Gospel In Esther

Author : Michael V. Fox
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2010-04-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781725227972

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Character and Ideology in the Book of Esther by Michael V. Fox Pdf

Widely praised as a seminal contribution to the study of the Old Testament when it first appeared, Michael V. Fox's Character and Ideology in the Book of Esther is now available in a second edition, complete with an up-to-date critical review of recent Esther scholarship. Fox's commentary, based on his own translation of the Hebrew text, captures the meaning and artistry of Esther's inspiring story. After laying out the background information essential for properly reading Esther, Fox offers commentary on the text that clearly unpacks its message and relevance. Fox also looks in depth at each character in the story of Esther, showing how they were carefully shaped by the book's author to teach readers a new view of how to live as Jews in foreign lands.

Author : Kathleen Nielson
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433540417

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Ruth and Esther by Kathleen Nielson Pdf

The books of Ruth and Esther recount two of the most memorable stories in all of Scripture: Ruth, a displaced widow in search of a new home and loving husband, and Esther, a courageous queen intent on saving her people from imminent destruction. Plumbing the theological depths, this guide explains the biblical text with clarity and passion—leading us on a journey to discover the God who hears the cries of his people and remains faithful to his promises. Over the course of 12 weeks, each study in this series explores a book of the Bible and: Asks thoughtful questions to spur discussion Shows how each passage unveils the gospel Ties the text in with the whole story of Scripture Illuminates the doctrines taught in each passage Invites you to discover practical implications Helps you better understand and apply God's Word

Author : David G. Firth
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2022-07-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781514005194

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The Message of Esther by David G. Firth Pdf

The book of Esther tells the dramatic story of how the destruction of the Jews was averted through the bravery of Esther, the wisdom of Mordecai, and the unity of the Jewish people. Yet Esther is a rather strange book to find in the Bible. Not only is it set entirely outside of the Promised Land, it also shows no interest in that land. More than that, Esther is the only book in the Bible that definitely does not mention God, and it avoids any obviously religious language. Nevertheless, Esther does have a developed theology. In this BST volume, David Firth explores this paradoxically important book and its implications for our own context, where the reality of God's presence is experienced against a backdrop of God's relative anonymity and seeming absence. Using brilliant satire and subtle scriptural allusions, the book of Esther offers us a model for dealing with a world where Christians are frequently a minority voice. It calls us to courageously engage society and be at the forefront of standing for justice, all while trusting in the God who is always at work. Part of the beloved Bible Speaks Today series, The Message of Esther offers an insightful, readable exposition of the biblical text and thought-provoking discussion of how its meaning relates to contemporary life. Used by students and teachers around the world, The Bible Speaks Today commentaries are ideal for those studying or preaching the Bible and anyone who wants to delve deeper into the text. This edition features lightly updated language and a new interior design.

Author : Leonard Greenspoon,Sidnie White Crawford
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2003-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780826438683

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The Book of Esther in Modern Research by Leonard Greenspoon,Sidnie White Crawford Pdf

The proceedings of a symposium entitled Esther 2000 held in Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska in April 2000, the book contains a collection of essays that engages all aspects of the biblical book of Esther. From questions of textual criticism to the history of rabbinic interpretation to speculation on the modern form of commentary, this collection is sure to contain something for everyone interested in the book of Esther. Contributors include such well-known Esther scholars as Michael Fox, David Clines, and Carey Moore.

Author : Timothy Cain
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2015-12-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1508785252

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The God of Great Reversals by Timothy Cain Pdf

Have you ever wondered, "If God is real, then why doesn't He make it more obvious? If He really wants us to believe in Him, then why doesn't He make it easier for us to see him?" It's easy to read the Bible and think, "If only God would show up for us today the way He showed up for His people back then." If you have ever felt this way, welcome to the book of Esther. "The God of Great Reversals" was written to shed light on the Gospel story woven throughout the only book of the Bible that never mentions God's name. In it you will find that even in the darkest days, God never stops working to keep His promises and to rescue His people. Ultimately, the reversals in the book of Esther point us forward to the greatest reversal of all when God used the death of His only Son to bring about the salvation of all his people. It is only this great reversal that is able to bring us hope even when we don't understand where God is or what He is doing.

Author : Marion Ann Taylor
Publisher : Zondervan Academic
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310490906

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Ruth, Esther by Marion Ann Taylor Pdf

A new commentary for today's world, The Story of God Bible Commentary explains and illuminates each passage of Scripture in light of the Bible's grand story. The first commentary series to do so, SGBC offers a clear and compelling exposition of biblical texts, guiding everyday readers in how to creatively and faithfully live out the Bible in their own contexts. Its story-centric approach is ideal for pastors, students, Sunday school teachers, and laypeople alike. Each volume employs three main, easy-to-use sections designed to help readers live out God's story: LISTEN to the Story: Includes complete NIV text with references to other texts at work in each passage, encouraging the reader to hear it within the Bible's grand story. EXPLAIN the Story: Explores and illuminates each text as embedded in its canonical and historical setting. LIVE the Story: Reflects on how each text can be lived today and includes contemporary stories and illustrations to aid preachers, teachers, and students. —Ruth, Esther— The book of Ruth presents a compelling account of how most of us experience God in our everyday lives. We see God working indirectly behind the scenes, giving us a theology of divine and human cooperation, as those who pray for God’s blessings participate in answering their own petitions as well as the prayers of others. In Esther’s story, we recognize our own world today, often experiencing it as a place where God seems hidden. Her book challenges us in unique ways. Edited by Scot McKnight and Tremper Longman III, and written by a number of top-notch theologians, The Story of God Bible Commentary series will bring relevant, balanced, and clear-minded theological insight to any biblical education or ministry.

Author : John Anthony Dunne
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781620327845

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Esther and Her Elusive God by John Anthony Dunne Pdf

What if the way the book of Esther has been taught to us in church and retold to us in films, cartoons, and romance novels has missed the original point of the story? Far from being models of piety and devotion, Esther and Mordecai seem indifferent to the faith of their ancestors. How then did this story become part of the Bible and gain the broad acceptance that it has? If the church should not neglect the story, how should it be read? Esther and Her Elusive God calls Christians to avoid the common attempts to make Esther more palatable and theological, and to reclaim this secular story as Scripture. Readers will be encouraged to see in Esther a profound message of God's grace and faithfulness to his wayward people.

Author : Jane McNabb
Publisher : Good Book Guides
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06
Category : Bible
ISBN : 1908317922

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Royal Rescue by Jane McNabb Pdf

Learn from God's magnificent rescue of Esther and her people that His plans always triumph.

Author : Aaron Koller
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-09
Category : Bibles
ISBN : 9781107048355

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Esther in Ancient Jewish Thought by Aaron Koller Pdf

This book situates the book of Esther in the intellectual history of Ancient Judaism and provides a new understanding of its purpose.

Author : Denise A. Isaacs
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2019-05-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781973651734

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The Gospel According to Esther by Denise A. Isaacs Pdf

Truly you are a God who has been hiding himself, the God and Savior of Israel. —Isaiah 45:15 NIV In the book of Esther, there is no mention of God, the Holy Spirit, or prayer. On the surface, there is nothing spiritual about the book. It seems to be a short historical account of the persecution of the Jews and their subsequent victory over their enemies. Yet in reality, there is so much more. In The Gospel According to Esther, we will see the hidden story: the history of humanity. Scriptures from Genesis to Revelation tell this exciting story of a magnificent and loving God wanting to have a relationship with the people he created. The creation, the fall of humanity, the death and resurrection of Christ are just a few of the events covered. The overall theme of the book: God is preparing a bride for his Son. The main people in the Esther story are listed here, together with the person they represent in the hidden story: King Xerxes—God; Queen Vashti—Eve; Mordecai—Jesus; Haman—Satan; Hegai—Holy Spirit; and Esther—the bride of Christ. Open The Gospel According to Esther and see how these characters play out the story of humanity and the gospel as portrayed in the Bible.

Author : Mike Cosper
Publisher : HarperChristian + ORM
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2018-05-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780718097486

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Faith Among the Faithless by Mike Cosper Pdf

Encounter a timeless story of evil, awakened faith, and hope for good in a world where God seems absent. Can Christianity survive a secular age? Can Christians live without compromise in an increasingly hostile society? And what if they’ve already given in to that society’s vision and values? In this revelatory and provocative new book, Mike Cosper answers these questions by pointing out the parallels between our world and the story of Esther. A tale of sex, ego, and revenge, the book of Esther reveals a world where God seems absent from everyday life—a world not unlike our own. Far from the gentle cartoon we often hear in Sunday school, the story of Esther is a brutal saga of people assimilated into a pluralistic, pagan society, embracing its standards. Yet when threatened with annihilation, they find the courage to turn to God in humility. A call to spiritual awakening and to faith in an age of malaise and apathy, Faith Among the Faithless is an invitation to remember the faithfulness of God, knowing that in dark times—as in the days of Esther or our own—God may be hidden, but he is never absent.

Author : Barry G. Webb
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2001-03-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830872169

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Five Festal Garments by Barry G. Webb Pdf

These five Old Testament books, traditionally known simply as "the Scrolls," are among the most neglected parts of the Christian Bible. In Judaism, the Song of Songs, Ruth, Lamentations, Ecclesiastes and Esther were eventually adopted as lectionary readings for five of the major festivals. In Christian tradition, however, no consensus has emerged about their proper use. Each book presents particular difficulties with regard to how it relates to the rest of Scripture and how it should be understood as the Word of God for us today. In this New Studies in Biblical Theology volume, Barry Webb offers a Christian interpretation of these problematic writings. He allows each book to set its own agenda, and then examines each in relation to the wider Old Testament and to the New Testament gospel with its basic structure of promise and fulfillment. In this way, Webb presents fresh and illuminating perspectives on these five "festal garments" of love, kindness, suffering, vexation and deliverance. Addressing key issues in biblical theology, the works comprising New Studies in Biblical Theology are creative attempts to help Christians better understand their Bibles. The NSBT series is edited by D. A. Carson, aiming to simultaneously instruct and to edify, to interact with current scholarship and to point the way ahead.

Author : Karen H. Jobes,Janet Nygren
Publisher : HarperChristian Resources
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2009-10-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310867265

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Esther by Karen H. Jobes,Janet Nygren Pdf

A series of Bible study guides following the format and content of the NIV Application Commentaries Series. Each study looks at the original meaning, bridging contexts, and contemporary significance of the text, and offers small group participants a better understanding and relevant application of the biblical material to their daily lives.

Author : Noël Piper
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2005-06-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433517464

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Faithful Women and Their Extraordinary God by Noël Piper Pdf

These are the stories of five ordinary women-Sarah Edwards, Lilias Trotter, Gladys Aylward, Esther Ahn Kim, and Helen Roseveare-who trusted in their extraordinary God as he led them to do great things for his kingdom. Noël Piper holds up their lives and deeds as examples of what it means to be truly faithful. Learning about these women will challenge readers to make a difference for Christ in their families, in the church, and throughout the world.

Author : Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1884
Category : Electronic
ISBN : PRNC:32101074864198

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Book of Commandments, for the Government of the Church of Christ by Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Pdf