One Book Rightly Divided

"Every Bible college, seminary, and church should avail itself of this work as a key textbook and reference tool."--Dr. Jerry L. Rockwell, Sword of the Lord Publishers. Includes 90 charts and 1,475 fully indexed Scriptures.

God has given man the Bible, yet the scriptures are debated with less agreement today than in any previous generation. The resultant widespread error propagated by churches and cults has compelled the republication of this highly acclaimed title. One Book Rightly Divided addresses many difficult and confusing questions, such as:When did the New Testament begin? Immediately following Malachi (Matthew 1:1) or not until after Christ s death (Hebrews 9:17).What happened to the souls of those in the Old Testament of whom it was said that God's Spirit departed (1 Samuel 16:14; Psalm 51:11)? What is the purpose of water baptism? Some teach that water baptism brings salvation (Acts 2:38); others teach that it simply illustrates salvation; while others teach that water baptism serves no purpose at all.When Christ returns to establish His Kingdom, will it be the Kingdom of God or the Kingdom of Heaven ? Some teach that one of these is physical and the other strictly spiritual (Luke 17:20; Romans 14:17) while others adamantly claim they are both the same (Matthew 19:23-24).What does the Bible mean when it refers to the blotting out of one s name from the Book of Life (Revelation 3:5)?When are names recorded in the Book of Life? Since the Bible contains no contradictions, how does one reconcile For by grace are ye saved through faith ... not of works ... (Ephesians 2:8-9) with by works a man is justified and not by faith only (James 2:24)? Can both be true? Did Peter and Paul write two different gospels to the same group one teaching the loss of salvation and the other teaching salvation by grace with eternal security (2 Peter 3:15-16)?The answers to these important questions serve as the tip of the iceberg with which the reader will become familiar in this work. In fact, One Book Rightly Divided with its 6,745 Bible references will enable the diligent student to answer the critic and solve his own personal uncertainties concerning difficult passages from God s word.

Have you ever opened your Bible and just stared at it? You were either unsure of where to start, or wondering if you could even make sense of it. Deep down, you want to be committed to God's Word, but you just feel like you lack the tools, the resources, or even the time? If these questions describe you - I've got good news!This book starts at Ground Zero for Bible study and takes you through a three-step process to be able to rightly divide the Bible for yourself. You will find these steps explained and illustrated in a way that you can begin studying the Bible immediately. Sample passages are worked through together and action items are provided along each step of the way.If you take these three steps to heart - Observation, Interpretation, and Application - and if you practice them consistently, I guarantee you that you will be able to get much more out of your Bible study. Don't be content to simply be spoon-fed by other Bible teachers. It's time for you to learn how to dig in for yourself and find out what this book is communicating to you.In writing this book, I have imagined myself having a one-on-one conversation at a coffee shop with you. I have thought about what I would say to you if we were having this conversation in person. Therefore, you will not find a dry, dusty academic textbook...Rather, you will find a practical, encouraging book that believes you can master this process. Why not pull up a chair and join the conversation!

"A spiritual masterpiece. This book will strengthen your faith."--Dr. Lee Roberson, Founder and Chancellor, Tennessee Temple University.

An extensive, yet simple and easy-to-read book about how to properly interpret the Bible. Dr. Walker has dedicated his time and effort in thorough research and answers most questions about dispensations and dispensationalism. Upon reading these volumes, the reader will find himself, not only well informed, but also with a great wealth of reference material for future use. —Dr. David Peacock, Pastor, Bible Believers Baptist, Jacksonville, Florida. GET THE BACKGROUND—The excuse that there are “so many interpretations of the Bible” is exposed with a clear concise defining of biblical terms, using the Bible itself to define those terms. DISCOVER THE HISTORY—Learn about the men, manuscripts, and movements that have shaped views of Bible interpretation. Find out who really believed the Bible and those who merely used the Bible to support their opinions. UNLOCK THE PROPHECIES—Many prophecies are unraveled and shown how they relate to the return of Christ, the church, and the nation of Israel.

The Old Testament and the Gospels have three levels of interpretation: historical, Christological, and prophetic. Because Christ is fully revealed in the New Testament, the epistles have only two levels, the historical and the prophetic. Much is lost when Christians only see and study the Scriptures from the historical vintage point. Rightly Dividing the Word reveals these hidden prophetic treasures to the discerning student.

PAUL'S exhortation to the younger preacher, Timothy, has come home to many with great power in recent years. As a result, there has been a return to more ancient methods of Bible study, which had been largely neglected during the centuries of the Church's drift from apostolic testimony. Augustine's words have had a re-affirmation: "Distinguish the ages, and the Scriptures are plain." And so there has been great emphasis put in many quarters, and rightly so, upon the study of what is commonly known as "dispensational" truth.

Explore the Book is not a commentary with verse-by-verse annotations. Neither is it just a series of analyses and outlines. Rather, it is a complete Bible survey course. No one can finish this series of studies and remain unchanged. The reader will receive lifelong benefit and be enriched by these practical and understandable studies. Exposition, commentary, and practical application of the meaning and message of the Bible will be found throughout this giant volume. Bible students without any background in Bible study will find this book of immense help as will those who have spent much time studying the Scriptures, including pastors and teachers. Explore the Book is the result and culmination of a lifetime of dedicated Bible study and exposition on the part of Dr. Baxter. It shows throughout a deep awareness and appreciation of the grand themes of the gospel, as found from the opening book of the Bible through Revelation.