The Bible Reader's Companion: Your Guide to Every Chapter of the Bible (Home Bible Study Library) [Hardcover]

Lawrence O. Richards (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1991

"Larry Richards has the gift of mining the Scriptures, finding the richest treasures, and minting them for us to use. Beginning Bible students as well as veterans cannot help but be enriched as they use this book. You can trust what Larry Richards writes about the Word, and you can put it into practical use."
--Warren W. Wiersbe, Author/Conference speaker

"Larry Richards has again demonstrated his ability to make profound truth understandable so it can lead to formation in the lives of its readers.

Without watering down the message of the Scripture, he has provided a tool that enables one to experience the truth of the Word of God, being alive and active in a penetrating way. In the summaries, outlines, and key emphases he has provided 'map and compass' which help the reader grasp content quickly and broadly."
--Julie Gorman, Assistant Professor and Chair of Christian Formation and Discipleship, Fuller Theological Seminary

"Once again I'm grateful to Larry Richards for another very valuable tool which will help people not only get a better grasp on the Bible, but will also challenge and help them live according to its precepts.

If you were to read through the Bible in a year with The Bible Reader's Companion at your side, you'd have a whole new and exciting grasp of the Word of God--and you'd have truth to live by each day. I cannot wait to begin . . . reading through the Bible with this book."
--Kay Arthur, Vice President, Precept Ministries

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About the Author

Lawrence O. Richards hold a B.A. in philosophy from the University of Michigan, a Th.M. in Christian education from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. in religious education and social psychology from Garrett Biblical Seminary and Northwestern University jointly.

Dr. Larry Richards has taught in the Wheaton College Graduate School, served as a church minister of Christian education, and taught courses at carious schools in the United States and overseas. He has developed Sunday school programs, conducted seminars and workshops, and Internet curriculums for Sunday school and home school.

He has written over 200 books, including Christian education texts, theological works, Bible dictionaries, handbooks, encyclopedias, and commentaries; he has also written a number of devotional and enrichments books, as well as several specialty and study bibles.

He and his wife, Sue, life in Hudson, Florida.

Current Title: Bible Reader's Companion
Bible Teacher's Companion
Devotional Commentary
New Testament Life and Times

Brand: Honor Victor

--This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 936 pages
• Publisher: Chariot Victor Pub (July 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0896930394
• ISBN-13: 978-0896930391
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 5.8 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #913,023 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Lawrence O. Richards is currently a full time author and speaker. He has written over 200 Christian books, including commentaries on every book of the Bible and Zondervan best-selling Adventure Bible and Teen Study Bible, which he did with his wife, Sue.

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A valuable tool for bible students of any level., February 16, 2002

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This review is from: The Bible Reader's Companion: Your Guide to Every Chapter of the Bible (Home Bible Study Library) (Hardcover)

This is a valuabale study tool. It includes outlines of every book, a synopsis of every chapter along with notes to references that need clarification. There are also lots of illustrations, maps and other helps for anyone on any level who is reading God's word. It is easy to understand, but goes deep enough for the serious student.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An invaluable resource...., November 22, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Bible Reader's Companion (Home Bible Study Library) (Hardcover)

I have owned this book since 1991 when I first became a Christian and have returned to it over and over again when I need more information or an explanation for Scripture. The book is well laid out, with commentary and application. It is written in a down to earth way, making it easy for anyone to understand. This is one book I would NOT be without! I love it!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Friendly tutor, November 29, 2008

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This review is from: Bible Reader's Companion (Home Bible Study Library) (Hardcover)

An excellent Bible companion! Each page is packed with information. It's "just the facts" presented in a simple, elegant, and extremely accessible format. The writer's warmth comes through. His style is direct yet friendly. It's like having your favorite teacher give you private Bible lessons. You get key persons, events, and outlines for each book. Then there are chapter summaries with key verses, personal applications, and Dr. Richards' insights. The explanations are most helpful and add depth and enjoyment to my Bible study.