Making Sense of the Old Testament

Making Sense of the Old TestamentA noted biblical scholar explores three questions Christians often ask about the Old Testament and provides answers that are both satisfying and understandable.

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all respected scholars in their respective fields

As he discusses the standard topics of dogmatic theology

the authors describe relevant aspects of their own personal journeys

this handbook focuses on the prevailing themes and central messages of the prophetic books

It will energize teachers of writing as they encourage their students to become careful readers and observers

While many New Testament theologies approach the material through a particular thematic construct (e

discipleship

he focuses on Jesus Messiah and his significance for the early church

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