Biblical Genres

How a better understanding of genre leads to a better understanding of the biblical text. The Bible, with its gloriously rich diversity of ancient genres, demands a flexible and historically aware approach to genre. Different conceptions of narrative, poetry, gospel, epistle, wisdom, and...

Transported two thousand years into the past, readers are introduced to Antipas, a Roman civic leader who has encountered the writings of the biblical author Luke. Luke's writings spark Antipas's interest, and a correspondence transpires between them. As the two delve deeply into each other's lives, Antipas begins to see things in fresh ways, causing him to rethink the values upon which his life had been founded.

Siglo I. Tras ser testigo del episodio más trágico de la vida de Jesús, el antiguo guardia pretoriano Lucio Fedro busca refugio en Éfeso junto con su familia. Sin embargo, el implacable poder de Roma se cierne sobre ellos para arrebatarles aquello que más aman. Mientras Lucio se enfrenta a los secuaces del emperador Calígula, que quiere apoderarse de una reliquia con la sangre de Jesús, Flavia, su esposa, buscará consuelo en una mujer que conoce mejor que nadie el amor, la pérdida y el sufrimiento: María de Nazaret.

O evangelho segundo Maria Madalena é um retrato feminista, corajoso e sensual de uma mulher livre, cujo papel na fundação do cristianismo acabou sendo apagado ao longo dos séculos pelos homens da Igreja.

The Bible offers some clues to God's personality - he's alternately been called vindictive and just, bloodthirsty and caring, all-powerful and impotent, capricious and foresighted, and loving and hateful. But no one has ever fully explored why God might be such a figure of contrasts. Nor has anyone ever satisfactorily explained what guides his relationship not just with angels, the devil, and his son, but also with all of creation.

In the grand storytelling style that is his signature, James Michener sweeps us back through time to the very beginnings of the Jewish faith, thousands of years ago. Through the predecessors of four modern men and women, we experience the entire colorful history of the Jews, including the life...

In order to understand, appreciate, and faithfully preach the word of God, pastors must discern the literary nature of the Bible. Instead of just acknowledging the various genres of Scripture, pastors and teachers should allow these genres to influence how the text is approached and communicated. In The Beauty and Power of Biblical Exposition, they will learn how to both read and preach the Bible as a literary anthology. 

The world changed in six seconds. Gravity failed. Millions were lifted into the air without explanation. Governments called it a scientific anomaly. Media called it a global instability event. Humanity called it fear. But heaven called it the beginning. As unseen boundaries weaken and reality itself begins to fracture, two ancient witnesses return to Earth with a divine commission—to deliver a final testimony before judgment falls.

To most, the term “Christian horror” probably seems like an oxymoron. Nevertheless, there are very good arguments to be made that “horror” is an eminently biblical genre and that Christian artists should be at the forefront of reclaiming it. In this work, novelist and freelance writer Mike Duran explores the Judeo-Christian roots of contemporary horror, the religious themes that frame much of the horror art, and how evangelical culture has come to distance itself from such a potentially rich and powerful medium.

What if the Bible read like this? Experience the book of Acts through the eyes of Peter. From the moment Jesus ascends, everything changes. Persecution rises. Prisons close in. Miracles break through. And Peter stands at the center of a movement that refuses to stop—no matter the cost. Follow his journey from bold beginnings to his final stand as the early church is forged in pressure, faith, and sacrifice. This biblical retelling draws directly from Scripture, bringing the book of Acts to life in a grounded, immersive, and emotionally powerful way.

Sheol is a psychological horror novel inspired by the warning of Jesus in Luke 16. After a tragic accident, Quinn awakens in a desolate and unforgiving wasteland of heat, darkness, and despair. Water cannot be found. Rest never comes. The landscape shifts between ruined cities, barren wilderness, and places that seem designed to break the human spirit.

The throne of Israel is in peril. A band of outlaws have pledged their allegiance to King Saul's son-in-law, David. Living in caves and deserts, the men of David try to keep hidden from the ever-vengeful wrath of their king. Meanwhile, in the small village of Kabzeel, Benaiah the priest lives peacefully with his wife and child. Against his wishes, providence continues to place Benaiah in the middle of Saul and David's battle. Rumors begin to spread that David has been chosen by God. Benaiah is told that he must pick a side. But whose side will he choose?

The Moses Chronicles: Prelude opens the door to a world poised on the edge of destiny. As the patriarch Jacob draws his final breath, his sons gather in Egypt—carrying secrets, guilt, and fragile hopes for the future. In this deeply human retelling of Genesis 49 and 50, the legacy of Joseph and the rift among his brothers set the stage for the Exodus long before Moses is born.

Based on the book of Acts this is the story of the Apostle Paul's third journey. Told through the eyes of Paul's companion Timothy this is the tale of the journey to Ephesus and Paul's time in the city. Unlike his earlier journeys the third journey is spent mostly in one city where Paul not only raises up a church but trains young men to take on the mission of raising up the next generation of churches after his death. This is also the story of the church in Corinth and Paul's letters to that riotous, chaotic gathering.

SamsonA Biblical Legends NovelSet apart before his birth, Samson was chosen for a purpose. Strength flowed through him like fire—sudden, unstoppable, and feared by enemies across the land. Lions fell beneath his hands. Armies scattered before him. His name became legend. But calling does not protect a man from his own choices. Drawn by desire and blinded by pride, Samson slowly drifts from the vow that once defined him. Victory after victory hides a deeper truth: strength without obedience leads only to ruin.

In una fortezza nell'alto dei cieli gli angeli della Guardia Reale, guerrieri dello spirito, soldati azzurri con giubbe e calzari, fanatici delle missioni esclusive, sono riuniti in attesa del prossimo incarico. La chiamata arriva, il prescelto è Gabriele, che dovrà far brillare nuovamente lalleanza tra Dio e gli uomini, annunciando l'arrivo del Figlio. Comincia così la grande riscrittura dei Vangeli da parte di Eraldo Affinati, uno dei principali autori italiani che ha scelto di credere nell'educazione dedicando le proprie energie agli alunni più difficili.

The Biblical Commentary Through Dialogue series examines the Judeo-Christian origin stories through the eyes of a critic and an apologetic alike. Eavesdrop on a debate between a Christian elder and young agnostic as they pore over select books of the Holy Bible, finding common ground to derive lessons from the ancient tales. Grab yourself a bowl of popcorn as these two generations duke it out in a serious philosophical approach to Scripture with a humorous twist.

On the shore of the Sea of Galilee, in the first century Palestine, a spirit possessed a woman, Mary of Magdala—a generous and learned woman of business. Mary drew together a community of outcasts, rescued from lives of poverty and humiliation. Longing for children, she brought into her circle a Greek slave girl, Demetria, and adopted her as a daughter. Though she was a devout Jew, it was natural for Mary to show compassion to all those who were looked upon as "other"—gentile, prostitute, and leper.

The Book of Christ is a powerful fictional reimagining of Jesus’ 40 days in the wilderness—a spiritual journey from baptism to the throne room of heaven and back again. Infused with poetic rhythm, visionary encounters, and emotional depth, this cinematic audiobook invites listeners to explore what it truly means to live "In Christ." Written and narrated by Derek Aylward, this immersive experience blends imagination and inspiration to awaken the spirit, stir the soul, and ignite the heart.

Join characters from the Christmas story as they share how one encounter with Hope changed their lives. From Zechariah meeting the angel in the temple to Joseph struggling as he contemplates his role in raising the Son of God, these thirteen interwoven short stories will captivate and inspire listeners. Travel through the Biblical account with perspectives from a priest, shepherds, Wise Men, and even a soldier in this unique and powerful retelling of The Christmas Story.