-Bible Teacher & Author-
S. D. Smith
Love with All Thy Mind
Ministry Tools to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ by teaching Reasonable Faith
MY WORKS
Consuela Phillips and the Hidden Chest
In the second novel of this fictional series, Consuela Phillips doesn’t just travel; she chases the trail of fabricated history that powerful leaders have spent centuries trying to stitch into the ground. From tunnels in Italy scratched out of blueprints to Pennsylvania's best hidden facility, she unearths truths never meant to see the light of day. Flanked by a pair of unlikely allies—a soccer mom who has a mysterious night job and a man out of time—they pull at a single thread of antiquity that threatens to unravel a major religion's most sacred tapestry. If Consuela reveals her secrets, the foundational beliefs of millions won't just shift, they’ll shatter.
"Unexpected elements. Fun and Exciting!" - editorial comment
"I really like the different personalities. I'm so drawn in!" - editorial comment
Consuela Phillips and the Blade of the Ancients
In the first novel of this fictional series, Consuela Phillips enjoys visiting historical sites around the world, preferring to explore the mysteries of the past rather than be underwhelmed by the routine of the now. In an attempt to follow the trail to her mentor's last known whereabouts to a lost Hopi temple, Consuela unearths a bayonet in an unlikely place. Encountering riddles and dangers, she quickly learns this is no ordinary blade. With the help of a friend she makes along the way, Consuela pursues a discovery that could change the world.
"As I read, I felt very included in the adventure. I couldn't wait to turn the page and see what was next." - Amazon review
"I finished it in a couple of days because I couldn't put it down. Such lovable characters!" - Amazon review
Origin of Humanity and the Middle East
This masterpiece of integration expertly weaves together the narratives from the works of the ancient Jewish writings of Jasher, Jubilees, Josephus, and Enoch relevant to the stories and characters of Genesis. This project is intended to provide information without commentary, allowing readers the freedom of conscience to decide for themselves what impact and implications these extrabiblical sources may have on our beliefs regarding early mankind. Whereas there are a limited number of similarly published works available, none add the contributions of Josephus or are presented in this easy-to-read, color-coded text.
"Even if you are not a teacher but want to study Genesis for yourself, it will be a big help." - Amazon review
Revelation Confrontation
This is a biblical commentary on the book of Revelation. The approach is similar to a Martin Luther commentary by dispelling common false teachings of our time. There is particular focus regarding the seven-year tribulation and rapture theories. Steven writes, "With all of the books already in print regarding end-times prophecy, it is astonishing how few explain Revelation exegetically." Revelation Confrontation enables Christians to make sense of John's vision without resorting to arbitrary calculations or patchworking various verses into new meanings.
"Wow! Great book, very impressive research. I was amazed at your footnotes." - Galyn Wiemers, Founder of Generation Word
An Evaluation of Rapture Theology
Steven finished his Master's degree in Biblical Studies in 2020 by completing his thesis, "An Evaluation of Rapture Theology." This thesis argues that rapture theories in relation to either the Great Tribulation or the precise time in which Christ returns are unsustainable. Biblical phrases that refer to living believers being snatched are, instead, consistently timed in relation to the resurrection of the dead, which is shown throughout the New Testament to occur at the final judgment when the old heaven and earth are destroyed. It is at this point when dead and living Christians meet Christ in the air and are transfigured in preparation of progressing to the new heaven and earth.
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Criminal Heart
This true story will challenge Christians to effectively take the Gospel to those who are often deemed unworthy in our society: criminals. Most of us know someone bound by a life of crime. Maybe it is your family member, co-worker, or even someone at your church. For Steven, it was his neighbor. In Criminal Heart, read his interactions and experiences with a man whom God placed in his life whose destructive choices led to murder. Included are lessons illustrated through real life stories that will better enable believers to relate with, and witness to, loved ones in their lives who are drawn toward crime as a result of resisting God.
"Challenged me in my own processing of how I love others and view my discipleship. The content was solid." - editorial comment
"Criminal Heart has given me a renewed motivation to share God's love with others even when it feels awkward/" - Amazon review