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The Gospel of John: An Exposition

Exposition of the Gospel of John emphasizing Christ's deity, incarnation, and miracles as signs, and the unfolding of faith and unbelief. Aims to inspire faith that issues in life.
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The Gospel of Mark: An Exposition

Erdman’s introduction to Mark stresses its vivid, fast-paced portrait of Christ as the Servant—focused on miracles, preaching and atonement—to inspire devotion and service.
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The Busy Man and His Bible

Urges churches to prepare and morally steady drafted men—linking patriotism and faith. Also calls busy men to daily Bible reading for spiritual strength and guidance.
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The Power of the Gospel

Charles R. Erdman’s centennial sermon asserts the gospel is God’s power for salvation and hope amid war. He urges renewed missionary proclamation and devotion worldwide.
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The Acts: An Exposition

Erdman's exposition of Acts identifies Luke as the author and frames the book's theme as the Church witnessing for Christ (Acts 1:8). It outlines Acts' structure and missionary expansion.
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Triumphant Faith

Sermon outline on Matthew 15:21–28 examining the Canaanite woman's tested faith—perseverance in prayer, humility, and trust that wins Christ's commendation and blessing.
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The Gospel of Matthew: An Exposition

Erdman's introduction presents Matthew as the 'Gospel of the King', portraying Jesus as Messiah—royal, rejected, and returning in glory. It explains Matthew's purpose, method, and outline.
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The Gospel of Luke: An Exposition

Erdman's introduction to an exposition of Luke highlights Luke's literary skill and universal, compassionate portrait of Jesus as the ideal man and Savior, with an organized chapter outline for study.
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The Return of Christ

Summarizes New Testament teaching on Christ's Second Coming—its certainty, attendant events (preceding and following), the millennium, and the call to watchful, holy living.
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The Pastoral Epistles of Paul: An Exposition

Erdman's introduction to the Pastoral Epistles: guidance for pastors on church order, sound doctrine, and godly living. Emphasizes elders/deacons, pastoral duty, and combating false teaching.
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The Work of the Pastor

Practical handbook for pastors covering the pastoral office, care of souls, worship, Christian education, church organization, administration, and missions.
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The Epistle of Paul to the Romans: An Exposition

Intro to C. R. Erdman's 1925 exposition of Romans, summarizing authorship, purpose and a chapter-by-chapter outline: sin, justification by faith, sanctification, Israel, and practical exhortation.
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The General Epistles: An Exposition

Exposition of the General Epistles focusing on James. Practical Christian wisdom: faith tested by trials, proved by works, urging endurance, humility, and integrity in daily life.
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D.L. Moody: His Message for To-Day

Concise biography of D.L. Moody: his rise from humble origins to a world-famous evangelist, his methods, institutions (Northfield, Mount Hermon), and enduring revival influence.
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