An update of Stanley Ellisen's 1991 best-selling book examining Middle East history from a biblical perspective. In addition to offering perspective on recent events, Who Owns the Land? traces the journey of the Jewish people through history and explains the events that have led to their determined ... (more)

This book addresses one of the most timely and urgent topics in archaeology and biblical studies — the origins of early Israel. For centuries the Western tradition has traced its beginnings back to ancient Israel, but recently some historians and archaeologists have questioned the reality of Israel ... (more)

This is a hard book to read because as Christians we want to believe in the 'Promised Land' as the rightful home of God's chosen people. The Bible seems to support this, but the Bible also and always speaks out against oppresion and injustice. Whose Land? Whose Promise? is Burge's personal explo... (more)

Whose Land? Whose Promise? is Burge's personal exploration of his feelings about the crisis in the Middle East, put on paper to communicate with other Christians who share the same opinions he does and seeks answers to the same questions he does; questions such as: How do I embrace my commitment to... (more)

Out of a lifetime's experience of inspiring and leading people to pray for Israel, the author illustrates the hope we should all have in God's covenant with Israel. Yet Israel is a conundrum, not only for world politicians and leaders, but also for the Church. Whatever political position one may tak... (more)