Stephen L. Cook

Old Testament Themes

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Victor Matthews has performed another great service for the teaching professor charged with introducing students to the Bible. With the skill of a seasoned educator, Matthews guides readers along four key tracks in accessing the Old Testament’s substance. He also includes plenty of keen insights about the social world of the concepts and texts he explores.”

The Letters of an Unexpected Mystic

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Flanagan’s book newly apprehends Peter’s letters, advocating a new way of seeing God’s word in the Epistles. The word resists dispassionate observers, instead beckoning a transforming relationship with God and the biblical text, a heightened communion with the Creator and the word. I highly recommend this new vision. It reveals the potency and sublimity of First and Second Peter and thereby has invigorated my relationship with Christ.”

The Old Testament as Literature

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“I unhesitatingly recommend Longman’s masterful new exploration of the literary dimensions of the Old Testament, the fruit of over four decades of scholarly reflection. With his wide learning and profound expertise, Longman offers readers an engaging journey through the narrative and poetic landscapes of the biblical texts. He shows how literary art is not merely ornamental but foundational to how biblical texts convey their meanings. His analysis is both scholarly and accessible, making this an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and church members alike. This book is not only a powerful testament to Longman's deep understanding of the subject but also a vital guide for anyone seeking to deepen their appreciation and comprehension of the Old Testament as a rich literary treasure. It is highly recommended for its appreciative, insightful, and transformative approach to biblical literature.”

The Old Testament Story: An Introduction with CD-ROM

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Congratulations to Don Benjamin on this comprehensive new introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures, grounded in the author's many years of research into the Bible's ancient social world and Near Eastern background! He courageously fills his textbook with provocative readings of the texts, which are sure to enthrall readers and send them rushing back to the Bible full of brand new questions. The Old Testament Story is a sure cure for complacency about traditional understandings of what the Hebrew Bible says.”

The Old Testament Story: Stand-alone CD-ROM

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Congratulations to Don Benjamin on this comprehensive new introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures, grounded in the author's many years of research into the Bible's ancient social world and Near Eastern background! He courageously fills his textbook with provocative readings of the texts, which are sure to enthrall readers and send them rushing back to the Bible full of brand new questions. The Old Testament Story is a sure cure for complacency about traditional understandings of what the Hebrew Bible says.”

The Worship Pastor

Church Leadership & Ministry

“In The Worship Pastor, Zac Hicks holds up the diamond of worship leading and wonderfully encourages us in its many faceted roles, reflecting the glory of the gospel with every view. This book is a must-read for pastors, worship pastors, and even worship team members.”