Links the proclamation of the Gospel and the growth of the Christian church with the living voice of God.

""This Is the Word of the Lord" addresses the formation of the biblical canon, the debates as to what materials did and did not make the final cut, and the implications for that process in understanding various theories of biblical authority and inspiration"--

The Catholic Child's First Faith Treasury presents your youngest Catholic children with core teachings and mysteries of the Catholic faith, and inspiring biblical principles, that they may from the earliest age always walk close to the Lord and His Church. These beautiful books are designed to help parents make the very first step in catechizing and inspiring their little ones in the faith, by giving them simple and profound treasures - Bible passages, saint quotes, the mysteries of Christ's life - for handing on the Catholic faith they cherish. Begin teaching your little ones the most important things - the truths of the gospel! The Word of the Lord: Instill an early devotion to God's Word in your little one with this charming book, The Word of the Lord: First Scripture Verses. Through vibrant illustrations and a selection of beautiful passages straight from Sacred Scripture, this book will become a favorite literary companion - an inspiring and whimsical collection of the first Bible verses your child will learn to love and come to know by heart!

The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978. This highly accurate and smooth-reading version of the Bible in modern English has the largest library of printed and electronic support material of any modern translation.

The Catholic Lectionary guides us through the liturgical year, presenting Old and New Testament readings that together reveal God’s unfolding plan for our salvation. In The Word of the Lord: Reflections on the Mass Readings for Solemnities and Feasts, biblical scholar Dr. John Bergsma provides commentary alongside each celebration’s readings. Whether you are a homilist seeking insight into the meaning of difficult scriptural passages or a Catholic desiring a deepened understanding of the readings you hear at Mass, The Word of the Lord serves as an invaluable guide. This volume includes commentaries for liturgies that utilize the same readings across Cycles A, B, and C for The Season of Christmas The Season of Lent The Sacred Triduum The Season of Easter And Solemnities and Feasts of the Lord and His Saints Series Description The Lectionary guides our reading of Scripture through the liturgical year, presenting Old and New Testament readings that together reveal God’s unfolding plan for our salvation. In The Word of the Lord series, biblical scholar Dr. John Bergsma provides commentary on each Sunday’s selection of readings. Whether you are a homilist seeking insight into the meaning of difficult scriptural passages or a Catholic desiring a deepened understanding of the readings you hear at Mass, The Word of the Lord series is an invaluable guide.

"The joy born of the Word can now expand to all those who, by faith, let themselves be changed by God's word." – Pope Benedict XVI, Verbum Domini For many Catholics, Scripture remains an elusive part of their Faith, or worse yet, a weapon used against them when encountering challenges from other denominations. If you think you have to be a Bible scholar to understand the Scriptures, think again! The Word of the Lord was written by one of the foremost Catholic Bible scholars and tested in several graduate level seminary Scripture courses. Yet everyone will appreciate the book's clear, straightforward approach, perfect for the average Catholic. From crucial topics to more common questions, you will find explanations, answers, and interpretation that will launch you into the exciting adventure that awaits you in Scripture. Wherever you are on your faith journey, The Word of the Lord will guide you forward to seek the face of Christ in Scripture. "It is no longer because of your words that we believe, for we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this is indeed the Savior of the world."– John 4:42

All scriptures used are from the King James Version of the Bible. Included in the book are randomly selected Bible messages from over fourteen-hundred delivered by the author over the last thirty years. Each message has been prayed over and written in the Spirit. It is the earnest desire of the Author that these messages will inspire and touch the hearts and souls of those who read them. Also included in this book are twelve dynamic, but simple, tips for effective bible teaching and preaching.