Baxter's Explore the Book [Hardcover]

J. Sidlow Baxter (Author)

Book Description

Release date: December 28, 1986

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.

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From the Back Cover

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.

About the Author

Dr. J. Sidlow Baxter was born in Sidney, Australia. He was brought to England at an early age and was trained for the ministry at Spurgeon's College, where the foundations were laid for a life of fruitful ministry. Dr. Baxter was not only a preacher of outstanding ability; first and foremost he was a Bible teacher. He was in great demand as a speaker at conferences and conventions. Among Dr. Baxter's best-known books are Awake My Heart, Divine Healing of the Body, The Strategic Grasp of the Bible, and Rethinking Our Priorities.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1760 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan (December 28, 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0310206200
• ISBN-13: 978-0310206200
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 2.2 x 9.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #180,665 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Power Pack! October 24, 2002

By S. Crudup

Format:Hardcover

Explore the Book by J. Sidlow Baxter is an absolute phenomenon. This book is to be compared with C-4. It is powerful and explosive!! Baxter does a superior job in analyzing the Holy Scriptures and presenting the facts so that the average lay person may fully grasp pertinent spiritual knowledge. I particularly appreciate how Baxter provides the historical account of the Bible. It helps the reader to understand the original scene and setting, which further assists in our relating the Bible to our modern culture. We do not possess the Bible but we possess a translation of the Bible and Baxter delivers a solid and accurate supplement to our social and cultural understanding. Explore the Book is a must read for everyone that is involved in some kind of ministry. From historical analysis to "type teaching", Baxter's writing clearly packs an awesome punch! I highly recommend that every library of Christian literature save an open slot for Explore the Book. Kudos!

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Probably the finest single volume available November 13, 2002

By Mark Jones VINE™ VOICE

Format:Hardcover

If I had to give up everything but my Bible, this work would be on my top three "to keep" list. It is a wealth of information. Seldom do I preach, teach or approach any Biblical sermon or topic without consulting Baxter.

Baxter takes each book of the Bible and analyzes it like a masterful painting. His interpretative method of dissection holds the Scriptures in their high place, and wonderfully unveils the very plan and purposes of God woven throughout them. It is a magnum opus of Biblical exposition.

From lay Sunday School teacher to seminarian, _Explore The Book_ provides great utility. It is among the most practical and useful tools on my bookshelf.

It is actually a three volume set in one, and is a bargain when you consider the price against its utility.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars To really understand the Bible November 24, 2001

By Lois Decker

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I have been studying this book along with Bible reading for years, beginning with a personal acquaintance with J. Sidlow Baxter and hearing him preach numerous times. I feel this book is so important that I have bought it for each of my grown children.

"Explore the Book" is an extremely insightful and indepth study of all the books of the Bible. There is no doubt as to Dr. Baxter's scholarship and credentials, and anyone truly wanting to understand the Old and New Testament will find this book brings intellectual, historical, and archeological facts to bear out, and help understand, the truth of the inspired Word of God, as well as showing the overall plan of God in the lives of humankind. You will gain a comprehensive view of the entire scripture, and be able to "give a reason for the hope that is within you."