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PowerPoints.What does it mean to be a finalist in the Christian Book Awards "Bible Referernce & Study" category?BIBLE REFERENCE & STUDY
Category Description and Judging Criteria
Category Description
This award is for scholarly or ministry-related material inclusive of the following:
Reference Works/Commentaries (dictionaries, concordances, encyclopedias and other reference works in the area of theology, doctrine, church history, and biblical studies including books that offer any analysis, exposition, or annotation of specific biblical texts);
Works of Theology, Doctrine, or Church History, including explanatory, expositional or analytical works;
Christian Ministry (books for professional and lay leaders in the areas of Christian education, pastoral ministry, or preaching, discipleship, counseling, and church administration);
Bible Study (books offering in-depth personal or group Bible study); and
Christian Education (books primarily intended for use in Church-based spiritual education programs).
Note that curriculum and/or mixed media product may be entered as long as a book is the central core of the package.
Judging Criteria (using a scale of 1-10)
Given the inclusive nature of this category, the following criteria are general in nature and require that you make specific application to each type of book that you are evaluating.
1. Audience / Format
Is the audience clearly defined or understood from the presentation?
Does the format of the book complement the purpose of the work?
Does the book have features such as an index, bibliography, etc.?
Are they effective and useful? Do additional materials (video, etc) come with the book? Do they enhance the purpose and overall impact of the work?
2. Content
Is the perspective, depth of treatment, and reading level consistent with the purpose of and audience for the book?
Is the information reliable and accurate?
If the work is scholarly in nature, is there evidence that it has been well-researched?
Is the material organized logically? Are the main points presented in a clear, straightforward manner?
3. Author / Editor
Does the author/editor have the credentials for writing and preparing such a work?
For example, if the work is scholarly in nature, is the author/editor a researcher or scholar in the field?
Does the author/editor have sufficient experience/employment in the field to be considered highly knowledgeable?
4. Writing Style / Mechanics
Does the style of writing make the book accessible to the intended audience?
Are there errors in spelling, grammar, paragraphing, and punctuation?
Are words used incorrectly?
Does the quality of the author’s prose (syntax, word choice, rhythm, etc.) enhance the content?
5. Design
Do the cover, color, layout, and text size facilitate the reading experience?
Where applicable, does the presentation in charts, graphs, etc. make the information as accessible as possible?
6. Impact
Does the work meet a need in the Christian community?
Is the presentation fresh and compelling in nature?
Does it have the potential to significantly influence the Christian community or significantly substantiate information already available?
Does the work add new information or a new perspective to Christian scholarship or ministry?
By: Terry Stewart, - January 27, 2009
I, as of yet, have not had anything but high praise for the quality of work that your company provides. The book, in question, meets all my expectations. It is very informative and the graphics draws a person to it's pages like a magnet. God bless you for all your hard work.
By: Susan Clark, - January 27, 2009
The book is very detailed and easy to use. I facilitate adult education classes and use this book to assist in teaching. I especially found the charts/diagrams extremely helpful in these classes. At times I have made copies for the students to use, and they were received with great response! The charts/diagrams are large and colorful and easy on the eyes, and jam-packed with wonderful information. The definition sidebars are also very useful. The overlays are irreplaceable for demonstration purposes. This book has numerous references contained all in one!! (i.e. encyclopedia, dictionary....). I have encouraged students to purchase this resource, as it will provide for many years of enjoyment! Bravo on a work well done!
By: Wes & Pat Burnham, - January 26, 2009
We as a husband & wife team are enjoying the Tabernacle Guide Book and charts very much. We have just gotten into the study of it and are reveiwing the various scarifices and offerings. We also like how the arrangement and layout of the outer court, the holy place and the holiest of holies are displayed. I appreciate the listing of the different feast and the meanings of them. I feel that it is a well done book in reference to Christ in the tabernacle. We plan to spend alot more time studing it all. I have been looking to order that book for a long time. We will take it with us to our Messianic Jewish Group when we study the journeys of the children of Israel in the wilderness and building of the tabernacle.
By: Peter Marchel, - January 29, 2009
The Rose guide to the Tabernacle helped me understand the Tabernacle better as well as how I can apply the lessons from scripture in my daily walk with Jesus.
By: Cathy Sonnicksen, - January 29, 2009
Many thanks to Rose Publications for printing the guide to the tabernacle. I have been using all the Rose booklets on the tabernacle, but this amazing book is the best thing going. It has richly blessed my adult Sunday school classes and United Methodist Women's Bible Study. We have come to see much more clearly the ministry of Jesus Christ.
By: Liz Maude, - January 28, 2009
I am teaching Sunday School to 4-6th grade students and determined that their knowledge of the Old Testament was greatly lacking. I decided to take them through a study on the Tabernacle and as I researched materials that I could use, I discovered Rose Publishing's Rose Guide to the Tabernacle. I was hopeful that it would be helpful and ordered it. Upon receiving the book, I am very excited to have it as a resource for my class! The illustrations alone are very informative. I appreciate the text and the information given as well as the well-organized format. When I shared the book with my students as a preview of things to come, they were all excited. The layover sheets help to bring alive an understanding that goes beyond words. I would recommend this resource to anyone!
- September 25, 2009
About the Author: Benjamin Galán grew up in a Christian home in Mexico City. During his studies, Galán became enamored with natural sciences. In college, Galán studied physics and mathematics, and grew indifferent and hostile toward the Christian faith. Along with the French mathematician Laplace, Galán believed God was no longer a necessary hypothesis.
After additional studies, Galán began to long for deep, satisfying connections and meaning in his young life. Through the moving testimony of a friend in school, Galán began to read the Bible with renewed eyes, and eventually returned to church. As he became more involved in the ministry of his home church, Galán sensed God's calling.
During his theological studies, Galán fell in love with the Old Testament and understood the Old Testament as the key for understanding the New Testament. Galán holds a Master of Theology in Old Testament, MTS Biblical Studies, and is adjunct professor of Hebrew language and Literature at Fuller Theological Seminary.