By James Oscar Boyd & John Gresham Machen
in ePub, .mobi and .pdf formats
This is a comprehensive overview of the history of God's redeeming grace as presented in the Bible. The book begins by examining the history of the Old Testament, tracing the stream of God's redeeming purposes throughout the ancient times. It then turns to the New Testament, exploring the deeper and broader fulfillment of God's plan for humanity in Jesus Christ and his Church.
The book provides readers with a thorough understanding of the biblical narrative, from the creation of the world to the establishment of the Church. It highlights the key events, characters, and themes of each period of biblical history, revealing how they all contribute to the overarching story of God's redemption.
Written in clear and accessible language, "A Brief Bible History" is an excellent resource for anyone seeking a better understanding of the Bible and its message of salvation. It is a perfect guide for those new to the faith or for seasoned believers looking to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of God's plan for humanity.
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Table of Contents
Section I: The Development of the Church in Old Testament Times by James Oscar Boyd
Chapter 1: Before Abraham - Genesis, Chapters 1 to 11
Chapter 2: The Patriarchs
Chapter 3: Egyptian Bondage and Deliverance
Chapter 4: Moses as Leader and Lawgiver
Chapter 5: The Conquest and Settlement of Canaan
Chapter 6: The Period of the Judges
Chapter 7: Samuel and Saul: Prophecy and Monarchy
Chapter 8: David and Solomon: Psalms and Wisdom
Chapter 9: The Kingdom of Israel
Chapter 10: The Kingdom of Judah, to Hezekiah
Chapter 11: Judah, from Hezekiah to the Exile
Chapter 12: The Exile and the Restoration
Chapter 13: The Jewish State Under Persia
Chapter 14: Israel’s Religious Life
Chapter 15: “The Coming One”
Section II: The Life of Christ and the Development of the Church in New Testament Times by John Gresham Machen
Chapter 1: The Preparation
Chapter 2: The Coming of the Lord
Chapter 3: The Baptism
Chapter 4: The Early Judean Ministry
Chapter 5: The Beginning of the Galilaean Ministry
Chapter 6: The Period of Popularity
Chapter 7: The Turning Point
Chapter 8: Jesus as Messiah
Chapter 9: The Prediction of the Cross
Chapter 10: The Last Journeys
Chapter 11: Teaching in the Temple
Chapter 12: The Crucifixion
Chapter 13: The Resurrection
Chapter 14: The Beginnings of the Christian Church
Chapter 15: The First Persecution
Chapter 16: The Conversion of Paul
Chapter 17: The Gospel Given to the Gentiles
Chapter 18: The First Missionary Journey and the Apostolic Council
Chapter 19: The Second Missionary Journey
Chapter 20: The Third Missionary Journey
Chapter 21: The Third Missionary Journey
Chapter 22: The First Imprisonment of Paul
Chapter 23: The Close of the Apostolic Age
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