The Story of Scripture: An Introduction to Biblical Theology (Hobbs College Library)
Overview
Although the Bible contains sixty-six books, written by forty authors, it is one book written by one author, the Holy Spirit, with one subject: Jesus Christ. How do these books, from Genesis to Revelation, fit together? The Story of Scripture guides the reader through the four major themes of the Bible—Creation, Fall, Redemption, New Creation—showing how each individual book of the Bible tells a cohesive story centered on Jesus.
- Explores how the bible is composed of a single redemptive narrative
- Seeks to provide a clear and understandable introduction to Biblical Theology to map the theological unity presented in Scripture
- Provides tools and knowledge for growing in the faith and for effective ministry
Top Highlights
“In other words, the Bible is ultimately one book given by one author for one purpose. The Bible is a trinitarian book. Scripture is given by the Father to reveal the Son by the power of the Spirit.” (Page 9)
“Biblical theology, then, helps us to see the end goal of the biblical narrative—Jesus—as well as how its different parts fit into that one main Christological pathway of Scripture.” (Page 18)
“The two main tools we can use to do this are typology and intertextuality” (Page 82)
“This brings us back to the two aspects of Scripture that unite the Bible’s sixty-six books into one book—its subject matter and its structure. The subject matter is Jesus, and we see how passages point to Jesus through understanding their place in the structure of Scripture. The next two chapters will articulate the broad structure of the Bible, or the grand narrative of Scripture, but for now we can summarize it as Creation, Fall, Redemption, Restoration (or New Creation).12 The Bible begins with God’s creation of the world and its fall into sin through Adam and Eve, and then the rest of Scripture is taken up with the story of God’s plan to redeem the cosmos. Situating a particular passage within this big picture is vital to biblical theology and biblical interpretation.” (Pages 11–12)
“Its purpose is to make the one God, Yahweh, known to his people, his people who have been redeemed through his covenant-keeping work.” (Page 9)
“It takes a courageous author to write an introduction to biblical theology, and Matt Emerson has written a careful and compelling work. The Story of Scripture is thoroughly biblical and immensely helpful, showing how all the parts of the redemptive narrative point to Jesus. This work helps us see the striking beauty of the story of Scripture and leads us to respond in worship of the Savior.”
Matt Boswell, hymn writer, founder, Doxology and Theology; and pastor of ministries and worship, Providence Church, Frisco, TX
“I believe it’s a sign of spiritual health that so many evangelicals have become interested in biblical theology. You hold in your hands (or see on your screen!) the best brief introduction to the discipline. In The Story of Scripture Matt Emerson expertly translates technical concepts for general readers and thoughtfully applies biblical theology to life and ministry. The result is an indispensable resource and an excellent first entry in a promising series that will do much to equip pastors, strengthen churches, and advance Christ’s kingdom.”
Nathan A. Finn, dean of the School of Theology and Missions and professor of Christian thought and tradition, Union University
“The Story of Scripture provides a robust perspective that speaks to the coherency and the unity of God’s redemptive narrative. This book vigorously testifies to the person and work of Jesus Christ as the central theme of the Bible in a way that is informative and encouraging. Matthew Emerson has given us a resource that will serve both the pulpit and the pew well. It is with great enthusiasm that I recommend this work.”
Earon M. James Sr., lead teaching pastor, Relevant Life Church, Pace, FL
- Title: The Story of Scripture: An Introduction to Biblical Theology
- Authors: Matthew Y. Emerson, Heath A. Thomas
- Series: Hobbs College Library
- Publisher: B&H
- Print Publication Date: 2017
- Logos Release Date: 2021
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Biblia › Teología
- ISBNs: 9781087796505, 9781462758760, 1462758754, 9781462758753, 1462758762, 1087796504
- Resource ID: LLS:9781462758760
- Resource Type: text.monograph.biblical-theology
- Metadata Last Updated: 2024-03-06T20:42:05Z