Bible Class Books (Old Testament)
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Genesis
Bible Class Book On Genesis, by David Padfield. Outline of Genesis with questions for each section. Several charts and maps are included in this free Bible class book (color cover; PDF file size: 1.5MB).
Supplemental reading: Timeline For The Book Of Genesis, a handout which gives an overview of the book of Genesis in chronological order (PDF file size: 92k).
Daily Nuggets From Genesis, by Jeff Asher. A series of daily Bible readings and drills from the Old Testament Book of Genesis to be used in Youth Classes, as a daily devotional or as an aid in home schools for including Bible reading in the curriculum (PDF file size: 328k).
Bible Puzzles For Everyone, by Jeff Asher. Crossword, Matching and Word Search Puzzles for use with Middle School through Adult Bible studies or Home Schools as a supplement or home assignment. These puzzles cover some general information and much of the book of Genesis (PDF file size: 1.6MB).
Exodus
Bible Class Book On Exodus, by David Padfield. Outline on the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 917k).
Supplemental reading: Against All The Gods Of Egypt, a detailed study of the plagues Jehovah sent to punish the land of Egypt and her gods. Special emphasis is given to showing how each plague was a direct insult to the gods of Egypt (PDF file size: 596k).
Israel And The Law, by Jeff Asher. An overview of the books of Exodus and Leviticus, with a series of 20 questions for each of the 26 lessons in this free Bible class book (PDF file size: 145k).
Leviticus
Bible Class Book On Leviticus, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 352k).
Numbers
Bible Class Book On Numbers, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 432k).
Israel In The Wilderness, by Jeff Asher. A study of the books of Numbers and Deuteronomy with emphasis given to the worship of Jehovah associated with the Tabernacle. The student will become acquainted with the history and geography of the period and the events that set the stage for the Conquest of Canaan. Important characters of the period will also be studied, in particular, Moses, Aaron and Joshua (PDF file size: 998k).
Deuteronomy
Bible Class Book On Deuteronomy, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with a map of journey through the wilderness (color cover; PDF file size: 425k).
Joshua
Bible Class Book On Joshua, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 405k).
Judges
Bible Class Book On Judges, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 328k).
Ruth
Bible Class Book On Ruth, by David Padfield. Complete text (NKJV) of the book of Ruth with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 184k).
The Divided Kingdom
The Divided Kingdom, by F.L. Booth. The Divided Kingdom and Kingdom of Judah Alone periods in the Bible are an essential but often neglected study. A basic knowledge of these periods of Jewish history is necessary to an understanding of the prophets of the Old Testament and their message. The challenge for us today in the study of the Divided Kingdom is to contemplate God’s dealings with peoples and nations. God poured forth his blessings on the obedient and righteous, but He sent his judgments upon the disobedient and unrighteous. It is for us, therefore, to determine our course of action, whether we walk in compliance or rebellion to God’s word (116 pages; PDF file size: 2.4MB).
Wayne Goff has prepared a thorough study of the divided kingdom period in the history of Israel. Beginning with Rehoboam and continuing through the fall, destruction and captivity of Jerusalem, Goff provides a workbook that leads the student into a chronological study of the period helping him grasp not only the events and personalties involved but also the great spiritual principles conveyed by the prophets of this tumultuous era. Developed in four parts for class study this book is excellent for any congregation desiring to better understand this often neglected period in Bible study.
- The Divided Kingdom, Part 1 (File size: 225k; 35 pages)
- The Divided Kingdom, Part 2 (File size: 348k; 49 pages)
- The Divided Kingdom, Part 3 (File size: 3.2MB; 53 pages)
- The Divided Kingdom, Part 4 (File size: 4.1MB; 61 pages)
First Samuel
Bible Class Book On First Samuel, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 1.1MB).
Israel And Her Kings, by Jeff Asher. A class book on First and Second Samuel. 28 pages. (File size:316k).
Second Samuel
Bible Class Book On Second Samuel, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 365k).
First Kings
Bible Class Book On First Kings, by David Padfield. Outline on the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 790k).
Second Kings
Bible Class Book On Second Kings, by David Padfield. Outline on the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 786k).
Ezra
Bible Class Book On Ezra, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 675k).
Israel Goes Home, by Jeff Asher. A study of the historical books of Ezra, Nehemiah and Esther along with the contemporaneous Minor Prophets, Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi. The student will become familiar with the history of the period and the events that set the stage for the developments of the inter-testimental period that ended with the birth of Messiah. Special emphasis is given to the Messianic messages of the prophets and their exhortations to the remnant to remain faithful unto Jehovah (PDF file size: 304k).
Nehemiah
Bible Class Book On Nehemiah, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. Several charts and maps included (color cover; PDF file size: 688k).
Esther
Bible Class Book On Esther, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section (color cover; PDF file size: 657k).
Job
Bible Class Book On Job, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. 21 pages (color cover; PDF file size: 549k).
Job: Patience In Sufferings, by Rob Harbison. Will a man serve God for nothing? Even when man is suffering and none of God's ways make any sense? This study chronicles Job's struggle to find those answers and keep his faith (PDF file size: 228k).
Study Guide to Job, by Keith Sharp. This is a Bible study guide for teenagers and adults to be used in Bible classes in local congregations. It consists of questions within the framework of an analytical outline designed to help the student study properly, so he can discover for himself what the Bible teaches. The workbook contains several types of questions: terms to define, discussion questions, thought questions, and places to locate. Each question has a purpose. There are no pointless, filler questions, trick questions or true-false questions. There is a glossary of terms in the back of the book. The workbook covers Job in fourteen lessons (40 pages; PDF file size 233k).
Psalms
Bible Class Book On The Psalms Of David, by Jeff Asher. This is a chronological study of some of the Psalms written by David in association with the historical events that contributed to their composure. This study is best suited to be a companion to that of 1 and 2 Samuel. Emphasis will be given to the Messianic Psalms written in this period with a view to familiarizing the student with that aspect of Old Testament prophecy concerning the coming of the Son of God into the world. Thirteen lessons (PDF file size: 156k).
Studying The Psalms, by Gene Taylor. This six-lesson study gives a brief introduction to and overview of the Psalms. The lessons study psalms of praise and guidance, Messianic psalms, instructional psalms, psalms of nature, and psalms of repentance (PDF file size: 254k).
Proverbs
Bible Class Book On Proverbs, (2nd. edition) by Rob Harbison. As man searches for the best way to live, and the wisdom to direct his steps, what better place to look than in the inspired collection of Proverbs. They are timeless and practical (PDF file size: 256k).
Study Guide to Proverbs, by Keith Sharp. This Bible study guide is for teenagers and adults to be used in Bible classes in local congregations. This workbook is not intended to replace the word of God as the class text. Nor is it a commentary. Rather, it consists of questions within the framework of an analytical outline designed to help the class study properly, so each can discover for himself what the Bible teaches. (59 pages; PDF file size 258k)
Pondering Proverbs, by Earl Lanning and Jeff Asher. Twenty-six lessons covering the Proverbs of Solomon, Lemuel and Agur found in the Old Testament Book of Proverbs. The study is designed to consider the various proverbs in their contextual setting. However, an effort is made to collect the proverbs into a topical arrangement as the class progresses (PDF file size: 208k).
Ecclesiastes
Bible Class Book On Ecclesiastes, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. Thirteen pages with color cover (color cover; PDF file size: 1.3MB).
Ecclesiastes: The Preacher, by Rob Harbison. Why are we here? What is our purpose? What is the meaning of life? The Preacher examines all of those things that busy man in his pursuit of happiness and meaning, then concludes with the answer (PDF file size: 204k).
Song Of Solomon
Bible Class Book On The Song of Solomon, by Rob Harbison. A beautiful love triangle that shows how true loves wins out over everything else. Set in a culture 3000 years ago, it shows that the challenges of love have never changed (PDF file size: 136k).
Isaiah
Bible Class Book On Isaiah, by David Padfield. Outline of the book with questions for each section. 22 pages (PDF file size: 140k).
Isaiah (Vol. 1), by Jeff Asher. A study of the prophecy of Isaiah, the son of Amoz who prophesied during the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah, kings of Judah. This beautiful book that announces the coming Messiah and His eternal kingdom in sixty-six chapters is studied in twenty-six lessons. Emphasis is given to the historical background of the book and the prophetic announcements of the coming Christ, the Lord of Glory (PDF file size: 160k).
Isaiah (Vol. 2), by Jeff Asher (PDF file size: 120k).
Daniel
Class Book and Commentary On Daniel, by James M. Booth. This 84-page book is both a commentary and work book on Daniel. It is well researched and contains more background information than you will find in almost any other class book you can find. Even if you are not going to teach the book of Daniel, you will want to download this book just for the background information it provides on the Babylonian, Medo-Persian, Grecian and Roman Empires (PDF File size: 2.4MB).
Studies In Daniel, by Jeff Asher. Daniel was carried away to Babylon when he was just a teenager. Separated from family, friends and brethren in the midst of a heathen land, he purposed not to defile himself and remain sanctified unto the God of his fathers. For more than seventy years Daniel served Jehovah faithfully as a prophet. His is a wonderful message of hope, renewal, restoration and redemption. The life, example and message of the prophet will be studied in thirteen lessons. Special attention is given to the visions of Daniel which announce the coming of the Messiah, His savage and brutal murder and the establishment of the eternal Kingdom of Heaven (PDF file size: 114k).
A Study of the Book of Daniel, by Gene Taylor. This class book and study guide contains (1) Descriptive summaries of the Babylonian, Medo-Persian, and Grecian empires; (2) A general introduction to the book; (3) An outline of the book; (4) Summaries of every chapter; and (5) Questions for review and discussion for every chapter (PDF file size: 433k).
Ezekiel
Bible Class Book on Ezekiel (Vol. 1), by Jeff Asher. Covers chapters 1 thru 23 (PDF file size: 624k).
Bible Class Books on Ezekiel (Vol. 2), by Jeff Asher. Covers chapters 24 thru 48 (PDF file size: 444k).
The Minor Prophets
Bible Class Book On The Minor Prophets, by David Padfield. A 53 page survey of the 12 Minor Prophets. This free Bible class book has questions for each section (PDF file size: 368k).
The Minor Prophets, by Dan Melhus. A detailed study of the 12 minor prophets of the Old Testament. This 113 page Bible class book contains numerous charts and three color maps. (File size: 980k).
Bible Class Notes on Hosea, by Jeff Asher. This booklet contains 42 pages of notes on the Old Testament book of Hosea. This is a wonderful aid to anyone teaching on this difficult book. (File size: 238k).
Bible Class Notes on Zechariah, by Jeff Asher. This booklet contains 65 pages of notes on the Old Testament book of Zechariah. This is a wonderful aid to anyone teaching on this difficult book. (File size: 365k).
