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The drama of Scripture : finding our place in the biblical story
Title:
The drama of Scripture : finding our place in the biblical story
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Summary:
The story of the Bible and its account of God's action in the world give meaning to our lives and provide us with the foundation for our actions. "The Drama of Scripture" is an introduction to the basic story line and theology of the Bible. In considering the biblical story, the authors emphasize the unity of the whole, viewing the Bible as a drama in six acts--creation, sin, Israel, Christ, church, and new creation. Two overarching themes tie the biblical story together--covenant in the Old Testament and kingdom in the New Testament. Throughout, the authors suggest, God is revealed through the story and calls us to participate in his drama.
Year Published:
2004
Physical Description:
252 p. : ill., maps ; 23 cm.
Contents:
Prologue: the Bible as a grand story -- Act 1: God establishes His kingdom : creation -- Act 2: Rebellion in the kingdom : fall -- Act 3: The King chooses Israel : redemption initiated -- Interlude: a kingdom story waiting for an ending : the intertestamental period -- Act 4: The coming of the King : redemption accomplished -- Act 5: Spreading the news of the King : the mission of the church -- Act 6: The return of the King : redemption completed.
Electronic Access:
Table of contents http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0420/2004017400.html
ISBN:
9780801027468
Publisher:
Grand Rapids, Mich. : Baker Academic, c2004.