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- Publisher: Kregel Academic & Professional
- Publication Date: November 2020
- ISBN: FDEROUJA____40QUESTIONSABOUTBIBL9780825445606
40 Questions about Biblical Theology (40 Questions)
- What type of biblical theology will we choose?
- What overall story does the Bible tell?
- How should we understand the relationship between the Old and New Testaments?
- How does our topic fit within salvation history?
- How do we apply the truths we discover? 40 Questions About Biblical Theology provides resources to answer these key questions in order to guide readers in their own study and practice of biblical theology. Other vital topics the authors address include how to understand typology, key themes in biblical theology, and how Christians should relate to Old Testament promises. Ideal for courses on biblical theology, for pastors, and for anyone who teaches or interprets Scripture, 40 Questions on Biblical Theology will deepen your understanding and application of the whole counsel of God.
Jason S. DeRouchie (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) currently serves as Research Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has written numerous articles and books that wrestle with the message of the Old Testament and its relationship to Christians, including What the Old Testament Authors Really Cared About and How to Understand and Apply the Old Testament. For nearly two decades he has proclaimed the excellencies of Christ and sought to nurture hope in the gospel from the whole of Scripture through his local church and academic ministry.
Andrew David Naselli serves as associate professor of systematic theology and New Testament at Bethlehem College and Seminary in Minneapolis and as a pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church.
Oren Martin (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is assistant professor of Christian theology at Southern Seminary and Boyce College. He is the author of Bound for the Promised Land and is the series editor of Short Studies in Systematic Theology. Martin has published articles and book reviews for various publications including the Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, Trinity Journal, the Journal for Biblical Manhood and Womanhood, and The Gospel Coalition. He is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and currently serves as a pastor at Clifton Baptist Church. Martin is married to Cindy and they have three children: Jonathan, Anna, and Benjamin.
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“A bag of gold. DeRouchie, Martin, and Naselli gift the church with an abundance of riches. These three fine scholars examine biblical theology from every conceivable angle—definition, methodology, hermeneutics, theology, typology, storyline of the Bible, and the use of the Old Testament in the New Testament, to name a few. This volume is a wonderful entry point into the vast and complex field of biblical theology. My prayer is that lay people, students, pastors, and teachers would take up and read.”
Benjamin L. Gladd
Associate Professor of New Testament, Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, MS
“This is not only a book for professionals and scholars; this is a book that every serious student of the Bible should own and refer to often. Although it proceeds on the basis of the evangelical faith, Christians of all persuasions will find this a mine of well-organized, clearly written, comprehensive, informative, and easy to understand discussions of the forty questions posed. The matters dealt with are not only relevant to those who focus on biblical theology as a discipline, but also concern the formation of systematic, historical, practical, and homiletic theology. The authors have used every means at their disposal to make this the kind of reference book in which every aspect of biblical theology is pre- sented in a format that makes the information easy to find. I wish I had had a book like this when—over sixty years ago—I began my own journey in biblical theology.”
Graeme Goldsworthy
Lecturer Emeritus in Biblical Theology, Old Testament, and Hermeneutics Moore Theological College, Sydney, Australia
“When people get a taste of biblical theology, it makes them hungry for more. They wonder where this way of understanding the Bible has been all their lives. They want to know how they can learn more. I’ll be telling them that 40 Questions About Biblical Theology is a great place to start and that it will continue to be a terrific resource to keep coming back to.”
Nancy Guthrie
Teacher, Biblical Theology Workshops for Women; Author of Even Better Than Eden
“Good biblical theology is needed for a faithful and full reading of the Bible; it is thus es- sential for Christian living and teaching. 40 Questions About Biblical Theology provides the framework and theory by answering questions in bite-sized chapters. Examples of biblical-theological themes and readings of Bible passages highlight the value of this approach and draw out the richness of God’s Word. More than just an introduction, DeRouchie, Martin, and Naselli’s book also provides a snapshot of the discipline in 2020, with references for the interested reader to chase. This book helps us see how the whole Bible fits together and points to and is fulfilled in Christ, and as such, is a great safeguard against moralism. Highly recommended for Christians the world over.”
Peter H. W. Lau
Researcher and Writer, OMF International; Old Testament Book Review Editor, Themelios
“When three scholars who are committed to the Bible as the inspired Word of God com- bine efforts to write a book like this, you should not be surprised that you have a land- mark product in your hands. Study biblical theology! When well understood, it is like a well-cut diamond that sparkles and bounces the light of Christ on every page of the Bible, leaving you worshipping the God of history as the God of wonders. Get this book, because it not only teaches you biblical theology, but also leaves you with a growing ap- petite for God’s Word.”
Conrad Mbewe
Pastor, Kabwata Baptist Church, Lusaka, Zambia
“I was thrilled to see Kregel take on the subject of biblical theology in this particular series because the format makes this vitally important subject accessible to readers. I was doubly thrilled to see the trio of profs who wrote it! Pastors will benefit from 40 Questions About Biblical Theology because it contains important Christ-exalting obser- vations and implications for the church and is written with a pastoral tone throughout. Professors will benefit from it as they look for supplemental texts on the subject. Church members will gain a good understanding of the themes and the redemptive storyline of Scripture. And I wouldn’t hesitate handing this book to some inquisitive skeptics, since I find the unity of the Bible to be a powerful apologetic—one that we should not overlook when giving a defense of the faith. May all who read it walk away with a deeper love for Jesus our Savior, who is magnified throughout the pages of Holy Scripture.”
Tony Merida
Pastor for Preaching, Imago Dei Church, Raleigh, NC; Dean, Grimké Seminary; Director for Theological Training, Acts 29
“Biblical theology is among the most contested and misunderstood disciplines of bib- lical and theological study. It is also among the richest and most rewarding. And faithful teaching and preaching of the Bible depends on a clear understanding of biblical the- ology. This lucid and engaging 40 Questions volume is a comprehensive guide to its definition, presuppositions, major themes, and applications. Highly recommended for students and ministers alike.”
Brian S. Rosner
Principal, Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia
“DeRouchie, Martin, and Naselli have written a beautifully clear introduction to biblical theology. They explain what biblical theology is, unpack how it works by considering key topics, illustrate it by considering central texts, and apply it to our lives today. We also benefit as readers in having an Old Testament scholar, a New Testament scholar, and a systematic theologian working together on the project. Their interdisciplinary collabora- tion gives the book both depth and breadth. I recommend enthusiastically this introduc- tion to biblical theology.”
Thomas R. Schreiner
James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation and Associate Dean, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
“What is biblical theology? What does it include? How do we do it? What themes can we better understand from it? How does it help us, as individuals and as the church? Old Testament scholar Jason DeRouchie, New Testament scholar Andy Naselli, and system- atic theologian Oren Martin team up to address these questions and more. The result is this valuable, perceptive, and noteworthy volume.”
Christopher W. Morgan
Dean and Professor of Theology, School of Christian Ministries, California Baptist University
“Biblical theology can look like a maze with many twists and turns for novices and for experts—if there is an expert in Scripture. With the many intricacies, the more guides one has the better, as with many counselors success is most achievable. Here we have three escorts to lead us through the maze to behold the King in his beauty. These pastor- scholars have composed a primer to biblical theology that answers some of the most puz- zling questions in the field. They do not disappoint as ushers into the world of biblical theology, giving us tools to mine the treasures of Christ. I heartily recommend this work.”
Dieudonné Tamfu
Pastor, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Yaoundé, Cameroon; Assistant Professor of Bible and Theology and Executive Director of Cameroon Extension Site, Bethlehem College & Seminary
“DeRouchie, Martin, and Naselli present the essence of biblical theology in moving and captivating ways. Though the level of scholarship is high, the question-and-answer format allows one to read and comprehend without difficulty. By defining, comparing, illustrating, and applying biblical theology, the authors magnify the overarching story- line of Scripture in such a vivid way that none can miss it. The book answers the key questions in the discipline and will serve as a foundational textbook. But even more, readers will not escape the intense urge to worship the Triune God as they grow in their understanding of the great salvation that Messiah Jesus has accomplished! DeRouchie, Martin, and Naselli have given us a treasure that needs to be in the hands of pastors, laypersons, and scholars alike”
Frew Tamrat
Principal, Evangelical Theological College, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
“In every era, the church stands or falls on its knowledge of the triune God from Scripture. Apart from the exposition and application of ‘the whole counsel of God,’ the church will endlessly drift and wander. This is why the study of biblical theology is so important. Biblical theology is the theological discipline that seeks to understand all that Scripture teaches on its own terms. In this very helpful book, our authors introduce the reader to the study of biblical theology and its importance for the life and health of the church. By thinking through different approaches to biblical theology and then illus- trating how biblical theology is done in practice, this book is a valuable resource for all those who want to know Scripture better.”
Stephen J. Wellum
Professor of Christian Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
“This is an outstanding resource for the study of biblical theology. The question-and- answer format makes it ideal for both classroom instruction and self-study. Not only do the authors define and compare approaches to biblical theology (Parts 1–2), but they also illustrate and apply it (Parts 3–5) from a variety of important angles. DeRouchie, Martin, and Naselli are to be commended for their work in the service of the church.”
Miles V. Van Pelt
Alan Hayes Belcher Jr. Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Languages, Director of the Summer Institute for Biblical Languages, and Academic Dean, Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, MS
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- What type of biblical theology will we choose?
- What overall story does the Bible tell?
- How should we understand the relationship between the Old and New Testaments?
- How does our topic fit within salvation history?
- How do we apply the truths we discover? 40 Questions About Biblical Theology provides resources to answer these key questions in order to guide readers in their own study and practice of biblical theology. Other vital topics the authors address include how to understand typology, key themes in biblical theology, and how Christians should relate to Old Testament promises. Ideal for courses on biblical theology, for pastors, and for anyone who teaches or interprets Scripture, 40 Questions on Biblical Theology will deepen your understanding and application of the whole counsel of God.
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Product Details
- Cover Type:
- 480 Pages
- Publisher: Kregel Academic & Professional
- Publication Date: November 2020
- ISBN: FDEROUJA____40QUESTIONSABOUTBIBL9780825445606