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The Word, Made Clear

English

The Gospel According to Matthew

The Word, Made Clear

A closer reading of Matthew, from promise to resurrection

Follow all 28 chapters of Matthew in contemporary American English, from Jesus’ genealogy and birth to His teaching, miracles, death, resurrection, and final commission to His disciples. This volume presents Jesus as the promised Messiah and King while inviting readers to examine the biblical text carefully for themselves.

The paraphrase is accompanied by commentary, Text and Translation Notes, and theological discussion. These sections explore historical and cultural context, important Greek words, translation choices, and questions raised by the passages. The opening material introduces Matthew’s setting and purpose and explains the author’s approach, source policy, and statement of faith.

For readers who want to look beneath the English wording, the book includes the complete public-domain Byzantine Greek text of Matthew with line-by-line transliteration into Roman letters, an explanation of the Byzantine textual tradition, and guidance on using transliteration. Written by James Childers as a companion for study and reflection, it is intended to be read alongside a trusted Bible translation, not as a replacement for Scripture.

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La Palabra, Hecha Clara

Español

El Evangelio Según Mateo

La Palabra, Hecha Clara

Una lectura de Mateo con contexto, explicación y estudio

Recorra los 28 capítulos del Evangelio según Mateo en español contemporáneo: la genealogía y el nacimiento de Jesús, sus enseñanzas y milagros, su muerte y resurrección, y la misión que encomienda a sus discípulos. La obra presenta a Jesús como el Mesías y Rey prometido e invita al lector a examinar con cuidado el mensaje de las Escrituras.

Esta edición contiene una paráfrasis desarrollada a partir del texto griego koiné bizantino, acompañada de comentarios, Notas de Texto y Traducción y discusión teológica. Las explicaciones abordan el contexto histórico y cultural, el vocabulario griego, las decisiones de traducción y las preguntas que surgen de los pasajes. Incluye una introducción al Evangelio, notas dirigidas al lector hispanohablante, una declaración de integridad de la traducción y la declaración de fe del autor.

Para profundizar en el texto de origen, se incluye el texto griego completo de Mateo, de dominio público, con transliteración línea por línea al alfabeto latino, una explicación de la tradición textual bizantina y las reglas de transliteración utilizadas. Preparada por James Childers, esta guía está pensada para el estudio y la reflexión junto a una traducción bíblica de confianza; no pretende sustituir su Biblia.

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Neno, Limewekwa Wazi

Kiswahili

Injili Kulingana Na Mathayo

Neno, Limewekwa Wazi

Soma na uelewe Injili ya Mathayo kwa kina

Kitabu hiki kinakusaidia kusoma sura zote 28 za Injili ya Mathayo kwa Kiswahili cha sasa kinachoeleweka kwa urahisi. Kinaeleza ukoo na kuzaliwa kwa Yesu, mafundisho na miujiza yake, kifo na ufufuo wake, na agizo alilowapa wanafunzi wake. Kinamtambulisha Yesu kuwa Masihi na Mfalme aliyeahidiwa, na kinakuhimiza kuchunguza Maandiko kwa makini.

TWMC inaeleza ujumbe wa Maandiko kwa lugha rahisi, kwa kuzingatia maandishi ya Kigiriki cha Koine katika mapokeo ya Kibizanti. Kitabu kina maelezo ya ziada kuhusu maandishi na tafsiri, mazingira ya kihistoria na kitamaduni, pamoja na masuala ya theolojia. Sehemu za mwanzo zinatambulisha Injili ya Mathayo, zinaeleza jinsi kazi ilivyoandaliwa na vyanzo vilivyotumiwa, na zinawasilisha tamko la imani la mwandishi.

Kitabu pia kina maandishi kamili ya Kigiriki ya Injili ya Mathayo yaliyo katika milki ya umma, pamoja na maandishi hayo kwa herufi za Kilatini, mstari kwa mstari. Kinaeleza mapokeo ya maandishi ya Kibizanti na kinatoa mwongozo wa kusoma Kigiriki kwa sauti kwa msomaji wa Kiswahili. Mwongozo huo unaeleza irabu, konsonanti na mkazo, pamoja na mifano ya mazoezi. Kimeandaliwa na James Childers ili kukusaidia kujifunza na kutafakari Maandiko pamoja na tafsiri ya Biblia inayotegemeka; hakikusudiwi kuchukua nafasi ya Biblia yako. Toleo la kuchapishwa linapatikana kupitia Ingram, na kitabu cha kielektroniki kinapatikana kwenye Kobo.

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James Childers · English edition

The Human Variable

In A World Run By Algorithms, Free Will Is The Ultimate Risk.

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James Childers · English edition

I Believe You Jesus

Now What? & Why It Matters

A practical, Scripture-based guide for new and returning believers. Explore prayer, Bible reading, baptism, church life and the work of the Holy Spirit, with reflection questions and next steps to help faith grow in daily life.

Who Is Jesus and Why It Matters — Discovering the Historical & Biblical Jesus: A Study Guide book cover

James Childers · English edition

Who Is Jesus and Why It Matters

Discovering the Historical & Biblical Jesus: A Study Guide

A study of Jesus’ identity, ministry, death, resurrection and promised return. Biblical passages and historical sources invite readers to examine who Jesus is and why His life and message matter for faith today.

Sons of God — The Eternal Watchers — Book One — Rise of the Fallen book cover

James Childers · English edition

Sons of God — The Eternal Watchers

Book One — Rise of the Fallen

The opening science-fiction adventure in The Eternal Watchers series. Pilot Jaden Levin discovers his role as a Guardian and joins unlikely allies against the Fallen in a story of cosmic conflict, faith and redemption.

Sons of God — The Eternal Watchers — Book Two — Echo Across Space-Time book cover

James Childers · English edition

Sons of God — The Eternal Watchers

Book Two — Echo Across Space-Time

The science-fiction saga continues as Jaden and the Guardians confront an expanding interstellar war. Sentient AI, ancient artifacts and fragile alliances shape a struggle that tests their courage, loyalty and faith.

Delusions of Mediocrity — You’re Not Special And That’s OK book cover

James Childers · English edition

Delusions of Mediocrity

You’re Not Special And That’s OK

A humorous take on hustle culture, perfectionism and the pressure to be exceptional. Follow struggling writer Elliot Firth’s unexpected rise as an accidental self-help guru in a story that pokes fun at having it all figured out.

Why God Made Me — A Heartfelt Journey of Faith, Love, and God’s Purpose for Little Ones book cover

James Childers · English edition

Why God Made Me

A Heartfelt Journey of Faith, Love, and God’s Purpose for Little Ones

An illustrated introduction to God’s love and purpose for young children. Simple explanations, Scripture and colorful artwork help parents and grandparents start conversations about faith, kindness, forgiveness and each child’s worth.

Life Beyond Diagnosis — Your Journey After A Life Changing Diagnosis book cover

James Childers · English edition

Life Beyond Diagnosis

Your Journey After A Life Changing Diagnosis

A compassionate companion for life after a serious health diagnosis. Explore emotional resilience, support networks, communication and self-advocacy, with practical encouragement for making decisions and finding purpose amid uncertainty.

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