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Author: Tidwell, Josiah Blake
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Tidwell, Josiah Blake

e-Sword Version:
9.x - 10.x

Table of Contents.

01 - Table of Contents.

Some Introductory Studies.

02 - Chapter I. Why We Believe the Bible.
03 - Chapter II. The Names of God.
04 - Chapter III. The Sacred Officers and Sacred Occasions.
05 - Chapter IV. Sacred Institutions of Worship and Seven Great Covenants.
06 - Chapter V. The Divisions of the Scriptures.
07 - Chapter VI. The Dispensations.
08 - Chapter VII. Ages and Periods of Biblical History.
09 - Chapter VIII. Some General Matters and Some Biblical Characters.

The Bible Book by Book.

10 - Chapter I. Genesis.
11 - Chapter II. Exodus.
12 - Chapter III. Leviticus.
13 - Chapter IV. Numbers.
14 - Chapter V. Deuteronomy.
15 - Chapter VI. Joshua.
16 - Chapter VII. Judges and Ruth.
17 - Chapter VIII. First and Second Samuel.
18 - Chapter IX. First and Second Kings.
19 - Chapter X. First and Second Chronicles.
20 - Chapter XI. Ezra, Nehemiah and Esther.
21 - Chapter XII. Job.
22 - Chapter XIII. Psalms and Proverbs.
23 - Chapter XIV. Ecclesiastes and The Song of Solomon.
24 - Chapter XV. Isaiah.
25 - Chapter XVI. Jeremiah and Lamentations.
26 - Chapter XVII. Ezekiel and Daniel.
27 - Chapter XVIII. Hosea and Joel.
28 - Chapter XIX. Amos and Obadiah.
29 - Chapter XX. Jonah and Micah.
30 - Chapter XXI. Nahum and Habakkuk.
31 - Chapter XXII. Zephaniah and Haggai.
32 - Chapter XXIII. Zechariah and Malachi.
33 - Chapter XXIV. Matthew.
34 - Chapter XXV. Mark.
35 - Chapter XXVI. Luke.
36 - Chapter XXVII. John.
37 - Chapter XXVIII. Acts.
38 - Chapter XXIX. Romans.
39 - Chapter XXX. First and Second Corinthians.
40 - Chapter XXXI. Galatians and Ephesians.
41 - Chapter XXXII. Philippians and Colossians
42 - Chapter XXXIII. First and Second Thessalonians.
43 - Chapter XXXIV. First and Second Timothy.
44 - Chapter XXXV. Titus and Philemon.
45 - Chapter XXXVI. Hebrews and James.
46 - Chapter XXXVII. First and Second Peter.
47 - Chapter XXXVIII. First, Second and Third John and Jude.
48 - Chapter XXXIX. Revelation.
49 - Epilogue: Project Gutenberg Info.

The Bible Book By Book by Josiah Blake Tidwell is a comprehensive and accessible guide designed to help readers understand the structure, themes, and messages of the Bible, one book at a time. The book aims to serve as a practical reference for students, teachers, pastors, and lay readers seeking to deepen their comprehension of Scripture.

Tidwell begins with an introduction to the Bible’s overall composition, emphasizing its divine inspiration, historical context, and literary diversity. He underscores the importance of approaching each biblical book with awareness of its unique purpose, audience, and historical setting. The book is organized sequentially, following the canonical order, and provides summaries and analyses of each individual book.

For the Old Testament, Tidwell offers a clear overview of the Law (Pentateuch), highlighting Genesis’s creation narratives and early history, Exodus’s deliverance of Israel from Egypt, and the giving of the Law at Sinai. He discusses Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy as foundational texts outlining worship, law, and wilderness wanderings. The historical books—Joshua through Esther—are summarized with emphasis on Israel’s conquest, monarchy, division, and exile. The poetic and wisdom literature—Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon—is examined for its poetic forms, themes of suffering, worship, wisdom, and love. The prophetic books—Isaiah through Malachi—are analyzed for their messages of warning, hope, judgment, and messianic prophecy.

The New Testament section begins with the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—each presenting the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ from different perspectives. Tidwell discusses their distinctive themes and audiences. The Acts of the Apostles is presented as a history of the early church’s growth and spread of Christianity. The Pauline epistles—Romans through Philemon—are examined for their doctrinal teachings, ethical instructions, and pastoral guidance. The General Epistles—Hebrews through Jude—are summarized for their encouragement, warning, and doctrinal clarifications. The final book, Revelation, is interpreted as a prophetic vision filled with symbolism about the ultimate victory of Christ, judgment, and the new heaven and earth.

Throughout, Tidwell emphasizes the unity and consistency of the Bible’s message—centered on God's plan for salvation through Jesus Christ. He highlights key themes such as covenant, redemption, faith, obedience, and divine sovereignty. The book aims to foster a greater appreciation for the literary richness and theological depth of Scripture, encouraging readers to see the Bible as a unified story that reveals God's love, justice, and plan for humanity.

In summary, The Bible Book By Book serves as a thorough yet straightforward guide that demystifies the structure and message of the Bible, making it a valuable resource for those seeking a deeper, book-by-book understanding of God's Word.