A Manifesto for Theological Interpretation

A Manifesto for Theological InterpretationRecent decades have witnessed a renaissance of theological interpretation. Craig Bartholomew, coauthor of the bestselling The Drama of Scripture, and Heath Thomas bring together a team of specialists to articulate a multifaceted vision for returning rigorous biblical interpretation to the context of the church. Developed by the internationally recognized Scripture and Hermeneutics Seminar, this book is designed to bring clarity and unity to the

The Psalms are the most-read part of the Old Testament

Additional helps include a glossary and suggested outlines and worksheets for expository preaching

explores questions concerning the place and significance of humans in the cosmos

such as the pastorate

Bailey invites readers to reclaim their imaginations as a vital part of discipleship

usually including the discussion itself in quotation or in summary

Darrell Bock introduces the sources of our knowledge about Jesus

and explore pastoral applications

He also shows how Bonhoeffer's life and thought impact present-day youth ministry practice

and vision casting

The book includes introductions by John Witvliet and Nicholas Wolterstorff

He addresses the rationale for the sacraments and provides detailed exposition of each one