Trajectories: A Gospel-Centered Introduction to Old Testament Theology

by Bryan C. Babcock, James Spencer

Overview

Trajectories meets an urgent need in both undergraduate and graduate study of the Old Testament. Too often Old Testament theology focuses on the end-product and leaves the process obscured. Each chapter of Trajectories provides a clear path connecting biblical research to theological conclusions. The final chapter offers a step-by-step method for completing a thorough hermeneutical analysis framed within a discussion of the gospel message. Trajectories also seeks to situate Old Testament theology in relation to global and generational trends influencing the church and evangelical theology. The implications of globalization and the rise of millennials on Old Testament theology are critical and thought-provoking topics for discussion.   Chapters in Trajectories are organized thematically, so the textbook can serve as a companion study guide to courses in the Old Testament and New Testament. In addition, the exploration of topics allows each study to link to the New Testament. Each chapter concludes with tangible applications for the contemporary Christian church and with questions for group discussion and reflection.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781498232852
Publisher:	Pickwick Publications
Publication date:	03/02/2018
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	278
File size:	4 MB

About the Author

Bryan C. Babcock is an adjunct instructor at Moody Bible Institute–Distance Learning, teaching and developing courses in Old Testament studies.

 

James Spencer serves as Vice President and Dean of Moody Bible Institute, and teaches courses in biblical studies.

 

Russell L. Meek is Assistant Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at Louisiana College and also serves as an adjunct instructor with Moody Bible Institute–Distance Learning.

Table of Contents

Preface vii

Acknowledgments ix

Abbreviations xi

Introduction James Spencer xv

1 Creation Russell L. Meek 1

2 Be Fruitful and Multiply Bryan C. Babcock 17

3 The Fall James Spencer 35

4 God's Covenant with David Bryan C. Babcock 44

5 Liberation and Deliverance James Spencer 65

6 Torah Russell L. Meek 78

7 The Messiah within the Psalter Bryan C. Babcock 93

8 God's Dwelling Place Bryan C. Babcock 115

9 "God with Us" Russell L. Meek 137

10 Loyalty and Obedience Russell L. Meek 154

11 Suffering Russell L. Meek 169

12 Exile and Hope Bryan C. Babcock 184

13 Restored Community Bryan C. Babcock 203

14 Old Testament Theology for a Multi-Ethnic Church James Spencer 219

15 Old Testament Theology and the Digital Age James Spencer 230

16 Conclusion: Methods for Biblical Interpretation Bryan C. Babcock 239