A Book-By-Book Overview of Essential Bible Information by John MacArthur

Study the Bible Deeply, Faithfully, and Effectively

There is a big difference between simply reading the Bible and studying the Bible well, so it transforms your life. That difference often boils down to having the right resources not just to read but to understand and apply what you are reading to your life. 

In MacArthur's Quick Reference Guide to the Bible, noted pastor and teacher John MacArthur takes you through the key aspects of the Bible. This valuable companion to reading the Bible has been prepared to help you develop good Bible-reading habits and a better understanding of the depth and breadth of God’s Word.

For all 66 books in the Bible it highlights:

• Author and date
• Key people
• Background and setting
• Key doctrines
• Key aspects of how God’s character is illustrated
• How Christ can be found in that book
• Key words in the book
• Quick overview with a brief outline of contents
• Historical notes about what else what happening in the world when the book was written
• Frequently asked questions about the book
• Questions for reflection

Other valuable features include :

• “How We Got the Bible” section
• “How to Study the Bible” section
• “Chronology of the Bible” section
• Appendix with Quick Notes on Theology
• Chronology of Old Testament Patriarchs and Judges
• Chronology of Old Testament Kings and Prophets
• Timeline of the Ministry of Jesus Christ
• Index of Key Words

Filled with the fruit of decades of study and teaching MacArthur's Quick Reference Guide to the Bible is an essential tool for anyone who wants to seriously study the Bible deeply, faithfully, and effectively.