"Footsteps of the Apostle Paul"
June 2-11, Greece
June 11-14, Rome (extension)
RESOURCES TO TRANSFORM YOUR "WALK WITH PAUL"!
A distinctive feature of MANNA! Tours is our commitment to educational travel. We believe in experiencing these sites by exploring them fully through the act of learning. That’s why every tour is led by a primary knowledgeable guide who helps guests understand, interpret, apply, analyze, and explain what they encounter.
In addition, on-site local guides contribute to the site's nuanced history and culture, while "Resources 'n Reading" provides a toolbox for returning home better prepared to teach, preach, lead, lecture, collaborate, and create in this subject area.
Every resource is evaluated based on your current level of understanding of the Bible, history, or topic:
A = ALL AUDIENCES (for ages 7 and up). This resource is helpful regardless of one's level of mastery or expertise in the subject matter.
B = BASIC BEGINNERS (for those new to the Bible, church history, or this topic). Focus: Knowledge Retention, Understanding, Basic Applications.
C = COMPETENT COMMUNICATORS (for those who are new to teaching, preaching, or leadership, who possess a basic knowledge and understanding of the Bible, church history, or this topic). Focus: Interpretation, Application, Basic Analysis
D = DISCERNING DISCIPLES (for advanced learners prepared for deeper study in the Bible, church history, or this topic, and ready to create sermons, lectures, presentations, and lesson plans. Focus: Exegetical Interpretation, Historical and Cultural Analysis, Curriculum Development, Sermon Preparation
E = EXPERT ENVOYS (for advanced learners preparing to disciple others to lead, preach, teach, evangelize, and counsel). Focus: Advanced Biblical Interpretation, Historical and Cultural Evaluation, Presentation Delivery and Design
THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF PAUL
RATED: A
Rose Publishing (2006)
NOTE: This resource will be included in your tour guest packet (upon arrival in Greece) at no charge, as a gift from MANNA! Tours.
The Life of the Apostle Paul pamphlet consists of hundreds of fascinating facts revealed through:
- Concise descriptions
- Colorful maps of his journeys,
- A time line of recorded life events
- Paul’s letters and their messages
- And much more.
Beginning with his birth in the year AD 5 (approximately) and continuing through his death in AD 64 or 68, this bestselling pamphlet is an excellent study on its own or a helpful supplement to any study of Paul’s epistles. The pamphlet is attractive with a glossy finish.
Size: 8.5”x 5.5” unfolds to 33” long. Fits inside most Bible covers.
Oxford University Press (2003)
RATED: A
Nearly two-thirds of the New Testament--including all of the letters of Paul, most of the book of Acts, and the book of Revelation--is set outside of Israel, in either Turkey or Greece. In A Guide to Biblical Sites in Greece and Turkey, two well-known, well-traveled biblical scholars reveal countless new insights into the biblical text while reliably guiding the traveler through every significant location mentioned in the Bible.
The book completely traces the journeys of the Apostle Paul across Turkey (ancient Asia Minor), Greece, Cyprus, and all the islands of the Mediterranean. A description of the location and history of each site is given, followed by an intriguing discussion of its biblical significance. Clearly written and in non-technical language, the work links the latest in biblical research with recent archaeological findings.
Easy to use and abundantly illustrated, this unique guide will help visitors to Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus to appreciate the rich history, significance, and great wonder of the ancient world of the Bible.
Oxford University Press (2003)
RATED: B,C
The life and ministry of the apostle Paul was a sprawling adventure covering thousands of miles on Roman roads and treacherous seas as he boldly proclaimed the gospel of Jesus to anyone who would listen, be they commoners or kings. His impact on the church and indeed on Western civilization is immeasurable.
From his birth in Tarsus to his rabbinic training in Jerusalem to his final imprisonment in Rome, An Illustrated Guide to the Apostle Paul brings his remarkable story to life. Drawing from the book of Acts, Paul's many letters, and historical and archaeological sources, this fully illustrated resource explores the social, cultural, political, and religious background of the first-century Roman world in which Paul lived and ministered. It sheds light on the places he visited and the people he met along the way. Most importantly, it helps us understand how and why Paul was used by God in such extraordinary ways.
Pastors, students, and anyone engaged in Bible study will find this an indispensable and inspiring resource.
Eerdmans (2000)
RATED: D,E
Written by one of the best known and most respected evangelical biblical scholars of all time, "Paul" explores the primary themes in Paul's thought as they developed in the historical context of his life and travels.
Christianity Today Review: "From one of the best-known evangelical biblical scholars comes yet another excellent volume for our learning. . . This is a book that will be read with profit by all who have an interest in the primitive church—from the armchair student of the Bible to the most advanced biblical scholar. This will certainly remain a standard text for years to come."
Restoration Review: "You are not likely to find anything better on the life and letters of the great apostle. Extravagantly informative. A veritable gold mine of information on Paul, the New Testament, and the early church."
The Christian Century Review: "F. F. Bruce offers in this illustrated book an exposition of all the primary themes in Paul's thought as these developed in the historical context of his life and travels. A remarkably even and coherent work, Bruce's portrait of Paul is convincing from every vantage point—historical, theological, psychological, personal. . . A balanced and attractive book."
Eerdmans (2000)
RATED: E
The apostle Paul was a vital force in the development of Christianity. Paul's historical and religious context affects the theological interpretation of Paul's writings, no small issue in the whole of Christian theology.
Recent years have seen much controversy about the apostle Paul, his religious and social context, and its effects on his theology. In the helpful Counterpoints format, four leading scholars present their views on the best framework for describing Paul's theological perspective, including his view of salvation, the significance of Christ, and his vision for the churches.
Contributors and views include:
Reformed View: Thomas R. Schreiner
Catholic View: Luke Timothy Johnson
Post-New Perspective View: Douglas Campbell
Jewish View: Mark D. Nanos
Like other titles in the Counterpoints: Bible and Theology collection, Four Views on the Apostle Paul gives theology students the tools they need to draw informed conclusions on debated issues.
BIBLICAL INTERPRETATION
P&R Publishing (2002)
RATED: B,C
After laying the necessary foundation, Let the Reader Understand provides examples of how, and how not, to interpret Scripture.
It suggests ways to understand the Bible’s various literary genres: theological history, law, poetry, prophecy, parables, epistles, and apocalyptic. And it demonstrates how to apply Scripture to worship, witness, and guidance.
It also discusses trends and movements influencing biblical interpretation during the last ten years.
Multnomah (2003)
RATED: B,C
40 Questions about Interpreting the Bible, now in a revised second edition, probes the most pressing problems encountered by churchgoers and beginning Bible students when they try to read and understand the Bible.
Using feedback received from pastors, professors, and Bible teachers, New Testament professor Robert L. Plummer includes updated information about Bible translations, biblical interpretation, and Bible study technology and streamlines previous portions to make room for a handful of new issues.
This second edition, updated regarding Bible translations, biblical interpretation trends, and Bible-related technology, will continue to serve professors, pastors, and Bible study leaders as a go-to guide or textbook. New Testament scholar Robert L. Plummer covers historical, interpretive, practical, and theological matters such as:
- Were the ancient manuscripts of the Bible transmitted accurately?
- Why can't people agree on what the Bible means?
- How do we interpret the Psalms?
- How can I use the Bible in daily devotions?
- Does the Bible teach that God wants Christians to be healthy and wealthy?
40 Questions about Interpreting the Bible provides crucial assistance for students ready to engage with biblical scholarship and for teachers eager to lead Bible studies with confidence.
Zondervan (1998)
RATED: D
Grasping God's Word has proven itself in classrooms across the country as an invaluable help to students who want to learn how to read, interpret, and apply the Bible for themselves. This book will equip you with a five-step Interpretive Journey that will help you make sense of any passage in the Bible. It will also guide you through all the different genres found in the Bible to help you learn the specifics of how to best approach each one.
Filling the gap between approaches that are too simple and others that are too technical, this book starts by equipping readers with general principles of interpretation, then moves on to apply those principles to specific genres and contexts.
This fourth edition includes revised chapters on word studies and Bible translations, updated illustrations, cultural references, bibliography, and assignments. This book is the ideal resource for anyone looking for a step-by-step guide that will teach them how to accurately and faithfully interpret the Bible.
PRACTICAL MINIStRIES
Zondervan (1998)
RATED: A
Accurate, understandable New International Version text (also available in other translations, including Catholic).
This Bible is a teacher's best friend. The hardest part of teaching is asking great questions and sparking insightful discussions. This unique Bible makes leading a conversation "easy peasy."
Thousands of penetrating study questions, plus sixty course plans for ten different kinds of groups: men's; women's; singles; marriage; parenting; youth; marketplace, spirituality; special needs; and recovery.
Multnomah Publishers (2005)
RATED: C,D
You teach to make a difference. Now, revitalize your classroom by learning and mastering these seven time-tested principles being taught around the world!
Written for teachers, including Sunday school teachers, parents, and professionals, this book outlines scriptural principles and techniques that will revolutionize your ability to teach to change lives. From the “law of the learner” to the “law of equipping,” each chapter presents hands-on, practical tools for you to employ in your own classroom.
Thousands of teachers have already used these principles to spur their students to new horizons of success.
“For some time I have said to myself, ‘Much of what I am doing in the classroom is a waste of time. I can’t continue this career unless I can make a more significant contribution in the lives of my students.’ The Seven Laws of the Learner was the answer to my need.”
--Graduate Professor
Multnomah (2003)
RATED: C,D
One of the most effective and influential Christian teachers of this century reveals how all teachers -- from parents to Sunday school leaders, from pastors to professors -- can make the most of their priceless opportunity to inspire, to instruct, and to permanently impact lives for the kingdom of God.
Based on seven proven, easy-to-grasp laws any teacher can apply, Howard Hendricks's classic teaching manual is a must-read for anyone who wants to teach with power and passion, excitement and excellence.