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Paul's epistle to the Romans is the most profound and concentrated explanation of the truths of the Christian faith ever provided to the people of God. This book provides the student of God's Word exegetical commentary in the form of annotated outlines that are both expositional and practical as interpretation and application are carefully provided. Whether one is interested in devotional material for personal, spiritual growth or in material to help produce messages to help others grow spiritually, these outlines will provide great resource and insight into the Scriptures. Paul's essential message is that no amount of self-righteousness will ever qualify a person for God's favor. He provides the theme of the letter to the Romans when he declares: "For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, 'But the righteous man shall live by faith.''' (Romans 1:16-17). This profound truth has served as the basis for revivals and reformations. It is enough to quicken the soul lost in traditions, legalism, and externals and establish it completely on the work of Christ.

1 Samuel is an Old Testament book that provides an increased current of truth leading toward the Messiah. It opens with the people of Israel experiencing great spiritual failure: idolatry was rampant (7:3-4), the judges were perverting justice (8:2-3), the priesthood was corrupt (2:12-26) and "worthless" in the eyes of the Lord, and the surrounding nations were constantly harassing Israel. The cumulative affects of neglecting God and His Word are evident in the plight of Israel as a godly remnant struggled to maintain their hope in God's Promise. However, God's sovereign purpose and faithfulness would prevail: "For the Lord will not abandon His people on account of His great name, because the Lord has been pleased to make you a people for Himself." (12:22). We are introduced to Hannah who begged God to provide to her a son who would serve God throughout his life - at the will of God. In God's sovereign purpose, God gave her that son - Samuel - who would serve faithfully as a voice of righteousness. God's faithfulness to Israel would be personified in Samuel, His representative, who would as a result know the rejection of the people in rebellion against God. Instead, the people of Israel desired to have human authority exercised through a king - like the nations that surrounded them. The first king, Saul, represented what the best of human leadership and authority can provide. Without God man is lost in sin and spiritual blindness. God mercifully took the kingdom from Saul and gave it to a "man after God's own heart" - David. This is the point of God's sovereign faithfulness through which the greater Son of David, the Messiah would ultimately come. These exegetical outlines are designed to provide insights into the biblical text by the serious student who desires devotional stimulation. Each chapter handles a thought unit in the text and opens it up for the common believer to gain rich insight. These outlines will enable those who are studying the Scriptures to grow in grace and in a love for the Lord.

The letter to the Romans presents the most constantly sustained depths of biblical teaching available in all of the Scriptures. To master the contents of Romans is to master the truths of the Christian faith. The essential message is that no amount of self-righteousness will qualify a person for God's favor. The theme of the letter to the Romans is declared clearly by its author, the Apostle Paul: "For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, 'But the righteous man shall live by faith.'" (Romans 1:16-17). This profound truth is enough to quicken the soul lost in traditions, legalism and externals and establish it completely on the saving work of Jesus Christ. It has served as the stimulus for revivals and reformations, and continues to stir hearts lost in sin to faith and salvation. The book of Romans is divided into four sections all of which concentrate of a differing aspect of the Gospel of God's grace. The first section in Volume 1 analyzes the indictment through the Gospel under which all men exist in sin (1-3); the second section announces the intervention of the Gospel through justification (4-8); in Volume 2 the third section affirms the intention of the Gospel through grace (9-11); and the fourth section calls for attentiveness to the impact of the Gospel (12-16).

The Gospel written by Matthew is a divinely inspired record of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. In each of the Gospels, the Holy Spirit provides unique insights into the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. As the gospel authors penned their works, the Holy Spirit directed their writing to ensure that the view of Christ they presented was an exact and accurate record of what Jesus did and said ... this is who Jesus is. Matthew was directed to write to a primarily Jewish audience for the purpose of demonstrating how that Jesus is the fulfillment of the Messianic promises to David that his descendant would sit on the throne of Israel forever. Jesus, as the son of David, is presented as the rightful King of Israel with all of the corroboration required to certify His right to rule. From the beginning of His gospel account, Matthew anticipates through the eyes of the Magi the glories of the "king of the Jews" (Matthew 2:2). At the end of his account, Matthew records the conclusion of the matter that unwittingly came out of the declaration by Pontius Pilate who placed the ascription at the top of Jesus cross: "This is Jesus, King of the Jews" (Matthew 27:37). Everything in his gospel underscores this truth that Jesus is the King. A study of this gospel will inevitably lead to a deeper appreciation for the majesty and glory of the King, Jesus Christ. It will also provide insight in the devastation brought about by unbelief and rejection of Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. May you benefit from an enrichment of your personal faith as you study God's Word with the help of these exegetical outlines."

The Gospel written by Matthew is a divinely inspired record of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. In each of the Gospels, the Holy Spirit provides unique insights into the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. As the gospel authors penned their works, the Holy Spirit directed their writing to ensure that the view of Christ they presented was an exact and accurate record of what Jesus did and said ... this is who Jesus is. Matthew was directed to write to a primarily Jewish audience for the purpose of demonstrating how that Jesus is the fulfillment of the Messianic promises to David that his descendant would sit on the throne of Israel forever. Jesus, as the son of David, is presented as the rightful King of Israel with all of the corroboration required to certify His right to rule. From the beginning of His gospel account, Matthew anticipates through the eyes of the Magi the glories of the "king of the Jews" (Matthew 2:2). At the end of his account, Matthew records the conclusion of the matter that unwittingly came out of the declaration by Pontius Pilate who placed the ascription at the top of Jesus cross: "This is Jesus, King of the Jews" (Matthew 27:37). Everything in his gospel underscores this truth that Jesus is the King. A study of this gospel will inevitably lead to a deeper appreciation for the majesty and glory of the King, Jesus Christ. It will also provide insight in the devastation brought about by unbelief and rejection of Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. May you benefit from an enrichment of your personal faith as you study God's Word with the help of these exegetical outlines."

"While dozens of books and articles have rehearsed the chilling lore surrounding the "infamous Bell Witch of Tennessee," Rick Gregory takes a different approach. He illuminates the oral traditions that preserved and disseminated the tale; discusses the major factors in its regional, national, and international spread; analyzes how the legend mirrors other national and international stories with similar themes; and finally describes its modern circulation through the World Wide Web and other technologies. In exploring the Bell Witch story in this manner, Gregory sheds light not only on the folklore of Tennessee with its strong tradition of oral history but also provides insight into the persistent, global phenomenon of folklore itself"--

This is the first study of social, economic and technical aspects of aquaculture in Bangladesh. The authors analyse rural society through the trading activities necessary in aquaculture. These insights have practical implications and this book shows how it is possible to build on existing relationships and technologies and facilitate innovative poverty-focused strategies. This study of the fish trading network demonstrates that a preoccupation with high technology ''quick fix'' solutions in development may overlook the indigenous problem-solving strategies of local people and documents a particularly striking example.