James M. Hamilton Jr.

The Bible is one story told through dozens of people over thousands of years. As Christians, we know we're supposed to believe this - and so we do. But when we pick up our Bibles, if we're honest, we sometimes lose the thread, especially with some of the strange and obscure happenings in Genesis.We can't help but wonder, What's this all about?!Who - or what - are the Nephilim? What about this mysterious Melchizedek who seems to appear out of nowhere? Why are there so many genealogies? Why do Abraham and a Hittite haggle for so long about the price of a rinky-dink cave? Hang on, are we supposed to be comfortable with Abraham sacrificing his son? Or with Lot's, um, unseemly family dynamics? Or with Jacob's multiple wives? Why do the book's heroes so often act like villains?And, of course, what does all this have to with Jesus and the gospel?Careful readers of the Bible have many questions about Genesis. In From Eden to Egypt, Alex Duke will give everyday Christians a guided tour of these wonderful stories so that they'll see - perhaps for the first time - that it's all there for a reason."Alex has gifted the church with an accessible and faithful guide through the book of Genesis." —KIRK COUSINS, NFL Quarterback"With engaging storytelling and culturally relevant illustrations, Duke helps us see where God’s people have been and where they’re headed." —HUNTER BELESS, host of Journeywomen and author of Read it, See it, Say it, Sing it: Knowing and Loving the Bible

Lee la Biblia con un nuevo lente y descubre los patrones de promesas de las EscriturasCuando lees la Biblia, alguna vez has notado paralelismos entre ciertas personas, eventos e instituciones? Debemos entender a No como una especie de nuevo Ad n, y si es as , eso de alguna manera nos se ala hacia el segundo Ad n? C mo debemos interpretar estas similitudes?En Tipolog a, el autor muestra que las similitudes que encontramos en la Biblia se basan en una correspondencia hist rica genuina y demuestra c mo las reconocemos en la repetici n de palabras y frases, los paralelismos entre patrones de eventos y las equivalencias tem ticas clave. Le do a la luz de las promesas de Dios, estas correspondencias hist ricas destacan m s repeticiones que se acumulan unas sobre otras para construir una relevancia creciente.Este libro estimula un pensamiento fresco sobre la relaci n entre el Antiguo y el Nuevo Testamento y ayudar a pastores, predicadores y estudiantes a comprender mejor la din mica de la interpretaci n b blica interna. Explora varios de los "patrones formados por las promesas" que vemos en el Antiguo Testamento, incluyendo: Ad n y el Nuevo Ad nProfetas, sacerdotes y reyesEl Siervo Sufriente (NTV)Creaci n xodo y Nuevo xodoMatrimonioHamilton muestra que los profetas y sabios de Israel aprendieron a interpretar las Escrituras a partir de Mois s y sus escritos. Y al trazar el desarrollo org nico de los patrones b blicos subsiguientes, explica c mo estos patrones crearon expectativas que se cumplen en Cristo.Tipolog a equipa a pastores, maestros de la Biblia, estudiantes y lectores serios de la Biblia para comprender y abrazar la perspectiva interpretativa tipol gica de los autores b blicos. Aprender s a leer la Biblia tal como fue intencionada por sus autores originales, cultivando al mismo tiempo un amor y aprecio m s profundo por las Escrituras.TypologyRead the Bible with Fresh Eyes as You See Scripture's Promise-Shaped PatternsWhen you read the Bible, have you ever noticed parallels between certain people, events, and institutions? Should we understand Noah as a kind of new Adam, and if so, does that somehow point us to the second Adam? How are we to interpret these similarities?In Typology, author shows that the similarities we find in the Bible are based on genuine historical correlation and demonstrates how we recognize them in the repetition of words and phrases, the parallels between patterns of events, and key thematic equivalences. When read in light of God's promises, these historical correspondences spotlight further repetitions that expand on one another to build escalating significance.This book stimulates fresh thinking on the relationship between the Old and New Testaments and will help pastors, preachers, and students better understand the dynamics of inner-biblical interpretation. It explores several of the "promise-shaped patterns" we see in the Old Testament including: Adam and New AdamProphets, priests, and kingsThe Righteous SuffererCreationExodus and New ExodusMarriageTypology equips pastors, Bible teachers, students, and serious Bible readers to understand and embrace the typological interpretive perspective of the biblical authors. You will learn to read the Bible as it was intended by its original authors while cultivating a deeper love and appreciation for the Scriptures.

The psalms cultivate a life of prayer grounded in Scripture.In Reading the Psalms as Scripture, James M. Hamilton Jr. and Matthew Damico guide the reader to delight in the spiritual artistry of the psalms. Psalms is a carefully arranged book saturated in Scripture. The psalmists drew from imagery and themes from earlier Scripture, which are then developed by later Scripture and fulfilled in Christ. The book of psalms advances God's grand story of redemption, and it gives us words to pray by drawing us into this story. When we meditate on the promises and patterns in the psalms, we can read, pray, and sing them with faithfulness.Table of Contents: Introduction Reading the Psalms as a Book Reading the Psalms with Their Superscriptions Reading the Psalms as Individual Compositions Reading the Psalms in the Psalter Reading the Psalms in Light of Earlier Scripture Reading the Psalms and Messianic Typology Reading the Psalms as Interpreted by Later Old Testament Authors Reading the Psalms as Interpreted by New Testament Authors Singing the Psalms as Christians Seven Theses on How to Read the Psalms

"You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands; you shall be blessed, and it shall be well with you." —Psalm 128:2 Work has been a part of God's good creation since before the fall—created to reflect his image and glory to the world. What are we to make of this when work today is all too often characterized by unwanted toil, pain, and futility? In this book, pastor, professor, and biblical scholar James Hamilton explores how work fits into the big story of the Bible, revealing the glory that God intended when he gave man work to do, the ruin that came as a result of the fall, and the redemption yet to come, offering hope for flourishing in the midst of fallen futility. Part of the Short Studies in Biblical Theology series.

In the Song of Songs the son of David, King in Jerusalem, overcomes hostility and alienation to renew intimacy between himself and his Bride. This most sublime Song sings of a love sure as the seal of Yahweh, a flashing flame of fire many waters could never quench. James M. Hamilton Jr, in this latest addition to the popular Focus on the Bible series, pours fresh light on this inspiring and uplifting book.

How Do You Read the Bible? The Bible recounts a single story—one that began at creation, encompasses our lives today, and will continue till Christ’s return and beyond. In What Is Biblical Theology?, Jim Hamilton introduces us to this narrative, helping us understand the worldview of the biblical writers so that we can read the Old and New Testaments as those authors intended. Tracing the key patterns, symbols, and themes that bind the Bible together, this book will help you understand Scripture’s unified message and find your place in the great story of redemption.

God created all that is. Therefore, all that is, is His. Adam and Eve wanted to be their own; Rebellion in their hearts was sown.With easily remembered rhymes and Bible verses take your child through the span of Salvation History from Creation to the Fall, the Flood to the Exodus, the Exile to the Crucifixion and beyond… James M. Hamilton writes about real history, God’s Salvation History, and our future.

In the book of Revelation, God unveils the world as it really is, identifying an unseen spiritual war and announcing a very real day of judgment. As the end approaches, we need to be convinced that Jesus is reigning as the risen King. We need to have him speak to the situation in our churches. We need to see how God will pulverize wickedness, answer those who oppose him, and establish his eternal kingdom. Revelation has exactly what we need. Useful for personal study, as well as for preaching and teaching, the thirty-seven sermons in this volume have a clear structure and even include helpful charts and tables to highlight key themes and literary elements. In each sermon, professor and pastor James Hamilton grabs the reader’s attention, raises awareness of a real need, and states the main point of the biblical text. In addition to explaining the meaning of each passage, Hamilton connects the main ideas to applicable analogies and actionable points. Revelation is a prophecy of epic proportions and Hamilton invites readers to love God and his people by expositing this revelation of Jesus, and to say along with the apostle John, “Come, Lord Jesus.” Part of the Preaching the Word series.

In Exodus 34 Moses asks to see God’s glory, and God reveals himself as a God who is merciful and just. James Hamilton Jr. contends that from this passage comes a biblical theology that unites the meta-narrative of Scripture under one central theme: God’s glory in salvation through judgment. Hamilton begins in the Old Testament by showing that Israel was saved through God’s judgment on the Egyptians and the Caananites. God was glorified through both his judgment and mercy, accorded in salvation to Israel. The New Testament unfolds the ultimate display of God’s glory in justice and mercy, as it was God’s righteous judgment shown on the cross that brought us salvation. God’s glory in salvation through judgment will be shown at the end of time, when Christ returns to judge his enemies and save all who have called on his name. Hamilton moves through the Bible book by book, showing that there is one theological center to the whole Bible. The volume’s systematic method and scope make it a unique resource for pastors, professors, and students.