Understanding Scripture
An Overview of the Bible's Origin, Reliability, and Meaning
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Why is the Bible trustworthy?
Does archaeology confirm what the Bible says?
How do I interpret the Bible?
The Bible is the most important book in the world. But questions like these puzzle believers and unbelievers alike. Editors and scholars Wayne Grudem, C. John Collins, and Thomas Schreiner recognize the challenge we all face and offer this volume to help us properly understand the Bible.
Covering a diverse range of essential subjects, including how to read the Bible well and why it is reliable, these eighteen essays delve into specific topics such as world religions, canon, and archaeology. Pastors, lay leaders, students, and other Christians engaged in studying God's Word will benefit from this collection, written by notable contributors, including J. I. Packer, John Piper, Daniel B. Wallace, and Vern Poythress.
Useful as both a general overview of the Bible and as a tool for more specific reference and training, this book will help you grow in your understanding of Scripture and your ability to apply the Bible to life.
Wayne A. Grudem
Wayne Grudem is distinguished research professor of Theology and Biblical Studies at Phoenix Seminary in Phoenix, Arizona. He holds degrees from Harvard (AB), Westminster Theological Seminary (MDiv, DD), and Cambridge (PhD). He is the author of more than 30 books including the bestselling Systematic Theology.
C. John Collins
C. John Collins (PhD, University of Liverpool) is Professor of Old Testament at Covenant Theological Seminary. Chair of the Old Testament translation committee for the English Standard Version, he is the author of Genesis 1-4: A Linguistic, Literary, and Theological Commentary; The God of Miracles: An Exegetical Examination of God’s Action in the World; Science and Faith: Friends or Foes? and Did Adam and Eve Really Exist? Who They Were and Why You Should Care.
Thomas R. Schreiner
Thomas R. Schreiner (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is the James Harrison Buchanan Professor of New Testament Interpretation at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky, where he has taught since 1997. He has also taught at Azusa Pacific University and Bethel Theological Seminary. His extensive writings include commentaries on Romans, 1 Corinthians, Galatians, Hebrews, 1-2 Peter and Jude, and Revelation. Schreiner has also written theologies of Paul, the New Testament, and the whole Bible. In addition, he has served for many years in pastoral ministry.
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