WILLMINGTON'S BIBLE HANDBOOK (TYNDALE HOUSE PUBLISHER)

Here is a concise summary of “Willmington’s Bible Handbook” (Tyndale House Publishers):

Purpose:

This handbook serves as both an introductory and comprehensive guide to understanding the Bible, aimed at both new readers and serious students of Scripture.

Main Structure:

Part 1: Bible Survey

• Offers book-by-book summaries of all 66 books of the Bible.
• Each book includes historical background, author, date, themes, and key passages.
• Provides outlines and spiritual insights, making it easy to grasp each book’s message.

Part 2: Bible Backgrounds, Lists, and Study Helps

• Contains reference material such as:
• Chronology of the Bible
• Biblical Covenants and Dispensations
• Facts about Heaven and Hell
• Biblical Prophecies
• Key Bible People, Nations, Cities, and Political Parties
• How We Got the Bible (Inspiration, Canonization, Translation)
• Biblical Archaeology Discoveries
• Includes dozens of charts, timelines, and maps.

Unique Features

• Emphasizes the unity of Scripture and the centrality of Jesus Christ.
• Uses clear language and cross-referencing to show how different parts of the Bible connect.
• Offers devotional insights and theological reflections, including “People to Remember” sections to highlight life lessons from biblical characters.

This handbook is both a minicommentary and a study tool, useful for teaching, personal growth, and understanding the overarching narrative of the Bible.