Exploring Acts (John Phillips Commentary Series) (The John Phillips Commentary Series)
Transitions and new beginnings mark the book of Acts. With the ascension of Christ into heaven and the subsequent baptism of the Holy Spirit, the church age began. Acts records the founding of the early church and the spreading of the gospel of Christ to Jews and then Gentiles throughout the known world. This comprehensive look at the book of Acts, written in conversational tone, is an excellent resource for pastors, teachers, and students."This series has features that will make it a favorite of Bible students: detailed alliterative outline; notes about the authorship; straightforward interpretation of the text; practical application."—Bookstore Journal"John Phillips writes with enthusiasm and clarity, . . . cutting through the confusion and heretical dangers associated with Bible interpretation."—Moody Magazine"Well-outlined and illustrated. . . . Will hold the interest of lay readers and will provide Sunday School teachers and preachers much material."—John Kohlenberger III"In the style that has commended him to numbers of Bible-loving people, [Dr.] Phillips deals with . . . biblical exposition in a Christ-honoring, easily-read style."—The Baptist BulletinJohn Phillipsreceived his Doctor of Ministry degree from Luther Rice Seminary. He served as assistant director of the Moody Correspondence School as well as director of the Emmaus Correspondence School, one of the world’s largest Bible correspondence ministries. He also taught in the Moody Evening School and on the institute’s radio network. Now retired, Dr. Phillips remains active in his writing and preaching. He and his wife, Betty, live in Bowling Green, Kentucky.