Joshua: A Theological Exposition of Sacred Scripture (Concordia Commentary | CC)
Overview
Joshua narrates Israel’s conquest and inheritance of the Promised Land in fulfillment of God's gracious plan. Joshua prefigures Christ as he faithfully leads God’s people, like the church militant, through battle into triumph.
This commentary explores the history, culture, archaeology, and theology of the book to deepen faith in the victorious Savior of all peoples. It focuses on the faithfulness of God and how He kept His covenant promises, which are fulfilled in Christ. Throughout the commentary, the author's intimate knowledge of the Holy Land and his experience as a missionary and pastor bring the biblical text to life.
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- Bibliographical references and index
- Preface by the author
- A theological exposition of sacred Scripture
Top Highlights
“Its canonicity rests on its inherent quality as a text inspired by God to convey his message of salvation by his grace.” (Page 1)
“Real estate for one nation, however, is not the Lord’s ultimate goal. In his promises to Abraham, the Lord links the land to the blessing that will come to all nations through the land’s eventual Heir, Jesus Christ (Gen 12:1–7; Gal 3:16).” (Page 54)
“A detail not mentioned in the orders of the Lord to Joshua in 6:2–5 comes out in Joshua’s command in 6:10. Everyone is to be silent during the seven days until Joshua gives the command for the loud shout. There shall be complete silence except for the sound of the trumpets as the city is circled thirteen times! Think of the tension that verbal silence must have created within Jericho, and the sense of awe among the Israelites. This atmosphere is in keeping with the judgment of the Lord marching ever closer to the unrepentant city.” (Page 282)
“The drama in Josh 2:1–7 is intense. The facts themselves make it so: spies, a prostitute, a king in panic, cover blown, a cover-up, the dark cover of night, men covered by flax on a roof, a misguided wild chase, and a quick closing gate that squeaks of Canaanite fears. The author captures the drama as he mixes direct quotes with brief commentary. The Spirit and his chosen writers of salvation history are not bland narrators.” (Page 119)
“Josh 3:4 serves as an excellent text for occasions when believers are entering new territory: a new year, a new relationship, a new era in life, a new community, and so on. We follow the Lord into fresh ground when—in respect, love, and trust—we seek strength and guidance from his Word, pray for his constant presence, and cast all our anxieties on him.” (Page 157)
- Title: Concordia Commentary: Joshua
- Author: Adolph L. Harstad
- Publisher: Concordia Publishing House
- Pages: 944
