Peter R. Rodgers

God at the Improv

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Many people find the idea of humor in the Bible unacceptable. Salvation is serious business, they say, and there is no place here for the frivolous and playful. Petrotta shows us another way. Gently, firmly, delightfully, he shows that the Scripture is full of humor. From the laughter of Sarah to the repartee of the Syrophoenician woman humor is everywhere in the Bible. This book will make you think . . . and imagine. Above all, it will make you laugh.”

How Then Shall We Read?

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In our time, New Testament interpretation can be bewildering for students because of the variety of assumptions and approaches used in this field of study. Sure and steady guidance is needed to help newcomers navigate the difficult landscape. Thankfully, Max Botner provides this much-needed guidance. Writing in a conversational style and offering practical examples, Botner leads students step by step toward a reliable method of interpretation. I wish I had had this book to assign when I was teaching New Testament interpretation at Fuller Theological Seminary.”

Probing the Frontiers of Biblical Studies

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“David Clines has spent his scholarly career on the frontiers of biblical studies, with a commitment to relate his discoveries and insights to the complexities of our contemporary world. This collection of essays in his honor, written by distinguished colleagues, is a fitting tribute to his work and a serious engagement with it. They probe further along the frontier where Clines has led the way. These essays offer both a model of pioneering Biblical scholarship and a pointer to fresh and exciting new explorations of this frontier.”