How to Understand and Apply the Old Testament

How to Understand and Apply the Old Testament
Author: Jason Shane DeRouchie
Publisher: P & R Publishing
Total Pages:
Release: 2017
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781629952451

The Old Testament was Jesus' Bibleand it's all about him. As he explained to the disciples on the Emmaus road, a correct understanding of those Scriptures is vital to our faith and hope. For anyone looking to interpret the Old Testament wisely and well, Jason DeRouchie provides a logical twelve-stage process to deepen understanding, taking us from an analysis of a passage's genre all the way to its practical application. Hebrew grammar, historical context, biblical theologyand much moreare also studied. Learn how to track an author's thought-flow, grasp the text's message, and apply the ancient Word in this modern world, all in light of Christ's redeeming work. Then plunge into DeRouchie's recommended resources to go further in your studies every step of the way.

Unlocking the Bible

Unlocking the Bible
Author: David Pawson
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 1038
Release: 2012-06-14
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0007378920

David Pawson presents a unique overview of both the Old and New Testaments.

Understanding Old Testament Theology

Understanding Old Testament Theology
Author: Brittany Kim
Publisher: Zondervan Academic
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2020-12-22
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310106486

The discipline of Old Testament theology seeks to provide us with a picture of YHWH and his relationship to the world as described in the Old Testament. But within this discipline, there are many disagreements about the key issues and methodologies: Is the Old Testament unified in some way? Should the context of the theologian play a role in interpretation? Should Old Testament theology merely describe what ancient Israel believed, or should it offer guidance for the church today? What is the relationship between history and theology? All these considerations and more result in so many different kinds of Old Testament theologies (and so many publications), that it's difficult for students, pastors, and laity to productively study this already complex field. In Understanding Old Testament Theology, professors Brittany Kim and Charlie Trimm provide an overview of the contemporary approaches to Old Testament theology. In three main sections, they explore various approaches: Part I examines approaches that ground Old Testament theology in history. Part II surveys approaches that foreground Old Testament theme(s). Part III considers approaches that highlight different contexts for doing Old Testament theology. Each main chapter describes both common features of the approach and points of tension and then offers a test case illuminating how it has been applied to the book of Exodus. Through reading this book, you’ll hopefully come to see the Old Testament in a fresh light—as something that’s alive and active, continually drawing us into deeper encounters with the living God.

The Problem of the Old Testament

The Problem of the Old Testament
Author: Duane A. Garrett
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 412
Release: 2020-12-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0830843779

Christians throughout church history have struggled with the Old Testament—defining it, interpreting it, and reconciling it with the New Testament. In this thorough, accessible work, Duane A. Garrett surveys three primary methods Christians have used to handle the Old Testament, offering a way forward that is faithful to the text and to the Christian faith.

Giving the Sense

Giving the Sense
Author: Michael A. Grisanti
Publisher: Kregel Academic
Total Pages: 484
Release: 2003
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780825428920

This collection of essays covers the four major periods of Israel's history and explores the theological, literary, historical, and archaeological dimensions of each era.

Understanding Old Testament Ethics

Understanding Old Testament Ethics
Author: John Barton
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2003-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664225964

Written by one of the world's most widely respected biblical scholars, this volume sets out detailed recommendations for the future of the discipline.

Old Testament Times

Old Testament Times
Author: R. K. Harrison
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005-08-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780801012860

Recent years have seen a renewed interest in the study of background materials relating to Scripture. More and more Christians are seeking out resources that will help them understand the culture of the times when the Bible was written. Indeed, to fully understand the Old Testament, one must first understand the social, historical, and political forces that affected its writers. Old Testament Times explores and explains the characters and events of the Old Testament in historical perspective. Being released for the first time in a full-color edition, this guide includes - thirty-two maps - seventy photos - eight charts - five illustrations Pastors, small groups, and anyone wishing for a better understanding of biblical times will find an excellent tool in this comprehensive handbook written by one of America's foremost biblical scholars.

Making Sense of the Old Testament

Making Sense of the Old Testament
Author: Tremper Longman III
Publisher: Baker Academic
Total Pages: 160
Release: 1998
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0801058287

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

Understanding the Old Testament

Understanding the Old Testament
Author: Baruch Sarel
Publisher: Carta Jerusalem
Total Pages: 46
Release: 1997
Genre: Reference
ISBN:

Understanding the Old Testament: An Introductory Atlas to the Hebrew Bible provides a well-structured, comprehensive framework for the Hebrew Bible that places biblical events and persons within a concrete historical and geographical context. This composite introduction to the Hebrew Bible comes with illuminating texts, maps, chronologies, and charts, as well as a special section on the Hebrew alphabet and calendar. All major empires, battles, and events are covered in an eye-catching format. This atlas of the Bible will answer nearly all of the questions you've always wanted to ask about the Old Testament and some you didn't even know to ask!