Books By Dr. Thayer Salisbury

Books for use in African Bible Colleges

God-Centered Bible Study (163 pages)

An Introduction and Overview of the Bible, as well as an introduction to the ideas of Exegesis and Hermeneutics.

An earlier edition has been used in the past in Nigeria. we believe that you will find this new edition a significant improvement.

GOD'S MISSION BEGINS VOLUME 1 (266 Pages)

A DETAILED STUDY OF GENESIS AND EXODUS. AGAIN THIS IS A SIGNIFICANT IMPROVEMENT OVER A BOOK OF THE SAME TITLE PUBLISHED ABOUT TWENTY YEARS AGO.

The Mission Of Jesus (86 Pages)

   A topical study that considers Jesus' mission on earth and how he went about it. 

    This book would make an effective supplemental textbook for courses in the gospels or for a course on evangelism or the work of the church.

GOD'S MISSION BEGINS VOLUME 2 (300 Pages)

This volume covers Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy.  The failure to study these three biblical books impoverishes our understanding of the New Testament, which frequently refers to them.  The study of these books is especially important in the development of leadership in the church--as all three give instruction on leadership issues.

The Climax of God's Mission, Volume 1  (282 pages)

A practical study of the synoptic gospels intended primariy for use in African Bible colleges.  Volume 1 covers from the beginning until the confession of Peter (Matthew 16; Mark 8; Luke 9)

Other books by Thayer Salisbury

 Positive Notes For Daily Living  (232 Pages)

Positive without being syrupy or shallow,  these two-hundred brief notes on Christian living give practical guidance for facing our daily challenges.  They are suitable for personalal devotional reading or as discussion starters in a group setting.      

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More Notes for Daily Living  (116 Pages)

Eight-four pithy devotional thoughts calling Christians to deeper discipleship.  

The Superlative Savior  (151 Pages)

Reflections concerning our Savior.  Drawn mainly from Colossians and Isaiah.

Textbooks for African Bible Colleges:  Investigating the Narrative Option  (EMS Dissertation Series)  (436 Pages)

    This dissertation examines the effectiveness of using books that are primarily narrative as textbooks in African Bible colleges.  The importance of narrative communication is frequently discussed in the literature.  Narrative is considered an important tool in communicating the gospel in many situations.  The research upon which this dissertation is based sought to measure the effect of narrative against the effect of essay in an experiment conducted with ninety-three subjects at George Benson Christian College in Zambia and thirty-five subjects at Ghana Baptist Seminary.

    This study is important because it attempts to examine empirically the theory that narrative communication of the gospel is desirable in Africa or in the third world in general.  In this respect it carries forward the work of Steffen and Klem.  It also addresses related issues often discussed in the literature, such as field dependency and educational goals in Bible college education.  In this respect it carries forward the work of Bowen and Buconyori.

    This study will be of particular interest to those involved in the training of Christian workers in Africa.  It may also be of use to church planters in Africa and to theological educators in other parts of the world.

Where To Buy

    Thayer's books, both those designed for use in Africa and those intended for use elsewhere, can be purchased on Amazon anywhere Amazon does business.  In some countries (such as India) the books are only available in the Kindle format.  But in most places both Kindle and paperbacks are available.

    Schools wishing to purchase books for their students should contact us directly.  We can get you a much better price and help to arrange shipping.