Eric Kress

No matter what kind of suffering you face, there is life-giving hope that springs forth from our merciful God. In his loyal love and faithfulness God comes alongside us in our suffering in order to strengthen our faith, purify our lives, and heal our hearts by centering us on Christ and the good news of the gospel. In God's Mercy in Our Suffering, two pastors and counselors sit down beside you and warmly take you into the book of Lamentations where you will be encouraged to hope in God. Learn how to fasten the rope of your faith to the anchor of God's unfailing love. I heartily recommend this book for those who are in times of deep distress and for the body of Christ that needs to be prepared for every possible form of suffering that may come our way, or that may come in the lives of those we need to reach out to for the glory of God. - Walter C. Kaiser, Jr., President Emeritus, Gordon-Conwell Theological SeminaryThis book is a tremendous accomplishment It is at once a verse-by-verse commentary, rich devotional treasure, and capable guide for biblical counselors. - Lance Quinn, Pastor, Bethany Church on the Hill, Thousand Oaks, CAIn God's Mercy in Our Suffering, the small book of Lamentations is brought to life for us. The authors pull it out of the shadows of neglect and draw us irresistibly to its timeless truths. - Irv Busenitz, VP of Administration and Professor of Bible Exposition and Old Testament, The Master's Seminary

-Why does the order of Jesus' temptations in the wilderness differ when comparing the parallel accounts in Matthew and Luke? -If Christ was raised on the third day, "according to the Scriptures" (1 Cor. 15:4), where do you find that in the Old Testament? -Was there really no room for Joseph and Mary in the inn?-Which prophet was spared death because of Uriah's death? -Who was Ahithophel related to, and why does it matter? -Did Jonah's prophecy against Nineveh fail?-Was there more to Jesus' turning water into wine than simply a display of His divine power? This book tackles these questions and many others both exegetically and devotionally. Each brief exposition deals with a passage and/or details that have often been overlooked or taken for granted by those who read the Scriptures regularly. Their treatment in this book calls us to A Closer Look.

A verse-by-verse commentary on the book of Lamentations, as well as a biblical counselor's guide to using Lamentations in counseling situations. Paul Tautges and Eric Kress have given to us a wonderful exposition of the often neglected book of Lamentations. Not only have they brought the full meaning of the text to the surface, but they have filled the commentary with practical suggestions of ways in which this much needed teaching on how to act in the midst of deep suffering can be carried out to the glory of God and the personal enrichment of each individual believer. I heartily recommend this book for those who are in times of deep distress and for the body of Christ that needs to be prepared for every possible form of suffering that may come our way, or that may come in the lives of those we need to reach out to for the glory of God. --Walter C. Kaiser, Jr. President Emeritus Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

A Pastor's manual on the Book of Ruth including an Expositional Commentary and Outline, an Expository Sermon, application questions, counseling scenarios, and an annotated bibliography. "The book of Ruth follows upon the dark chapters of Judges like the rising sun. And the Moabitess' radiant example shines ever bright today. How grateful I am that Rick Kress' searching expositions have been coupled with the trenchant analysis and wisdom of Brad Brandt. God in Everyday Life will grace the church both in the pulpit and personal use."--R. Kent Hughes, Senior Pastor Emeritus, College Church in Wheaton