40 Questions About Biblical Theology

An accessible survey of the meaning, methodologies, themes, and applications of biblical theologyTo understand what the entire Bible teaches about any given subject, we must practice biblical theology. By surveying the whole canon of Scripture, we can best discern what God has revealed about any particular issue. But doing so requires answering a number of important questions:• What type of biblical theology will we choose?• What overall story does the Bible tell?• How should we understand the relationship between the Old and New Testaments?• How does our topic fit within salvation history?• How do we apply the truths we discover?40 Questions About Biblical Theology provides resources to answer these key questions in order to guide readers in their own study and practice of biblical theology. Other vital topics the authors address include how to understand typology, key themes in biblical theology, and how Christians should relate to Old Testament promises.Ideal for courses on biblical theology, for pastors, and for anyone who teaches or interprets Scripture, 40 Questions on Biblical Theology will deepen your understanding and application of the whole counsel of God.Review“A bag of gold. DeRouchie, Martin, and Naselli gift the church with an abundance of riches. These three fine scholars examine biblical theology from every conceivable angle?definition, methodology, hermeneutics, theology, typology, storyline of the Bible, and the use of the Old Testament in the New Testament, to name a few. This volume is a wonderful entry point into the vast and complex field of biblical theology. My prayer is that lay people, students, pastors, and teachers would take up and read.” -- Benjamin L. Gladd, Associate Professor of New Testament, Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, MS Published On: 2020-07-28“This is not only a book for professionals and scholars; this is the book that every serious student of the Bible should own and refer to often. Although it proceeds on the basis of the evangelical faith, Christians of all persuasions will find this a mine of well-organized, clearly written, comprehensive, informative, and easy to understand discussions of the forty questions posed. The matters dealt with are not only relevant to those who focus on biblical theology as a discipline, but also concern the formation of systematic, historical, practical, and homiletic theology. The authors have used every means at their disposal to make this the kind of reference book in which every aspect of biblical theology is presented in a format that makes the information easy to find. I wish I had had a book like this when?over sixty years ago?I began my own journey in biblical theology.” -- Graeme Goldsworthy, former lecturer in Biblical Theology & Hermeneutics at Moore Theological College Published On: 2020-07-28“When people get a taste of biblical theology, it makes them hungry for more. They wonder where this way of understanding the Bible has been all their lives. They want to know how they can learn more. I’ll be telling them that 40 Questions About Biblical Theology is a great place to start and that it will continue to be a terrific resource to keep coming back to.” -- Nancy Gurthrie, teacher, Biblical Theology Workshops for Women; author, Even Better Than Eden Published On: 2020-07-28“Good biblical theology is needed for a faithful and full reading of the Bible; it is thus essential for Christian living and teaching. 40 Questions About Biblical Theology provides the framework and theory by answering questions in bite-sized chapters. Examples of biblical-theological themes and readings of Bible passages highlight the value of this approach and draw out the richness of God’s Word. More than just an introduction, DeRouchie, Martin, and Naselli’s book also provides a snapshot of the discipline in 2020, with references for the interested reader to chase. This book helps us see how the whole Bible fits toget