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In this comprehensive exposition, a leading New Testament scholar explores the unfolding theological unity of the entire Bible from the vantage point of the New Testament. G. K. Beale, coeditor of the award-winning Commentary on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament, examines how the New Testament storyline relates to and develops the Old Testament storyline. Beale argues that every major concept of the New Testament is a development of a concept from the Old and is to be understood as a facet of the inauguration of the latter-day new creation and kingdom.

This Biblical Theology of the Old Testament sheds light on the events, speeches, discourses and doctrines of the New Testament. The author’s five centers or motifs can stand alone for study and teaching; yet they are intertwined building on each other to arrive at a biblical understanding of Yahweh God and His ways for humanity. Structural Center: Covenants-Kingdom-Messiah-Land Ethical Center: The Law Prophetical Center: Encouragers, Enforcers & Predictors Historical Center: Man and Israel—A Redeemed People Divine Center: Autobiography of God The fifth center concludes with an in-depth ...

The Old Testament is part of the inspired Word of God that we Christians call sccripture. Yet it is often misunderstood or flat out ignored. In this book, William Hemsworth writes a collection of essays to help understand some of the common themes and issues that one may confront in the Old Testament. Understanding the Old Testament is vital if we are to understand the New Testament properly. This book will help do just that.

Serious students of the Bible quickly discover the diversity that stems from the human origins of Scripture, such as different authors writing in different times, places, genres, and languages. Written by an expert in biblical theology, this short, accessible book helps listeners understand the unity that springs from the divine authorship of Scripture and how the whole Bible fits together.

A theological exposition of the Old Testament book of GenesisEighteen select biblical passages are organized into sequential Bible studies that are each appropriate for about one hour of small-group discussion or about 30 minutes of personal devotion. The passages are presented with an emphasis on the history and context of the writings, and its application both in the early church and in the church today. Table of Contents ________________________________________ Genesis 1:1-25. God as Creator Genesis 1:26-2:25. Created in God’s Image Genesis 3:1-13. The Ultimate Temptation Genesis 3:14-...

The authors of the New Testament regularly quote and allude to Old Testament passages that point to the presence, person, and work of Jesus. Jesus himself claimed that Moses wrote about him (John 5:46). And on the road to Emmaus, Jesus instructed the disciples from "Moses and all the prophets"...

Systematic Theology for Kids: Finding Jesus in the Old and New Testaments by Chuck Brooks Systematic Theology for Kids, Finding Jesus in the Old & New Testaments is a fun, engaging, and biblically faithful introduction to the core truths of the Christian faith—written especially for children. Designed for parents, teachers, and church leaders who want to help kids grasp who God is and how the whole Bible points to Jesus, this book takes young readers on a journey through key doctrines using simple language, memorable illustrations, and age-appropriate questions. Covering foundational ...

Established in 2000, The purpose of the Journal of Biblical Theology is to provide an outlet for theologians and theology students in the field of Biblical Theology to share their research in a peer-reviewed journal environment. Consequently, papers are invited to be submitted by graduate students and those who have completed graduate degrees in any field of Christian theology and/or biblical studies. Each volume of the Journal contains a minimum of twelve articles submitted by authors from around the world that address a wide range of topics in the field of Christian Theology. The Journal ...

Thomas Schreiner, a respected scholar and a trusted voice for many students and pastors, offers a substantial and accessibly written overview of the whole Bible. He traces the storyline of the scriptures from the standpoint of biblical theology, examining the overarching message that is conveyed throughout. Schreiner emphasizes three interrelated and unified themes that stand out in the biblical narrative: God as Lord, human beings as those who are made in God's image, and the land or place in which God's rule is exercised.

What Happened In The 400 Years God Seemed Silent? For centuries, Christians have wrestled with a haunting question: What unfolded between the last words of the Old Testament and the first cries of the New? Was God truly silent, or was history being shaped in hidden ways to prepare for Christ’s arrival? The Missing Story Between Malachi and Matthew Most believers skip over this mysterious “intertestamental period,” leaving a gaping hole in their understanding of Scripture. Without it, the political tensions, cultural upheavals, and religious divisions of the New Testament world seem ...

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, The Message of the Prophets: Audio Lectures includes high quality live-recordings of college-level lectures that cover the...

An exegetical and theological exposition of the Old Testament book of Second Samuel Seven select biblical passages are organized into sequential Bible studies that are each appropriate for about one hour of small-group discussion or about 30 minutes of personal devotion. The passages are presented with an emphasis on the history and context of the writings, and its application both in the early church and in the church today. Table of Contents 1:17-2:7 Responding to Life’s Losses 7:1-29 Building a House of Integrity 11:1-27;12:1-13 Acknowledging Our Sin 13:1-22 Domestic Violence and Abuse...

This book set gives you 12 course texts with 7 chapters each, so you can actually finish what you start and feel real progress. What’s in it for you is simple: you stop feeling lost in the Bible and start understanding what you are reading and why it matters. You learn the Bible’s world first, which helps you catch details that most people miss about travel, family life, work, politics, worship, and even archaeology. Then you get a clear “how to read the Bible” tool kit, so you can handle hard passages without guessing or grabbing random verses. After that, the Old Testament surveys...

Michael McGarry explores the foundation of youth ministry in the Old and New Testaments and brings that together with Church history in a compelling way. This contemplative and well-researched book provides a careful critique of youth ministry along with practical guidance for those serving in ministry.

What if Jesus Himself told you the story of the Exodus? In this groundbreaking work of biblical fiction, experience the greatest liberation story in human history through the eyes of the One who was there from the beginning. Jesus Christ narrates the epic journey from Egyptian slavery to freedom, revealing intimate details, profound connections, and theological insights that only the divine Word could provide. "Come back to me. Sit here again beside these ancient sands, where the wind carries echoes of chains and the memory of tears..." From the burning bush encounter with Moses to the ...

Over the past hundred years, scholars have attacked the historical truth of the Gospels and argued that they were originally anonymous and filled with contradictions. In The Case for Jesus, Brant Pitre taps into the wells of Christian scripture, history, and tradition to ask and answer a number...

Short, Accessible Guide to Biblical Theology Helps Churches Avoid Heretical Doctrine.

“The covenant is the Lord’s blueprint for lifting the people of the earth to a higher plain – to walk before Him and be perfect.” – Thomas G. Davies In perhaps the most exhaustive and complete historical investigation of God’s covenants with Man and the Ten Commandments, biblical scholar Thomas G. Davies and his son reveal a new understanding of God’s Word, the establishment of Zion, and the basis for the Christian, Jewish and Mormon faiths in Covenant Makers. Davies takes readers far beyond traditional Bible study and church sermon discussions of the Abrahamic covenant and ...

"Possibilities and Limits of Intertextuality for the Interpretation of Biblical Texts” examines the interpretive challenges posed by difficult biblical passages and explores how intertextuality can serve as a methodological tool for their analysis. The study aims to assess the effectiveness of intertextual approaches when applied to recurring theological and literary themes that span both the Old and New Testaments—such as the motif of the righteous who dies and is restored to life in the Psalms, the “Day of YHWH” in the prophetic writings, and the love narrative in the Song of ...

God's identity is beyond what we could ever fully express in human words. But Scripture uses one particular word to describe the distinctiveness of God's character: the Hebrew word hesed. Hesed is a concept so rich in meaning that it doesn't translate well into any single English word or phrase. Michael Card unpacks the many dimensions of hesed, often expressed as lovingkindness, covenant faithfulness, or steadfast love. He explores how hesed is used in the Old Testament to reveal God's character and how he relates to his people.