Exciting and rich in hope and relevance, this you-are-there narration provides deep insight and understanding of the times in which the Acts of the Apostles and the General Epistles were written. You will also get personal glimpses into the personalities of the authors, discovering that they are not unlike us!!
In this sixth book in the "Praying the Scriptures" series, author Dr. Elmer Towns exposes the relevance of Acts, Hebrews, James, the two Books of Peter, the three Books of John, and Jude for today's living and learning.
The unique aspects of these books of the Bible are vividly presented through contemporary illustrations and poignant prayers. The stories about why Luke, James, Peter, John, and Jude wrote their letters set dramatic scenes and characterizations that prepare you for the interpreted chapters that follow.
As with his previous books, Praying the Book of Acts is written in poetic style, combining modern-day language with a lyrical twist.
Dr. Elmer Towns is a college and seminary professor and an author of popular and scholarly works, having published over 100 books. He received the prestigious Gold Medallion Award for The Names of the Holy Spirit . He and his wife of 54 years, Ruth, have three children and ten grandchildren.
