Students of theology can find themselves strengthened and renewed while they study, but it can also be a time of trial. This reader shows how to navigate such trials as we study for and then engage in Christian ministry. It includes wisdom from voices past: Augustine; Martin Luther; C. H. Spurgeon; B. B. Warfield; Dietrich Bonhoeffer and C.S. Lewis. Several modern authors also show how to navigate various aspects of theological study successfully: D. A. Carson (Biblical Studies); Carl Trueman (Church History); Gerald Bray (Systematic Theology); Dennis Hollinger (Christian Ethics); and John Woodhouse (Seminary life). The book shows how we can move from being ‘lost among words’ as we study of theology, to being ‘lost for words’ in praise of God.

Fall '25
Required FLS textbook for Basic Principles of Theology/Doctrine of the Word course taught by Dr. Nathan Olson, Professor of New Testament and Systematic Theology.

Fall '24
Required FLS textbook for Basic Principles of Theology/Doctrine of the Word course taught by Dr. Nathan Olson, Professor of New Testament and Systematic Theology.

Fall '23
Required FLS textbook for Basic Principles of Theology/Doctrine of the Word course taught by Dr. Nathan Olson, Professor of New Testament and Systematic Theology.

Fall '22
Required FLS textbook for Principles of Pastoral Theology course taught by Dr. James Molstre, Dean of FLS.
Required FLS textbook for Basic Principles of Theology/Doctrine of the Word course taught by Dr. Nathan Olson, Professor of New Testament and Systematic Theology.

Spring '22
Required FLBC textbook for Systematic Theology IV course taught by Pr. Steven Mundfrom, Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History.

Fall '21
Required FLS textbook for Pastoral Theology course taught by Dr. James Molstre, Dean of FLS.
Required FLS textbook for Basic Principles of Theology/Doctrine of the Word course taught by Dr. Nathan Olson, Professor of New Testament and Systematic Theology.

Fall '20
Required FLS textbook for Principles of Pastoral Theology course taught by Dr. James Molstre, Dean of FLS.

Fall '19
Required FLS textbook for Pastoral Theology course, taught by Dr. James Molstre, Dean of FLS.

Required reading in Category A for AFLTS interns.

9" x 12" Illustrated Song

Christians worship the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. But are they the same God? Is the Trinity just one way (among others) of describing God? This book uses Scripture to show that the Trinity is God's own revelation of himself and that any other way of viewing God is false. God has revealed himself to us as the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—in order to bless us and save us.

The People's Bible Teachings series includes books on all of the main teachings of the Bible. Following the pattern set by The People's Bible series, these books are written especially for Christians looking to further their study of God's Word. The authors of the books in the People's Bible Teachings series are pastors and professors who have had years of experience teaching the Bible.

Daily devotional readings for the 40 days of Lent remind believers that Christ cleanses, restores, and renews broken hearts through faith in Him.

Join us for a Tropical Trek, where we will learn how Jesus came to seek and save the lost! (Luke 19:10). The Tropical Trek Starter Kit includes everything your team needs to plan this exciting week on Tropical Trek Island.

Tropical Trek VBS Lessons Include:

• Lesson One: God Saves Baby Moses (Exodus 1:8–14, 22; 2:1–10)
• Lesson Two: Ruth and Naomi (Book of Ruth)
• Lesson Three: Jesus and Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1–10)
• Lesson Four: Jesus Rises from the Dead (Luke 24:1–12)
• Lesson Five: Jesus Appears to Paul (Acts 9:1–9)

Classic writing by this 16th-century German Lutheran mystic who emphasized living Christianity and taught that God will not bring forth dead fruit. Originally printed in six volumes, this edition includes the first book and excerpts from books two through six.

Summer Institute of Theology 2021

Textbook for Ethics and the Followers of Christ course taught by Dr. Nathan Olson.

Required reading option in Category C for FLS interns.

“I desired to show that we bear the name of Christians, not only because we ought to believe in Christ, but also because the name implies that we live in Christ, and that He lives in us.” A treatise on sincere repentance, true faith, and the holy walk of the true Christian.

The question is not “Are you a worshiper?” but rather “What kind of a worshiper are you?” Rooted in the gospel of grace and filled with practical application, this book aims to connect Sunday morning to the rest of your life—helping you fulfill your calling to be a true worshiper every day.

Spring '25
Recommended FLS textbook for Worship and Ministerial Acts course taught by Dr. James Molstre, Dean of FLS, and Mr. Andrew Hanson, Director of Music.

Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but through Me." This study in the Book of John introduces us to Jesus the Son of God emphasizing that He is the truth, He is the only one who can set us free from our bondage to sin, and He is the one who brings eternal life to all who believe. Also available: The Life of Jesus (John 12-21).

Erik Pontoppidan’s Truth unto Godliness (in Danish, Sandhed til Gudfrygtighed) was used to teach children the basics of Christian faith in both Denmark and Norway for many generations, beginning with its first publication in 1737.

The book presents Christianity as a worldwide phenomenon rather than just a Western experience.

This popular textbook is organized around 14 key moments in church history, providing contemporary Christians with a fuller understanding of God as he has revealed his purpose through the centuries. The new edition includes a new preface, updates throughout the book, revised "further readings" for each chapter, new sidebar content, and study questions. It also more thoroughly highlights the importance of women in Christian history and the impact of world Christianity.

Spring '26
Required FLS textbook for Foundations of Christian History course taught by Pr. Andrew Kneeland.

Spring '25
Required FLS textbook for Foundations of Christian History course taught by Pr. Andrew Kneeland.

Spring '24
Required FLS textbook for General Church History course taught by Pr. Andrew Kneeland.

Fall '23
Required FLS textbook for General Church History course taught by Pr. Andrew Kneeland.

19" x 26" laminated chart. It includes four reproducible student worksheets on the back side. Many charts have coordinating pamphlets also.

Correlating foldout pamhplet also available.

Make students aware of the differences between Christianity and the cults. Jr. high. 4 lessons.

Available on backorder, please allow an extra 1-2 weeks for shipping.

The cosmopolitan city of Corinth was the site of one of the apostle Paul's greatest evangelistic successes. However, the church he founded was full of contention, ranging from questions about leadership to incest. Some Christians were taking fellow believers to court. There were issues concerning marriage, celibacy, food offered to idols, public worship, and spiritual gifts. In response, Paul offered some of his most profound thinking on the body of Christ, love, and Jesus' cross and resurrection. In this Tyndale commentary Thomas Schreiner explains the text of the letter, highlights its major theological themes, and points to its relevance for today.The Tyndale Commentaries are designed to help the reader of the Bible understand what the text says and what it means. The Introduction to each book gives a concise but thorough treatment of its authorship, date, original setting, and purpose. Following a structural Analysis, the Commentary takes the book section by section, drawing out its main themes, and also comments on individual verses and problems of interpretation. Additional Notes provide fuller discussion of particular difficulties. In the new New Testament volumes, the commentary on each section of the text is structured under three headings: Context, Comment, and Theology. The goal is to explain the true meaning of the Bible and make its message plain.

Spring '25

Recommended FLS textbook for Corinthian Epistles course taught by Dr. Jarrod Hylden, Professor of New Testament.

Challenges students to question society's popular ideas about the ultimate issues of life, including the purpose of everything, the relative value of human and animal life, a standard for decisions about right and wrong, and being acceptable to God. A helpful resource for youth ministers and teachers who work with high school and college students. Includes discussion questions with each chapter.

Christian students are daily inundated with false thinking about truth, God, themselves, and the claims of Christ. R. C. Sproul answers the deepest challenges confronting young people today, showing that there are only two worldviews and that Christ is the only way to God.

Often Christians have only thought of worship in terms of particular musical styles or liturgical formats. But a proper view of worship is far larger than what takes place in churches on Sunday mornings. Worship is not limited to specific times, places, or activities. All of us, Christian or not, are always worshiping, whether or not that worship is directed toward God. We are unceasing worshipers. Addresses misunderstandings about the use of music and offers correctives toward a more biblically consistent practice of artistic action.

Does your church make you uncomfortable?

It’s easy to dream about the “perfect” church―a church that sings just the right songs set to just the right music before the pastor preaches just the right sermon to a room filled with just the right mix of people who happen to agree with you on just about everything.

Chances are your church doesn’t quite look like that. But what if instead of searching for a church that makes us comfortable, we learned to love our church, even when it’s challenging? What if some of the discomforts that we often experience are actually good for us?

This book is a call to embrace the uncomfortable aspects of Christian community, whether that means believing difficult truths, pursuing difficult holiness, or loving difficult people―all for the sake of the gospel, God’s glory, and our joy.

Spring '24

Recommended FLS textbook for Discipleship and Servant Leadership course taught by Dr. Wade Mobley and Dr. James Molstre.

Spring '22

Required FLS textbook for Discipleship and Servant Leadership course taught by Dr. Wade Mobley and Dr. James Molstre.

Help young people understand and prepare to deal with issues relating to death, divorce, and other losses, assuring them of God’s love and grace that brings comfort and hope. Jr. high. 4 lessons.

Two thousand years later, Paul attracts more attention than any other figure from antiquity besides one," writes Stephen Westerholm. Why the fascination with the apostle Paul? Westerholm explains that Paul remains such a compelling figure because he was "a man completely captivated by a particular way of looking at life."

Using the themes of the Epistle to the Romans, Westerholm helps readers understand the major components of Paul's vision of life. He delves into the writings of the Old Testament, explores their influence on Paul, and engages contemporary readers in a thought-provoking reconsideration of their own assumptions about faith, theology, and ethics.

This insightful introduction gives postmodern readers, especially those with little or no biblical background, a necessary big-picture look at Paul's view of reality.

Spring ’26
Required FLBC textbook for Romans course, taught by Dr. Jarrod Hylden, Professor of New Testament.
Required FLS textbook for Romans & Galatians Course, taught by Dr. Jarrod Hylden, Professor of New Testament.

Why is the Bible trustworthy?

Does archaeology confirm what the Bible says?

How do I interpret the Bible?

The Bible is the most important book in the world. But questions like these puzzle believers and unbelievers alike. Editors and scholars Wayne Grudem, C. John Collins, and Thomas Schreiner recognize the challenge we all face and offer this volume to help us properly understand the Bible.

Covering a diverse range of essential subjects, including how to read the Bible well and why it is reliable, these eighteen essays delve into specific topics such as world religions, canon, and archaeology. Pastors, lay leaders, students, and other Christians engaged in studying God’s Word will benefit from this collection, written by notable contributors, including J. I. Packer, John Piper, Daniel B. Wallace, and Vern Poythress.

Useful as both a general overview of the Bible and as a tool for more specific reference and training, this book will help you grow in your understanding of Scripture and your ability to apply the Bible to life.

Fall '25
Recommended FLBC textbook for Introduction to Biblical Studies course taught by Pr. Adam Osier, Dean of FLBC.

Fall '24
Recommended FLBC textbook for Introduction to Biblical Studies course taught by Pr. Adam Osier, Dean of FLBC.

Fall '23
Recommended FLBC textbook for Introduction to Biblical Studies course taught by Pr. Adam Osier, Dean of FLBC.

Helps readers move beyond the wounds and baggage of bitterness, disagreements, and broken relationships.

"True or false: most Christian pastors and counselors agree on what forgiveness is and how it should take place." This question is part of Chris Brauns's Forgiveness Quiz that draws readers into his book and gets them thinking about the subject of forgiveness. The truth is, pastors and counselors disagree profoundly on this subject. Unpacking Forgiveness combines sound theological thinking and honesty about the complicated questions many face to provide readers with a solid understanding of biblical forgiveness.

Only God's Word can unpack forgiveness. The wounds are too deep for us to find healing on our own, and the questions are too complex to be unraveled by anything but the wisdom of God. This book goes beyond a feel-good doctrine of automatic forgiveness, balancing the beauty of God's grace and the necessity of forgiveness with the teaching that forgiveness must take place in a way that is consistent with justice.

Spring '25
Required FLBC textbook for Biblical Counseling course taught by Dr. James Molstre, Dean of FLS

Fall '22
Required FLS textbook for Pastoral Counseling course taught by Dr. James Molstre, Dean of FLS.

Fall '20
Required FLS textbook for Pastoral Counseling course taught by Dr. James Molstre, Dean of FLS.

Fall '18
Required FLS textbook for Pastoral Counseling course, taught by Dr. James Molstre, Dean of FLS.

Is there an area in your life that you want to change, but you don’t know how?

Is there a behavior that you’ve tried to stop, but you just can’t seem to do it?

Is there a negative thought pattern that you have attempted to move on from, but nothing you try ever works?

Is there a relationship that you want to repair, but despite all your best intentions, nothing seems to make things better?

In other words, do you want to change, but feel stuck?

Tim Lane takes you on a nine-step journey towards lasting change. This practical and biblical guidance recognizes that the path to lasting change can only be found by growing in grace as we look to Christ and are empowered by the Holy Spirit. So these steps are much more than self-help strategies: they are truths that are rooted in Scripture.

Whatever your struggle, this warm and encouraging book will empower you to break free from unwanted habits and behaviors that don’t seem to go away.

Use this book on your own, with a friend, or in a one-to-one mentoring relationship. Each step ends with a "work it through" exercise to really help you put what you're reading into practice so that you can make a change in your life that lasts.

Whatever your struggle, this warm and encouraging book will help you to get unstuck as you look to Christ in the day-to-day pressures of life.

Summer Institute of Theology 2020

Textbook for Soul Care I course taught by Pr. Jerry Nelson and Dr. Tim Lane

Lucy's life has a dramatic turn of events the night she overhears that her father is actually alive and wants to meet her. A secret trip to prison and an unexpected trip to Spain help Lucy become acquainted with her earthly father and her Heavenly Father. 5 chapters; student life-application activities.

A sympathetic yet uncompromising presentation of the entire scope of Islam--its practices, ethics, and beliefs, including the primary differences between Christianity and Islam. Also presents a practical way Christians can open productive dialogue with Muslims.

In ten minutes a day through 55 inspiring devotionals, embrace God’s love for you as you travel with Jesus on the road to Jerusalem from Ash Wednesday to Easter.

Lead students to a greater appreciation of the value of human life as God created it, including the elderly, disabled, and those not yet born. Jr. high. 4 lessons.

A helpful word study tool even for students with little or no background in Greek or Hebrew. Words are arranged in English and coded to Strong's, B-D-B Hebrew Lexicon, and B-A-G Lexicon.

Adapted from the story End of the Spear by Steve Saint. Children will hear how the love of God forever bonded Steve and his father's killers and how his modern family became a jungle family, living in harmony with the Waodani peoples of his boyhood. Three chapters; 15 illustrations. Full-color. Mission story.