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Reformation & Revival Volume 13 now on-line

2009-12-09T00:01:00.006Z

Four more complete issues now available on-line in PDF. Click here to visit the full listing.

Reformation & Revival Volume 12 now on-line

2009-12-07T00:01:00.001Z

Four more complete issues now available on-line in PDF. Click here to visit the full listing.

Reformation & Revival Volume 11 now on-line

2009-12-03T00:01:00.005Z

Four more complete issues now available on-line in PDF. Click here to visit the full listing.

Charles H. Dyer on the Purpose for the Gospel of Mark

2009-12-01T00:02:00.001Z

The following article is now available in PDF:

Charles H. Dyer, "The Purpose for the Gospel of Mark," Stanley D. Toussaint & Charles H. Dyer, eds., Essays in Honor of J. Dwight Pentecost. Chicago: Moody Press, 1986. Hbk. 0802423817. pp.49-62.

My thanks to Moody Publishers for their kind permission to place this article on-line.

Reformation & Revival Volume 10 now on-line

2009-11-30T00:01:00.002Z

Four more complete issues now available on-line in PDF. Click here to visit the full listing.

Reformation & Revival Volume 9 now on-line

2009-11-18T00:01:00.001Z

The following articles are now on-line in PDF:

Volume 9 No 1 - Theme: The Christian Pulpit


	John H. Armstrong, "Editor's Introduction Needed: A Reformation Of True Preaching," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 7-12.
	Phil A. Newton, "Biblical Preaching," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 13-33.
	Scott M. Gibson, "Biblical Preaching In An Anti-Authority Age," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 35-44.
	Tom Wells, "Preaching The Kingdom Of God," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 45-56.
	Victor Gordon, "The Calling Of The Preacher," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 57-67.
	Brandon G. Withrow, "An Empty Threat: Jonathan Edwards On Y2K And The Power Of Preaching," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 69-92.
	Cecil Siriwardene, "Dr. D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones: His Views Of Preaching," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 93-117.
	Gerald M. Bilkes, "The Preaching Of Samuel Davies," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 119-135.
	Michael A.G. Haykin, "Hearing The Word: Robert Hall's Reflections On How Best To Profit Spiritually From Preaching," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 137-146.
	John H. Armstrong, "Annotated Bibliography," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 147-161.
	Anonymous, "Book Reviews," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 163-208.
	John H. Armstrong, "Book Notices," Reformation & Revival 9.1 (Winter 2000): 209-217.

	Volume 9 No 2 - Theme: Restoring True Worship - Part One
	John H. Armstrong, "Editor's Introduction Recovering Worship: Regaining Our Focus," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 7-12.
	John D. Witoliet, "Discerning The Spirits: Making Wise Choices In An Era Of Liturgical Change," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 15-28.
	Ron Man, "Jesus Our Worship Leader: The Mediating Work Of The Son In Worship," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 31-43.
	Gregg Strawbridge, "How Sweet And Awful Is The Place: Zion And Congregational Worship," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 45-61.
	Marva J. Dawn, "Worship And Community," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 65-76.
	Ron Man, "Worship And The Glory Of God," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 79-99.
	Ronald B. Allen, "Worship In The Psalms Exodus 15 And The Praise Of God Part One," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 103-113.
	Tom Wells, "The Epistle To The Hebrews And Worship," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 115-129.
	Ron Man, "Annotated Bibliography," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 133-139.
	John H. Armstrong, "A Review Article Retrieving The Tradition And Renewing Evangelicalism: A Primer For Suspicious Protestants,"Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 143-153.
	Anonymous, "Book Reviews," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 155-168.
	John H. Armstrong, "Book Notices," Reformation & Revival 9.2 (Spring 2000): 171-180.

	Volume 9 No 3 - Theme: Restoring True Worship - Part Two
	John H. Armstrong, "Editor's Introduction," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 7-9.
	Ron Man, "What The Church Needs Now: Worship Perspectives For The New Millennium," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 11-22.
	Eric E. Wright, "Seeking Balance In Worship," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 25-52.
	T.M. Moore, "Lament For A Lost Liturgy," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 55-57.
	John Mason Hodges, "Aesthetics And The Place Of Beauty In Worship," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 59-74.
	Tim Ralston, "'Remember And Worship': The Mandate And The Means," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 77-89.
	Tom Wells, "The Book Of Revelation And The Subject Of Worship," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 93-106.
	Ronald B. Allen, "Worship In The Psalms Exodus 15 And The Praise of God Part Two," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 109-118.
	Robert E. Webber, "Is Our Worship Adequately Triune?" Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 121-129.
	Ron Man, "Worship And The Word," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 133-147.
	Dave Osterlund, "Annotated Bibliography," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 149-170.
	Richard J. Vincent, "A Review Article Lessons From An Apostate," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 171-186.
	Anonymous, "Book Reviews," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 187-210.
	John H. Armstrong, "Book Notices," Reformation & Revival 9.3 (Summer 2000): 211-221.

	Volume 9 No 4 - Theme: The Word of God
	John H. Armstrong, "Editor's Introduction," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 7-11.
	Tom Wells, "'What Do We Mean By "The Word Of God?'," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 13-22.
	Fred G. Zaspel, "A Brief History Of Divine Revelation," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 25-35.
	P. Andrew Sandlin, "Two Paradigms For Adherents Of Sola Scriptura," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 37-46.
	Robert Kolb, "Reality Rests On The Word Of The Lord: Martin Luther's Understanding Of God's Word," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 47-63.
	David G. Moore, "Raising Some Concerns Over The "Inductive Method" Of Bible Study," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 65-73.
	Michael A.G. Haykin, "A Spirituality Of The Word: The Scriptures In Early Baptist Life And Thought," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 75-89.
	Michael J. Glodo, "Sola Ecclesia: The Lost Reformation Doctrine," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 91-97.
	Zachary Eswine, "The Secret Of Preaching: Wise Counsel From 'Old Princeton'," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 99-141.
	John H. Armstrong, "Annotated Bibliography," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 143-160.
	Bassam M. Madany, "A Review Article The World In The Post-1990s," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 161-175.
	Anonymous, "Book Reviews," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 177-213.
	John H. Armstrong, "Book Notices," Reformation & Revival 9.4 (Fall 2000): 215-224.

Leading Christian Charity IBS-STL UK Announces Plans To Sell Operations Due To Financial Challenges

2009-11-16T18:19:00.000Z

Leading Christian book and Bible charity IBS-STL UK today announced that it has appointed Baker Tilly Corporate Finance LLP to pursue the sale of its operations.

The move has come after a succession of financial problems, in particular the failed implementation of a new SAP computer system in October 2008, the effects of which were exacerbated by the economic downturn. These have caused significant cash flow pressures, excess stock, and supply chain and service difficulties in its distribution and retail units. They have culminated in the decision to exit the business.

IBS-STL UK convened an emergency task force led by Global President of Biblica and former CEO of STL, Keith Danby, which has been in constant dialogue with its suppliers and bankers. It had also engaged restructuring and business process consultants in an attempt to resolve the systems and financial challenges.

Danby said: “Given the severe financial and operational strains we have experienced, the Board of Trustees and management team believe a sale or exit from all or parts of certain operations is a prudent and necessary step. Whilst a difficult decision, we are focused on finding a solution to continue the important work of IBS-STL UK, to secure the jobs of the 490 people employed in our ministry, and to fulfill our financial obligations to our suppliers and creditors. We are working diligently and praying vigilantly for a successful outcome.”

The corporate finance division of Baker Tilly is actively marketing the operations of the charity to a number of interested parties and is hopeful it will complete negotiations for the sales or potential closures within the next few weeks. IBS-STL UK was founded in 1962 and has grown to become a major UK charity.

IBS-STL UK has three trading divisions; Authentic Media, a book and music publisher; STL Distribution, a distributor of Christian resources and Wesley Owen Books and Music, a retailer with 40 shops in the UK. IBS-STL UK is part of Biblica, a global Bible translation, publishing, distribution and outreach ministry serving more than 100 countries with books, Bibles and other Christian resources. Biblica said the planned sale of the UK operations will not impact its other global operations and donor funds supporting Biblica’s worldwide outreach ministries will not be affected.

Michael Fitch, Chairman of the IBS-STL UK Board of Trustees, concluded: “We continue to believe strongly in the power of God’s Word and Christian resources to change peoples’ lives. We are praying that we can pass the torch on to other likeminded organisations so that our UK staff, suppliers and ministry partners can carry our work forward.”

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Comment: This is a sad day for Christian bookselling in the UK. The news was not altogether unexpected, as in addition to the reasons cited about STL was badly effected by the recent collapse of the SPCK bookshop chain. Please remember the staff in your prayers as they now face an uncertain future and what could be a miserable Christmas.

Winner of November Giveaway item

2009-11-16T00:15:00.007Z

The winner of the November Giveaway - Ralph P. Martin's An Early Christian Confession - is Keith Williams.

Congratulations Keith!

As the 2nd October Giveaway item was not claimed by the winner, so I have drawn another at random. The new winner is Adam Reece. A copy of F.F. Bruce's Tyndale Monograph on The Teacher of Righteousness in the Qumran Texts will be in the post to him shortly.

Reformation & Revival Volume 8 now on-line

2009-11-16T00:01:00.001Z

The following articles are now available on-line in PDF:

Volume 8 No 1 - Theme: Luther - Part Two

Reformation & Revival Volume 7 now on-line

2009-11-12T00:01:00.000Z

Biblemesh Project seeks Beta-Testers

2009-11-10T10:58:00.004Z

I have been asked by one of the team working on Biblemesh to assist them in finding 2,000 - 3,000 beta-testers for the project. Here is a copy of invitation e-mail they are sending out:

I am happy to report that at long last the Biblemesh project is nearing completion of its first course--The Biblical Story--which we hope that we will launch publicly soon. Biblemesh uses a combination of professionally-produced videos, with which you are familiar with, a proprietary e-learning technology, scholarly content and social networking tools to teach an overview of the Bible as a single narrative. We hope it will be a helpful Bible introduction for the new Christian, ideal refresher course for the entire congregation, and even an evangelistic tool for those who've never read the Bible.

We are now soliciting assistance as we begin the website’s, developmental-testing, namely the Beta phase. For this closed Beta test, we would like to invite Christians of all sorts to go through the Biblical Story course and provide us with important feedback, so that we might refine the website prior to public launch. This Beta test period will last about a month and will require around 1-2 hours per week for each user in order to complete the survey which each participant will be asked to complete, at the end of this period, about their experience, thus helping us to make needed adjustments prior to our projected December launch.

We anticipate that BibleMesh.com will proceed on a subscription basis, with new courses being released periodically. In appreciation of the time provided by the Beta testers who complete the review and survey, we offer them a 2-year account with free access to the website.We will be very grateful for your critical assistance in this endeavor.

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For more information visit Register at the Biblemesh website: http://alpha.biblemesh.com/

I will be interested to see how the site develops and if they succeed using a subscription model for funding the work. I am not sure how this will work if the site is to be used as an evangelistic tool, but wish them every success.

Reformation & Revival Volume 6 now on-line

2009-11-09T00:01:00.001Z

Reformation & Revival Volume 5 now online

2009-11-04T00:01:00.000Z

October's Top Ten Article Downloads on BiblicalStudies.org.uk

2009-11-02T00:01:00.003Z

There were just over 50,000 visitors to BiblicalStudies.org.uk from around 190 countries in October, which is very encouraging. Here are the 10 Top Downloads on BiblicalStudies.org.uk for last month:

1) George Huttar, "The Use of Language and Biblical Interpretation," Bulletin of the Evangelical Theological Society 5.4 (Fall 1962): 116-120. = 4.302 hits.

2) Figures of Speech by Rob Bradshaw = 3.616 hits.

3) Curt Daniel, "Prayer and the Sovereignty of God," Reformation & Revival 1:3 (Summer 1992): 89-102. = 2, 438 hits.

4) Chrys C. Caraounis, "The Biblical Attitude to Homosexuality Against its Ancient Background," Vox Evangelica 27 (1997): 27-44. = 2.354 hits.

5) The Purposes Behind Paul’s First Epistle to the Thessalonians by Rob Bradshaw = 1,846 hits.
6) F. F. Bruce, “The History of New Testament Study,” I. Howard Marshall, ed., New Testament Interpretation: Essays on Principles and Methods, 1977. Carlisle: The Paternoster Press, revised 1979. Pbk. ISBN: 0853644241. pp.21-59. = 1782 hits.

7) J. Daniel Hays, "Applying the Old Testament Law Today," Bibliotheca Sacra 158: 629 (2001): 21-35. = 1,293 hits.

8) Leslie C. Allen, “The Old Testament in Romans I-VIII,” Vox Evangelica 3 (1964): 6-41. = 1.276 hits.

9) Douglas Stuart, "The Old Testament Prophets' Self Understanding of Their Prophecy," Themelios 6.1 (September 1980): 9-14. = 1,171 hits.

10) Elijah by Rob Bradshaw = 1,118 hits.

November Giveaway - Ralph P. Martin's "An Early Christian Confession"

2009-11-02T00:00:00.002Z

I am offering a copy of Ralph P. Martin's Tyndale Monograph on Philippians 2:5-11, which is online here:

Ralph P. Martin, An Early Christian Confession. Philippians II. 5-11 in Recent Interpretation. London: The Tyndale Press, 1960. pp.69.

For a chance to win a copy of this rare little booklet just leave a comment below, including your name and e-mail address (remember to substitute "at" for "@" to avoid spam). Once entry per person please - multiple entries will be ignored. I will draw a winner at random on the evening of 15th November.

Reformation & Revival Volume 4 now on-line

2009-10-28T00:01:00.002Z

Winner of Second October Giveaway

2009-10-26T00:02:00.000Z

The winner of the second October giveaway is Jonathan McCormick. Well done Jonathan!

Reformation & Revival Volume 3 now online

2009-10-26T00:01:00.001Z

Reformation and Revival Journal Vol. 2 Nos 2-4 now on-line

2009-10-22T00:01:00.001Z

The following articles are now available on-line in PDF:

Vol. 2. No 2 - Theme: The Person of Christ

John H. Armstrong, "Editor's Introduction," Reformation & Revival 2:2 (Spring 1993): 9-14.

James M. Boice, "Alpha and Omega," Reformation & Revival 2:2 (Spring 1993): 15-28.

S. Lewis Johnson, Jr., "God's Last Word to Men," Reformation & Revival 2:2 (Spring 1993): 29-44.

Tom Wells, "Made Like His Brothers," Reformation & Revival 2:2 (Spring 1993): 45-54.

John Blanchard, "The Humanity of Christ," Reformation & Revival 2:2 (Spring 1993): 55-66.

Donald Garlington, "Christ in the Wilderness," Reformation & Revival 2:2 (Spring 1993): 67-84.

John H. Armstrong, "The Unique Christ and the Modern Challenge," Reformation & Revival 2:2 (Spring 1993): 85-100.

Richard C. Leonard, "Worship of Christ and the Biblical Covenant," Reformation & Revival 2:2 (Spring 1993): 101-120.

Anonymous, "An Annotated Bibliography," Reformation & Revival 2:2 (Spring 1993): 121-124.

Anonymous, "Book Reviews," Reformation & Revival 2:2 (Spring 1993): 125-144.

Vol. 2 No 3 - Theme: Evangelism

John H. Armstrong, "Editor's Introduction," Reformation & Revival 2:3 (Summer 1993): 9-12.

John Blanchard, "Evangelistic Preaching for Today," Reformation & Revival 2:3 (Summer 1993): 13-28.

James M. Boice, "Witnessing: The Progress of Revival," Reformation & Revival 2:3 (Summer 1993): 29-44.

James I. Packer, "Reformation of the Church," Reformation & Revival 2:3 (Summer 1993): 45-57.

Jim Elliff, "Global Evangelization and God's Sovereignty," Reformation & Revival 2:3 (Summer 1993): 58-73.

Jim Ehrhard, "The Dangers of the Invitation System," Reformation & Revival 2:3 (Summer 1993): 75-94.

Norman P. Anderson, "The Church Growth Movement and the Megachurch Model," Reformation & Revival 2:3 (Summer 1993): 95-112.

John H. Armstrong, "An Annotated Bibliography," Reformation & Revival 2:3 (Summer 1993): 113-116.

Anonymous, "Book Reviews," Reformation & Revival 2:3 (Summer 1993): 117-144.

Vol. 2 No. 4 - Theme: REVIVAL: Problems & Blessings

John H. Armstrong, "Editor's Introduction," Reformation & Revival 2:4 (Fall 1993): 9-12.

Eifion Evans, "The Welsh Revival of 1904: Problems and Blessings," Reformation & Revival 2:4 (Fall 1993): 13-28.

Erroll Hulse, "Global Revival: Should We Be Involved," Reformation & Revival 2:4 (Fall 1993): 29-56.

Eric J. Alexander, "Pleas for Revival," Reformation & Revival 2:4 (Fall 1993): 57-68.

Richard Owen Roberts, "Spiritual Drunkeness," Reformation & Revival 2:4 (Fall 1993): 69-92.

Kurt R. Linde, "The Dangers of an Unconverted Ministry," Reformation & Revival 2:4 (Fall 1993): 93-98.

John F. Thornbury, "God's Universal Call to Men," Reformation & Revival 2:4 (Fall 1993): 99-114.

John H. Armstrong , "An Annotated Bibliography," Reformation & Revival 2:4 (Fall 1993): 115-118.

Anonymous, "Book Reviews," Reformation & Revival 2:4 (Fall 1993): 119-144.

I currently have no access to issue 2.1 - if anyone can help, please contact me.

Robin Routledge on "An Evil Spirit from the Lord" (1 Samuel 16:14)

2009-10-21T00:01:00.001Z

The following article is now on-line in PDF:

Robin Routledge, "'An Evil Spirit from the Lord'-Demonic Influence or Divine Instrument? ," The Evangelical Quarterly 70.1 (Jan.-Mar. 1998): 3-22. [1 Sam. 16:14]

My thanks to Dr Routledge for his kind permission to reproduce this article.

Volume 1 of Reformation and Revival Journal now on-line

2009-10-20T08:00:00.003Z

David F. Payne on the Place of Daniel in Old Testament Eschatology

2009-10-19T00:02:00.000Z

The following article is now on-line in PDF:

David F. Payne, "The Place of Daniel in Old Testament Eschatology," Themelios 4.1 (1967): 33-40.

All reasonable efforts have been made to contact the copyright holder without success. If you hold the rights to this article please contact me.

Second October Giveaway - F F Bruce on The Teacher of Righteousness in the Qumran Texts

2009-10-19T00:01:00.002Z

I visited Book Aid last Friday and found another copy of F.F. Bruce's Tyndale Monograph on The Teacher of Righteousness in the Qumran Texts. Although I placed this on-line some years ago I am sure that many of my readers would be interested in having their own copy of this rare booklet.

To enter the giveaway just leave you name and e-mail address in a comment (remember to substitute "at" for "@" to avoid spammers). I will draw a winner at random on 25th October and announce the winner on the 26th.

David F. Wright on Rewards in the Teaching of Jesus

2009-10-17T14:41:00.002Z

The following article is now on-line in PDF:

David F. Wright, "Rewards in the Teaching of Jesus," Themelios 4.1 (1967): 24-32.

My thanks to Mrs Anne-Marie Wright for her kind permission to place this article on-line.

Edward J. Young on the Authorship of Isaiah

2009-10-15T20:20:00.002Z

The following article is now available on-line in PDF:

Edward J. Young, "The Authorship of Isaiah," Themelios 4.3 (1967): 11-16.

My thanks to Dr Young's son and daughter for their kind permission to reproduce this article.

Book Aid [del.icio.us]

2006-11-14T14:42:14-08:00

Not to be confused with Book Aid International - a more recent secular imitator. Book Aid collected Christian Books to be sent out to Africa where they are in short supply.

Web Style Guide, 2nd Edition [del.icio.us]

2006-11-14T14:39:53-08:00

Should be recommended reading for all webmasters!

Welcome to the Wipf and Stock Publishers [del.icio.us]

2006-11-14T14:35:02-08:00

Reprint a large number ofotherwise unobtainable titles

Biblical Studies Rare Books [del.icio.us]

2006-11-14T14:29:25-08:00

Another sources of freely downloadable books

The Tertullian Project [del.icio.us]

2006-11-14T14:23:14-08:00

All you ever wanted to know about Tertullian - and much more

Early Church Fathers - Additional Works in English Translation unavailable elsewhere online [del.icio.us]

2006-11-14T14:21:01-08:00

A superb site hosted by Roger Pearce. Roger share's my interest in making important dicuments available to everyone at no cost.

The New Testament Gateway [del.icio.us]

2006-11-14T14:12:53-08:00

A tremendous resource for an serious student of theology

Tyndale House, Doorway to Biblical Studies [del.icio.us]

2006-11-14T14:11:30-08:00

One of the finest library of evangelical titles in Europe.

bible.org [del.icio.us]

2006-11-14T14:08:49-08:00

Provide an excellent in-depth Bible training course

TheologicalStudies.org.uk: An Introduction to the Site [del.icio.us]

2006-08-21T01:02:54-07:00

http://www.medievalchurch.org.uk/ [del.icio.us]

2006-08-21T01:02:31-07:00

EarlyChurch.org.uk: An Internet Resource for the Study of the Early Centuries of Christianity [del.icio.us]

2006-08-21T01:02:10-07:00

BiblicalStudies.org.uk: Making Biblical Scholarship Accessible [del.icio.us]

2006-08-21T01:01:52-07:00

Extensive bibliographies and many full-text theological articles and books.