Walter A. Elwell and others

 

Topical Analysis of the Bible
.In this handy biblical reference tool, analytical outlines to 35,000 Scripture references touch on thirteen major doctrines of Scripture: God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, God's works and providence, revelation and Scripture, supernatural beings, human beings, sin, salvation, sanctification, Christian living, the church, and the last things. A separate chapter an exhaustive analysis of the biblical statements regarding women. Those setting out to preach or teach a certain doctrine will find this book an invaluable resource. It not only provides excellent outlines of each doctrine, but all their supporting biblical references as well. (ISBN 0-8010-0067-X)

 

Evangelical Commentary on the Bible
The purpose of this commentary, is to help the average reader of the Bible understand what the text says. Using the NIV as a basis for its comments, this commentary is a totally new work, not a reprint or a revised edition. Thirty-eight contributors representing some of the finest American evangelical scholars present their articles in clear, easy-to-understand language. Includes outlines and introductions to each book of the Bible and extensive discussions of key biblical doctrines. (ISBN:080100070X) Christianity Today hailed it as "a work of responsible evangelical scholarship." For 15 years it's provided pastors, teachers, and students with a balanced overview of theological trends. Elwell's dictionary is especially noted for the caliber of its many contributors. Includes over five hundred articles explaining the theological message and key themes of both Old and New Testaments. It includes articles on abortion, money, altars, pride, promise, the second coming, Jerusalem, and many others. More than 125 of the best evangelical Bible scholars present insights from the biblical languages. However, their findings are presented clearly so that the reader does not need to know Hebrew or Greek. Bibliographies, indexes, and cross-references make this a useful volume for pastors, students, teachers, and lay people.

 

Biographical entries from Evangelical Dictionary of Theology
The biographical articles from this classic reference work are included in electronic form. They include individuals from all eras of history and from many countries. Entries are arranged alphabetically, from Peter Abelard to Ulrich Zwingli. Many entries include bibliographical references and focus on the individual's theological dimension. More than two hundred contributors represent a variety of diverse evangelical persuasions and national backgrounds.

 

Handbook of Evangelical Theologians
The thirty-three featured theologians reflect the breadth and diversity of the church. They range in date from Augustus H. Strong, born in the 1830s, to Alister McGrath, born in the 1950s. The number includes theologians who have had a significant impact, including Gordon Clark, Francis Schaeffer, Louis Berkhof, Millard Erickson, Carl Henry, J. I. Packer, John R.W. Stott, and others. In addition to biographies of each individual, each chapter reflects what the subjects regarded to be their theological task. Their central ideas are fit into the jigsaw of modern evangelical development. (ISBN 0-8010-0229-X)
The Handbook of Evangelical Theologians provides biographical information, major philosophical or theological beliefs and insight on each thinker's legacy as it pertains to evangelical Christianity. This resource cites each person's works in the context of why they were written and how they came to affect modern Christianity as a whole, rather than just a single denomination.

 

David A. Reed and others
 

Answering Jehovah's Witnesses Subject by Subject
Topic-by-topic, readers can use this alphabetically organized guidebook to learn what Jehovah's Witnesses teach. Not all teachings developed by the Watchtower Society relate to Scripture, and not all Jehovah's Witnesses are prepared to compare interpretations of the Bible. These brief articles, organized according to subject, help readers quickly understand the basics of the group's history, changing doctrinal stances, and distinctive ideas.

 

Jehovah's Witnesses Answered Verse by Verse
Jehovah's Witnesses Answered Verse by Verse is the only quick reference guide that:
Immediately answers the Jehovah's Witnesses' misinterpretation of Scripture
Shows how to use the same Scripture in leading Jehovah's Witnesses to Christ
Includes a verse-by-verse section which provides helpful and handy material to refute doctrines
Discusses Jehovah's Witnesses' beliefs, history, and alterations in their Bible.

Index of Watchtower Errors
Index of Watchtower Errors uses Jehovah's Witness resources and quotes to show how their beliefs are contradictory to the teachings of the Bible. This resource provides helpful insights into Jehovah's Witness' society and serves as a valuable tool in refuting the sect's theology. Index of Watch Tower Errors was produced to show the contradictions and erroneous beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses. Much like Mormonism: Changes, Contradictions and Errors this book uses primary sources to illustrate the changes in Jehovah's Witnesses theology over the past 100 years.

How to Rescue Your Loved One from the Watch Tower
Jehovah's Witnesses are often trained in debating the truths of Christianity, this resource will help you refute the claims of the Watch Tower with an organized and logical defense. This book will help you:
Plan your strategy and learn techniques that work.
Collect convincing evidence.
Present your material in the proper manner at the appropriate time.
Become familiar with the tools you'll need.
How to Rescue Your Loved One from the Watch Tower guides the reader through the process of helping their loved ones part with the Jehovah's Witnesses. This resource also includes:

Jehovah's Witness Literature: A Critical Guide to Watchtower Publications
This book reviews more than a hundred years of Jehovah's Witness writings, arranged chronologically into four main eras: the Russell era from 1879 to 1916, the Rutherford era from 1917 to 1942, the Knorr era from 1942 to 1977, and the Franz era from 1977 to 1992. Reed discusses the books, periodicals, booklets, tracts, and pamphlets that were published during each period, and pinpoints the place of each significant piece of literature in the historical development of the sect and its theology. This practical reference tool will help equip Christians to speak confidently to Jehovah's Witnesses.

 

Mormons Answered Verse by Verse
Mormons Answered Verse by Verse uses Scripture to refute the claims of the Mormon faith. This resource provides the reader with biblical evidence in favor of true Christianity and contrasts this with Mormon beliefs.

Are Mormons really that different than Christians? This resource's introduction states today's attitudes toward Mormonism:
For some years the Mormon Church, officially the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has been working hard for acceptance as a “mainline” Christian denomination. To a large extent that is how the general public now views it. We are accustomed to their TV ads portraying closely-knit families who worship together and uphold traditional values, and many Christians can be found playing favorite pieces of Christmas music sung by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.
Then why is it that Mormon's claim to be the only true church and often use the Bible to "prove" it? The answer can be found in Mormons: Answered Verse by Verse. This resource starts with a synopsis of what the Mormon Church teaches and then moves into a subject-by-subject listing of Mormon beliefs on issues such as heaven, marriage, salvation, and women.
However, the majority of the book is dedicated to controversial verses that are incorrectly interpreted by Mormons. The electronic version of this resource is extremely beneficial as any reference to Scripture can be read in your preferred translation with only one click of your mouse.
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Mormonism: Changes, Contradictions, and Errors
This resource is for Christians who want to understand the development of Mormon theology and how Mormon beliefs are often self-contradictory. Mormonism: Changes, Contradictions, and Errors is a must-have resource for anyone who knows or witnesses to Mormons.

Do you want to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with Mormon relatives, friends, and acquaintances, and with those just getting interested in Mormonism? Then you will find this book useful as a tool for opening the door to such witnessing and to fruitful Bible discussion.
Mormons need the gospel message found in the Bible, but religious preconditioning blocks the way and prevents them from receiving it. Material such as that found in this book must first be presented to help members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints come out from under the authority of their local and Salt Lake City leadership and become more receptive to Bible teachings. This book will also be useful for prospective converts who are just getting interested in Mormonism.
Useful Features In This Resource
Chapters in this this book include:

How to Rescue Your Loved One from Mormonism

This book will tell you exactly what to do if you know someone who is involved in Mormonism. How to Rescue Your Loved One from Mormonism will help you:
Plan your strategy and learn techniques that work.
Collect convincing evidence.
Present your material in the proper manner at the appropriate time.
Become familiar with the tools you'll need.
How to Rescue Your Loved One from Mormonism guides the reader through the process of helping their loved ones leave the Mormon faith. It includes chapters on:
Step-by-step guide to leading Mormons into true biblical Christianity
Archaeology's support or refutation of Mormonism
Strange teachings of Mormonism
This resource also features a very useful index of theological terms used by Mormons. A large part of reaching out to Mormons is knowing what they believe, and this book certainly fills that need by offering the knowledge of a former member of the Mormon church.

 

Biographical entries from New Twentieth Century Encyclopedia of Religious Knowledge
J. D. Douglas, editor
The major people related to biblical studies and theology, national churches and international movements, philosophical trends, and non-Christian religions in the twentieth century are described in these biographical articles written by an international cast of contributors that includes F. F. Bruce, Carl Henry, George Marsden, and Ronald Nash. Biographies are listed alphabetically, from Lyman Abbott to Samuel Zwemer.

 

Dictionary of Women in Church History
Author: Hammack, Mary, L.
Dictionary of Women in Church History - Mary L. Hammack. This biographical dictionary, the first of its kind, is exhaustive, with nearly a thousand entries drawn from the first century to the present. It discusses women from all denominations and backgrounds, including those who influenced the church positively and negatively and played a role in the development of Christianity throughout history. The arrangement is alphabetical, extending from Barbe Acarie to Anna Reinhard Zwingli. It also includes a chronological index organized by periods in church history. The dictionary is an invaluable resource for libraries, schools, educators, ministers, historians, or anyone else interesting in finding out more about specific influential women. (ISBN 0-8010-0232-X)
A Dictionary of Women in Church History provides a seemingly endless list of great people who have been fundamental in helping the church become what it is today.
This resource is arranged in five categories:
Ancient Church History
Medieval Church History
Reformation
Expansion and Denominationalism
Revivals, Missions and Further Expansion
The number of people covered in this resource is staggering - it gives biographical synopses of over 70 women in the Reformation period alone! This one of a kind resource will give you hundreds of examples of what it takes to be a woman of God.

Hymn and Scripture Selection Guide: An Electronic Reference Tool
Donald A. Spencer
This reference book features hymn titles, composers, dates, themes, and over 14,000 Scripture references with 432 of the most used hymns. It's an invaluable tool for worship leaders, music directors, pastors, radio announcers, and students. Users can display additional windows with texts from Bible versions or other books in the Logos Library. The comprehensive cross-references and searching capacity make this a time-saver in planning coordinated services.
 

Baker Illustration Library, Volume One: Illustrations for Biblical Preaching
Michael P. Green, editor
This electronic tool displays over 1500 illustrations and quotations that deal with contemporary subjects such as abortion, drugs, and divorce, as well as timeless subjects such as faith, commitment, and Christian living. Each entry is organized topically. Teachers, preachers, and writers can search by topic or scriptural reference and coordinate with Bible translations or other volumes in the Logos Library.


Quick Scripture References for Counseling, Second Edition
John G. Kruis
A handy reference tool for counselors, pastors, and teachers that lists applicable Scripture on a wide range of ninety-three topics including adultery, alcohol, bitterness, church discipline, depression, fear, homosexuality, lust, mixed marriages, priorities, temptation, waiting on the Lord, and many others. All Scripture quotations are taken from the New King James Version but can be linked to other versions in the Logos Library. This tool has been widely used in one on one encounters to assist those with emotional and spiritual needs and in preparation for sermons and classes.

 

Christian Cyberspace Companion, Second Edition: A Guide to the Internet and Christian Online Resources
Jason D. Baker
Using non technical language, numerous screen shots, tables, and examples, Christian Cyberspace Companion is designed to answer questions about the online world of cyberspace and provide a map of interesting places to visit. Gives advice on setting up your own web page as well as counsel on how to avoid the Internet red-light district. Includes an updated Christian Internet Directory featuring almost three thousand Christian-related sites, each of which is hyperlinked so users can call up each site if they have a web browser and Internet connection.
 

Soul in Cyberspace
Author: Groothuis, Douglas R.

Soul in Cyberspace - Douglas Groothuis. While many Christians are content with a superficial and pragmatic assessment of the new information technologies, Dr. Groothuis probes more deeply. He wisely recognizes the symbolic power of technology: machines don't just do things, they shape us by equipping our imaginations and language with powerful new images, metaphors, and assumptions. Topics addressed include disembodied existence in a digital world, the future of the book, cybersex, techno shamanism, and others. (ISBN 0-8010-0252-4)
The author describes his treatment of the internet as "neither a rant nor a rave", meaning he does not view the Christian's use of the internet as necessarily good or bad. The purpose of this resource is to cause one to reflect on the trends that are sweeping through modern society via the uses or misuses of the internet. Some negativity is necessary so as not to encourage the worship of technology, an increasingly prevalent trend especially among younger computer users. A main tenet of the book is that the internet can be used as a tool, but putting faith in the technology rather than the message is where many internet users (Christians included) sometimes become ineffective or just plain incorrect