Author Name: Stott, John
Title: Understanding the Bible
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group 2001
ISBN Number: 0-8010-1229-5 / 9780801012297
Book ID number: 15458
ABOUT THE BOOK Understanding the Bible FROM THE PUBLISHER Author John Stott examines the cultural, social, geographical, and historical background of the Bible, as he outlines the story with its central theme, and as he explains its message. The book now includes study questions, index, and maps. This book answers foundational questions: Who wrote the Bible? What is its message? Why is it thought to be a "holy" book? How does one read and interpret it? Best of all, though, you'll broaden your vision of Jesus Christ, the focal point of Scripture. How? By better understanding the geographical, religious, and historical concerns that shaped the world in which he lived. You'll see Jesus as never before: both as a man of his times and culture, and as the culmination of a divine providence that prepared the way for the ministry of the Messiah. Written by renowned preacher, writer, and apologist John Stott, this new, expanded edition includes - Questions at the beginning of each chapter to help you focus - New, up-to-date maps for the chapters on history and geography - An index to help you speedily access areas of interest. Author Biography: The Reverend Dr. John Stott is Rector Emeritus of All Souls Church, Langham Place, London England, and has a worldwide ministry as Bible expositor, speaker, and writer. SYNOPSIS Author John Stott examines the cultural, social, geographical, and historical background of the Bible, as he outlines the story with its central theme, and as he explains its message. The book now includes study questions, index, and maps.
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