Resource Type

Resource Types

These categories organise the study tools used across The Expositor’s Library, including commentaries, dictionaries, atlases, introductions, and other aids for pastors and teachers.

  • Archaeology
    Resources that discuss archaeological discoveries connected to Scripture, strengthening historical awareness and clarifying the physical world of the Bible.
  • Backgrounds & History
    Works that explore the cultural, historical, and social world of the Bible—helping readers situate Scripture within its original setting and connect passages to their historical context.
  • Bible Atlas
    A resource offering maps, geographical background, historical routes, and visual aids that illuminate the world of the Bible and strengthen contextual understanding.
  • Bible Dictionary
    A reference work providing concise explanations of key biblical terms, themes, people, places, and theological concepts. Designed to support study, preaching, and teaching across the whole canon.
  • Bible Handbooks
    Concise guides that provide overviews of biblical books, themes, timelines, and key people. Helpful for quick reference and teaching preparation.
  • Bible Introduction
    A resource that surveys the background, authorship, structure, and major themes of each biblical book. Useful for orienting readers before deeper study or teaching preparation.
  • Church History
    Works that trace the development of Christian thought, mission, and practice across the centuries, helping readers understand how the church has interpreted and lived out the gospel.
  • Commentary
    A volume offering verse-by-verse or section-by-section exposition of a biblical book, written to help pastors, teachers, and serious students understand the meaning of Scripture in its context.
  • Concordance
    A reference tool that lists occurrences of words in Scripture, enabling readers to trace themes, study vocabulary, and locate key passages quickly.
  • Devotional & Pastoral Helps
    Resources offering reflective, pastorally-aimed guidance rooted in Scripture. Useful for personal devotion, pastoral encouragement, and warm application.
  • Ministry Resources
    Practical guides for pastoral leadership, discipleship, counselling, and congregational care from a biblically-centred perspective.
  • Online Tool
    Web-based tools and platforms that support Bible study, sermon preparation, or theological research.
  • Podcast Series
    Audio series or podcast feeds that help pastors and Bible teachers grow in preaching, theology, and ministry.
  • Podcast Series
    Audio series or podcast feeds that help pastors and Bible teachers grow in preaching, theology, and ministry.
  • Preaching Helps
    Books that assist pastors and teachers with sermon preparation, exposition, homiletics, and applying Scripture with clarity and conviction.
  • Puritans
    Classic Puritan works and accessible guides that open up Puritan theology and spirituality for today’s readers.
  • Study Bible
    A Bible edition supplemented with study notes, timelines, maps, charts, and introductions—designed to aid personal and pastoral study across the whole canon.
  • Theology (Biblical / Systematic)
    Books that summarise biblical teaching on key doctrines or present a cohesive theological framework. Useful for shaping a robust and worshipful understanding of God and His works.
  • Training Course
    Structured training courses—online or in-person—designed to equip preachers, Bible teachers, and church leaders for ministry.
  • Word-Study / Lexicon
    A tool that explains the meaning, range, and usage of Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek words. Particularly helpful for deeper exegesis, sermon preparation, and careful teaching.