This Strange and Sacred Scripture Wrestling with the Old Testament and Its Oddit

Description: This Strange and Sacred Scripture Wrestling with the Old Testament and Its Oddities by Matthew Richard Schlimm Explores perennial theological questions raised by the content of the Old Testament, providing strategies for reading, appreciating, and appropriating these sacred texts. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A Top Ten Book for Parish Ministry in 2015, Academy of Parish Clergy The Old Testament can seem strange and disturbing to contemporary readers. What should Christians make of Genesis 1-3, seemingly at odds with modern scientific accounts? Why does the Old Testament contain so much violence? How should Christians handle texts that give women a second-class status? Does the Old Testament contradict itself? Why are so many Psalms filled with anger and sorrow? What should we make of texts that portray God as filled with wrath? Combining pastoral insight, biblical scholarship, and a healthy dose of humility, gifted teacher and communicator Matthew Schlimm explores perennial theological questions raised by the Old Testament. He provides strategies for reading and appropriating these sacred texts, showing how the Old Testament can shape the lives of Christians today and helping them appreciate the Old Testament as a friend in faith." Notes Explores tough questions about the Old Testament, and provides creative approaches for reading difficult passages, connecting the Old Testament to Christian contemporary life. Combines pastoral insight, biblical scholarship and a dose of humility. Back Cover The Old Testament as a Friend in Faith "Many of us have waited a long time for this book, a compelling engagement of the toughest questions about the Testament that both attracts and repels us. In plain language, without taking theological shortcuts, Schlimm shows why Christianity needs the Old Testament in order to address the complexities and real difficulties of life. His concrete guidance for how to read this strange literature and his suggestions for further study are invaluable."-- Ellen Davis , Duke Divinity School"Schlimm adroitly considers many of the thorny issues that puzzle modern people of faith; he is a gifted guide in showing readers that the Old Testaments alien qualities do not render it useless for Christian faith. To the contrary, he reveals how often the Bibles strangeness leads us into deeper understanding of God and of ourselves."-- Jacqueline Lapsley , Princeton Theological Seminary"The Old Testament has raised numerous questions for readers through the centuries. And it continues to do so! Matthew Schlimm explores many of these issues, especially those regarding creation, law, gender, images for God, and violence. With matters of biblical authority always in view, he works through these texts carefully and thoughtfully--and with clarity! With pastoral sensitivity, Schlimm provides an excellent case for understanding the Old Testament as our friend and not our enemy."-- Terence Fretheim , Luther Seminary"Seminary and university Old Testament professors: make sure you have your students read this text. To the reader puzzled by much of what you encounter in the Old Testament: immerse yourself deeply in this book, and you will find much food for thought from an author who has addressed intelligently and provocatively the questions that linger in your mind. Matthew Schlimm: well done, thou good and faithful servant."-- Victor P. Hamilton , Asbury University Author Biography Matthew Richard Schlimm (PhD, Duke University) is professor of Old Testament at University of Dubuque Theological Seminary in Dubuque, Iowa. He previously taught at Duke Divinity School and has held various ministry positions in United Methodist churches. He is the author of From Fratricide to Forgiveness: The Language and Ethics of Anger in Genesis and coeditor of the CEB Study Bible. Table of Contents Contents1. Is the Old Testament an Enemy, Stranger, or Friend to the Christian Faith?2. Our Fleeting Moments in Paradise3. Darkness over the Face of the Deep4. The R-Rated Bible5. Killing All That Breathes: Violence in the Old Testament6. Male and Female God Created Them: Gender and the Old Testament7. God Commands Us to Do What?! The Strange Laws of the Bible8. Is the Law Engraved in Stone? The Dynamic Nature of Gods Law9. Truth Is Many Sided10. Drowning in Tears and Raging at God11. Great and Terrible Is the Wrath of the Lord12. The Old Testaments AuthorityAppendix: A Literal Translation of Genesis 2:4b-4:16Indexes Long Description The Old Testament can seem strange and disturbing to contemporary readers. What should Christians make of Genesis 1-3, seemingly at odds with modern scientific accounts? Why does the Old Testament contain so much violence? How should Christians handle texts that give women a second-class status? Does the Old Testament contradict itself? Why are so many Psalms filled with anger and sorrow? What should we make of texts that portray God as filled with wrath?Combining pastoral insight, biblical scholarship, and a healthy dose of humility, gifted teacher and communicator Matthew Schlimm explores perennial theological questions raised by the Old Testament. He provides strategies for reading and appropriating these sacred texts, showing how the Old Testament can shape the lives of Christians today and helping them appreciate the Old Testament as a friend in faith. Details ISBN0801039797 Author Matthew Richard Schlimm Publisher Baker Publishing Group Year 2015 ISBN-10 0801039797 ISBN-13 9780801039799 Media Book Short Title THIS STRANGE & SACRED SCRIPTUR Language English Format Paperback DEWEY 221.6 Illustrations Yes Imprint Baker Academic, Div of Baker Publishing Group Place of Publication Ada, MI Country of Publication United States Subtitle Wrestling with the Old Testament and Its Oddities Publication Date 2015-02-17 Pages 270 UK Release Date 2015-02-17 AU Release Date 2015-02-17 NZ Release Date 2015-02-17 US Release Date 2015-02-17 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:97317496;

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