A general reference work is a resource that provides information on a wide variety of subjects. These include; dictionaries, encyclopedias, handbooks, thesauruses, etc. Reference sources are a good starting point to become familiar with a research topic, which should utlimately go beyond these resources into academic books and scholarly journals.
Biblical Reference
Putting the Truth to Work: the theory of practical bible application
BS 538.3 D67 2001
Quick Scripture Reference for Counseling
BR 115 .C69 K78 2000
Quick Scripture Reference for Counseling Women
BV 4445 .M55 2002