30 Old Testament Passages with Deeper..., Michael Williams
30 Old Testament Passages with Deeper..., Michael Williams
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30 Old Testament Passages with Deeper Meaning
The Surprising Significance of Seemingly Ordinary Verses

Author: Michael Williams

Narrator: Mel Foster

Unabridged: 6 hr 23 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 05/02/2023

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included

Synopsis

Feed your curiosity of the Bible by exploring the deeper meaning behind familiar Old Testament passages.Below the surface of every seemingly ordinary Bible verse lies a deeper meaning just waiting to be discovered. And these hidden insights aren't just reserved for scholars, academics, or pastors. Anyone who knows where to look can uncover the surprisingly significant messages that the biblical authors intended for us to hear.In 30 Old Testament Passages with Deeper Meaning, Michael Williams seeks to lead believers to a deeper comprehension and appreciation of biblical truth. In each easy-to-read chapter, Williams focuses on one Old Testament verse or passage, and:Examines its cultural, historical, linguistic, and/or theological context.Explains how it is enhanced by the added context and perspective.Provides questions to facilitate further reflection, study, and discussion. Helping to bridge the gap between the academy and the church, this broadly accessible and edifying book will help everyday Christians get more out of their Bible. Plus, the insightful questions at the end of each chapter make this an ideal small group, Bible study, or expository preaching resource.Tables, reflection prompts, and a select bibliography are included in the audiobook companion PDF download.

About Michael Williams

Michael Williams (PhD, University of Pennsylvania) is Emeritus Senior Professor of Old Testament Studies at Calvin Theological Seminary, a member of the NIV Committee on Bible Translation and the Chairman of the NIrV Committee. He is the author of Deception in Genesis, The Prophet and His Message, Basics of Ancient Ugaritic, The Biblical Hebrew Companion for Bible Software Users, How to Read the Bible through the Jesus Lens, Hidden Prophets of the Bible and is editor and contributor of Mishneh Todah. His passion is to provide curious believers with knowledge of the Old Testament and its culture so that they may grow in their comprehension and appreciation of redemptive history and be adequately prepared to promote and defend the faith through word and action. Michael resides in Florida with his wife, Dawn.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Dann

This book has 30 short chapters that make for good daily devotional reading. Some chapters I found more interesting than others, but I'm sure others will enjoy the chapters that held less of my attention. Each chapter lays out an OT passage, explains the deeper meaning, and then tries to tie it to C......more

Goodreads review by Kj

What a gift! Many treasures of the Bible are hidden from most modern readers. Michael kindly unearths a few that opened my eyes to the depth and meaning in these passages.......more

Goodreads review by Benjamin

I tell my exegesis students to pay attention to what they read. The title of this book may make it sound like some sort of "Bible code" nonsense, but it's not. It is an exercise in teaching the reader how to read the Bible by paying attention to what you read, especially if you have some grasp of th......more

Goodreads review by D.

Easy read, but a solid little book on hermeneutics. I’d recommend to anyone starting out in scriptural interpretation.......more

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