Resource Type

Resource Types

These categories organise the study tools used across The Expositor’s Library, including commentaries, dictionaries, atlases, biographies, 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.
  • Biographical
    Centres on the life and legacy of a particular Christian leader, theologian, missionary, or pastor. Examines character, convictions, ministry context, and lasting influence, helping readers see how truth was embodied in specific seasons of trial, service, and faithfulness. Often weaves historical setting with spiritual reflection, drawing out lessons without flattening complexity or ignoring weakness. Best suited for those who want to understand how doctrine, perseverance, and pastoral courage are formed over time, and how the Lord builds His church through imperfect yet devoted servants.
  • 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
    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.
  • Practical Theology
    Resources that bring biblical doctrine to bear on Christian living and church life, helping readers connect truth to obedience. Addresses areas such as discipleship, pastoral practice, ethics, spiritual disciplines, leadership, suffering, and growth in holiness. Designed to strengthen theological clarity while cultivating wise, faithful application in everyday ministry and life.
  • 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 or 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.