Context
Putting Scripture in its Place

I remember first hearing Chris Tomlin's inescapable 2010 mega hit, "I Will Follow", with its attention grabbing first chorus ("Where you go, I'll go / where you stay I'll stay...") and thinking... isn't that a verse from Ruth? "I Will Follow" is a jam, but, those words aren't spoken to God in the Bib......more

I’d gladly give Context five stars but there were too many printing mistakes. (I’m an old newspaper guy.) The book is a really good deep dive into Scripture and I wish I’d read it long ago. I’ll gladly keep following Mr. Scott’s work.......more

The book Context by Josh Scott I liked this book. I do kind of wish he included more examples, though. I think he could have possibly left out “I know the plans I have for you” and the “I can do all things through Christ”, only because these two examples are everywhere. You cannot look up online exam......more

An easy read with a meaningful impact, Josh engages with scripture the way Jesus exemplified: through the lens of love. This book is the perfect example of how progressive Christianity not only takes the Bible seriously, but strives to make the world a better, more loving and inclusive place through......more

Loved this! I’m one to always examine the context of a Bible story or passage. Josh Scott does his homework to truly examine in depth some well known stories that we often misinterpret through our prejudices or general lack of knowledge of the times and context in which they were written. Plus, my S......more