
Gerhard Pfandl
BRI (retired)
This concordance is a useful tool for preparing Bible studies, sermons, or class lectures. The 301 topics listed in this volume cover not only important Biblical words like “faith,” “joy,” and “love,” but also concepts and topics which are not readily apparent in Scripture, such as “associates,” “disabilities,” and “Christian living.” Such topics as “death as a sleep,” “finishing the work,” “latter rain,” “meat eating,” “sealing and shaking,” “Spirit of Prophecy” etc. reflect specific Adventist interests and will be appreciated by many. While some of the texts seem forced under a particular topic, e.g., Deuteronomy 21:9 has nothing to do with abortion, there are many helpful listings for a variety of topics. The book contains five lists of spiritual gifts, a list of Jesus’ names, and a list of all his parables, but for some reason there is no list of his miracles. Also, considering the importance of the sanctuary doctrine for Seventh-day Adventists, it is surprising that “sanctuary” or “Christ’s ministry in heaven” receives no attention in this volume. Originally published in 1975, this revised edition includes many entirely new topics, such as “antichrist,” “business,” “holiness,” and “liberty.” In addition, 2600 new texts have been added under old topics.