“Threshold Bible Study is appropriately named, for its commentary and study questions bring people to the threshold of the text and invite them in. The questions guide but do not dominate. They lead readers to ponder and wrestle with the biblical passages and take them across the threshold toward life with God. Stephen Binz's work stands in the tradition of the biblical renewal movement and brings it back to life. We need more of this in the Church.”
Kathleen M. O'Connor, Professor of Old Testament, Columbia Theological Seminary

“I most strongly recommend Stephen Binz's Threshold Bible Study for adult Bible classes, religious education, and personal spiritual enrichment. The series is exceptional for its scholarly solidity, pastoral practicality, and clarity of presentation. The church owes Binz a great debt of gratitude for his generous and competent labor in the service of the Word of God.”
Peter C. Phan, The Ignacio Ellacuria Professor of Catholic Social Thought, Georgetown University

“Threshold Bible Study helpfully introduces the lay reader into the life-enhancing process of Lectio Divina or prayerful reading of scripture, individually or in a group. This series, prepared by a reputable biblical scholar and teacher, responds creatively to the exhortation of the Council to provide God' people abundant nourishment from the table of God's word. The process proposed leads the reader from Bible study to personal prayer, community involvement, and active Christian commitment in the world.”
Sandra M. Schneiders, Professor of New Testament and Spirituality, Jesuit School of Theology, Berkeley

“I am please to endorse the Threshold Bible Study series. The thematic books are informative, easy to use, rooted in the Church's tradition of reflection and prayer, and of sound catechetical method.”
Most Reverend Anthony M. Pilla, Bishop of Cleveland

“Threshold Bible Study is an enriching and enlightening approach to understanding the rich faith which the Scriptures hold for us today. Written in a clear and concise style, Threshold Bible Study presents solid contemporary biblical scholarship, offers questions for reflection and/or discussion, and then demonstrates a way to pray from the Scriptures. All these elements work together to offer the reader a wonderful insight into how the sacred texts of our faith can touch our lives in a profound and practical way today. I heartily recommend this series to both individuals and to Bible study groups.”
Abbot Gregory J. Polan, O.S.B., Conception Abbey and Seminary College

“Threshold Bible Study is the perfect series of Bible study books for serious students with limited time. Each lesson is brief, illuminating, challenging, wittily written, and a pleasure to study. The reader will reap a rich harvest of wisdom from the efforts expended.”
John J. Pilch, Adjunct Professor of Biblical Studies, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.

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