Old Testament Theology

Part of the furor in the Middle East is the identity of Israel. Various sects of Christianity try to tackle its relationship with the nation, kingdom, and homeland of the Jews. With that in mind, this book aims to answer the following question Biblically: Why is the Church not and never will be Israel? Discover: The five main views of the relationship between the Church and Israel The difference between the New Testament and New Covenant (It's not what you think) Why passages that seem to imply that the Church is Israel doesn't actually say so The question is explored in many angles, and...

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.

Christ as seen in the Offerings is a classic work by RF Kingcote which takes up in a simple way some of the offerings mentioned in Leviticus - a book which is commonly passed over as if it were not relevant to us today, but which is full of rich typical teaching.

A theological exposition of the Old Testament Book of Judges. The passages are organized into six Bible studies taken from selected sequential passages of the Biblical text that are 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. Passages include: 2:7-23. Paddling Upstream in a Downstream World 4:1 - 5:3. Examples of God-Led Leadership. 6:1-16; 7:9-15. Fear to Faith 9:1-15, 56-57. The ...

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.

Effective expository sermons communicate the timeless truths of the ancient parables to the modern listener. This book proceed in the following manner:•Chapter II will review the necessity of defining and interpreting the parables in their cultural and theological context.•Chapter III will review the literary nature of the parables and guidelines that the 21st Century preacher might follow in order to interpret and effectively preach them.•Chapter IV will include the steps for the 21st Century preacher to translate the 1st Century parable into a 21st Century context. Here, the parable...

Reading Reading the Old Testament can seem like exploring an old, mysterious mansion, packed with of all sorts of strange rooms. What does this odd and ancient world have to do with us, who are modern followers of Jesus? As it turns out, everything! Every chapter in the Old Testament, in a variety of ways, tells the story that culminates in Jesus the Messiah. What Christians today call the Old Testament is what Jesus and the earliest believers simply called the Scriptures.

A theological exposition of the Old Testament book of Exodus Six 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 Exodus 3:1-11; 4:10-17 A Reluctant Servant Exodus 12:1-14 Christ in the Passover Exodus 14:1-31 Between a Rock and a Hard Place Exodus 16:1-36 God’s Provision Exodus 19:1-...

Ever since he became a Christian at the age of forty, it has been Poirot actor David Suchet's dream to make an audio recording of the Bible. In between filming the final episodes of Poirot, David Suchet spent over 200 hours in the recording studio to create the very first full-length audio version of the NIV Bible spoken by a single British actor. This Old Testament edition is excerpted from that Bible.

A Theological and Exegetical Exposition of the Scripture. Organized into a series of Bible studies that are intended for about 30 minutes of individual study or one hour of small-group study. The Bible book is described verse-by-verse with attention to the historical and literary context as well as its application to daily life. Table of Contents Malachi 1:1-14. A Fruitless Sacrifice Malachi 2:1-17. A Culture in Denial Malachi 3:1-4:6. A Promise of Salvation

A theological and exegetical exposition of the biblical text. Organized into nine independent but biblically sequential Bible studies that are each useful for about 30 minutes of individual Bible study or about an hour of small group study and discussion. This is an ideal resource for teachers of a Bible study from the book of Ecclesiastes. Table of Contents ________________________________________ Ecclesiastes 1:1-2:26. The Futility of Worldly Pursuits. Ecclesiastes 3:1-22. A Time For Every Purpose Under Heaven. Ecclesiastes 5:9-6:12. The Corrupting Power of Wealth. Ecclesiastes 7:1-29. ...

Renowned pastor-theologian Gregory A. Boyd tackles the Bible's biggest dilemma. The Old Testament God of wrath and violence versus the New Testament God of love and peace - it's a difference that has troubled Christians since the first century. Now, with the sensitivity of a pastor and the intellect of a theologian, Gregory A. Boyd proposes the "cruciform hermeneutic", a way to read the Old Testament portraits of God through the lens of Jesus' crucifixion.

An exegetical and theological exposition of the scriptures. Organized as a series of stand-alone Bible studies that can be used for about 30 minutes of individual study, or about one hour of small group study. The focus is on the meaning of the scriptures within their historical context, informed by the original language, grammar, and structure. The commentary in each passage contains application of its truths to the life of the faithful believer. Table of Contents: Micah 1:1-2:5. The Path to Destruction Micah 3:1-12. The Consequence of Ungodly Leadership Micah 4:1-13. The Restoration of ...

Do you ever feel spiritually dry? Venture into this refreshing Bible Study guide: Secrets of the DRY BONES, reopens what many might deem a daunting cold case, a mystery for the ages. The Case File?: Ezekiel 37: 1-14. No doubt about it, Ezekiel's visionary prophecy was an arresting sight. Imagine: a valley, strewn with the dry bones of God's entire household of faith. Even more intriguing was the query God put to the Prophet, Ezekiel: "Can these bones live?" It's a question that still reverberates today. Verse by verse, you'll explore the Scene of the Crime. Narrow down suspects in Whodunit?...

IN his inmost heart every man seeks good and loves God. But God is great, and man is small; good is complex, while passion is simple and insistent. Hence all men forsake the good, and disobey God. This, in the concept form of philosophy, is the truth contained in the historical-pictorial representation that Adam was created holy, and subsequently fell. External quest of goods less than the best is easily forgivable: internal habits of hugging self and pushing God and the good away, though harder to eradicate, are still forgivable. Only the confirmed perversity that hates and despises ...

Discover a timeless journey with One God One People. The Monotheistic Message of the Torah. This enlightening exploration delves into the profound spiritual heritage captured within the ancient scrolls of the Torah. As you turn each page, uncover the profound wisdom and enduring relevance of its teachings, which have guided people for millennia. This book sheds light on the central theme of monotheism that weaves through the narratives, laws, and prophetic visions of the Torah, illustrating how the belief in one God has shaped societies, cultures, and personal faith throughout history. ...

'Reconstructing the Heart' is an honest look at what it means to be emotional in all the right ways. As the reader will learn, the “right” ways are determined by the ethical/judicial presuppositions and actions we use when deploying our emotions. Because of the abhorrent assumptions and influence of Greek philosophy, many Christians today are left without a proper understanding of what it means to be righteously and biblically emotional. Reconstructing the Heart is a technical and practical look at how to reclaim your emotions from the clutches of sin and bad theology. The reader will ...

Dig deep into the plain meaning of the Bible’s stories and commandments Would you like to know what the Old Testament (Pentateuch) is all about from a Jewish point of view? This book reveals the morals, ethics, and ideas behind the stories and commandments of one of the oldest books in the history of mankind – a book that serves as the foundation of Jewish and Christian religion. Given the difficult Hebrew in which the Old Testament was written and how challenging it is to translate and to explain, the author wanted to offer to the reader the simple meaning of the text (p’shat) in ...

Your Old Testament Sermon Needs to Get Saved is a practical handbook for preaching Christ from the Old Testament. The book provides a comprehensive but simple hermeneutic for discerning how Jesus is present on every page of the Hebrew Scriptures. You’ll learn why and how to preach Christ from the Old Testament while experiencing the beauty of discovering and teaching how the saving work of Christ permeates the first two-thirds of the bible.

This thought-provoking audiobook helps listeners reconcile the teachings of the Bible with the widely held evolutionary view of beginnings and will appeal to anyone interested in the Christianity-evolution debate.