a believer or a doubter. But come for the adventure. If you stick with it, there is no method of Bible study that is more stimulating, more eye-opening, more rewarding. Even if you wind up in the same place at the end of the journey, with precisely the same beliefs that you started out with, you will not be the same person. You will learn new things about yourself and the world.” Contributors to the book include Karen Armstrong, Walter Brueggemann, and Elaine Pagels.