Category Archives: biblical theology

Resources for Preaching Isaiah 53

Posted on April 11, 2011 by

If there is any one passage in the Old Testament which seems to the Christian heart to be a prophecy of the redeeming work of Christ, it is that matchless fifty-third chapter of Isaiah.  We read it today, often even … Continue reading →

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Preaching in the Advent Season

Posted on December 6, 2010 by

When it comes to Christmas, some preachers are faced with one or more dilemmas: Should I temporarily step away from the book I am preaching through to preach a special Christmas message or series of messages throughout December? What texts … Continue reading →

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Book Review – Gospel-Centered Hermeneutics

Posted on October 4, 2010 by

Goldsworthy, Graeme. Gospel-Centered Hermeneutics: Foundations and Principles of Evangelical Biblical Interpretation. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic, 2007. Jacketed Hardcover, 341 pp. (Review copy courtesy of InterVarsity Press.) Table of Contents Excerpts: Introduction: Can hermeneutics be saved? 1. The necessity for hermeneutics Graeme … Continue reading →

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40 Questions About Interpreting the Bible – Mohler Interviews Plummer About His New Book

Posted on July 5, 2010 by

On June 24, Dr. Albert Mohler interviewed Dr. Rob Plummer about his new book, 40 Questions about Interpreting the Bible. The interview discusses some of those questions, covering some great issues in hermeneutics.  I had the privilege and joy of taking … Continue reading →

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Book Review – God’s Big Picture: Tracing the Storyline of the Bible

Posted on July 1, 2010 by

Vaughan Roberts, God’s Big Picture: Tracing the Storyline of the Bible (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2002), 160pp. Paper. One of the most helpful features of much modern technology is the “zoom” option. From cameras to word processors, the ability to … Continue reading →

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Is the Old Testament Still Relevant Today?

Posted on June 23, 2010 by

“Is the Old Testament Still Relevant Today?” Dr. David Murray, professor of Old Testament and practical theology at Puritan Theological Seminary in Grand Rapids, Michigan, addressed issues related to this question in a recent conference at Fraser Valley Bible Conference … Continue reading →

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Beyond a VeggieTales Gospel: Preaching Christ from Every Text – Resources from Dr. Russell Moore

Posted on June 8, 2010 by

Did you know there are some churches where you may not hear the gospel?  No, I’m not talking about liberal churches, where fundamental doctrines such as the deity of Christ and substitutionary atonement and the resurrection are denied.  I’m talking … Continue reading →

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