How can sinful humans approach a holy God? In the book of Hebrews, Jesus Christ is celebrated as the great high priest who represents his people before the Father. Jesus' roles as priest and mediator are central to his identity and bring to completion themes woven throughout Scripture. In this fifth ESBT volume, T. Desmond Alexander considers the often-neglected themes of priesthood and mediation and how Christ fulfills these roles. He explore...
A senior biblical scholar provides a new edition of his introduction to the Pentateuch that guides students through a crucial portion of the Old Testament.
Examining the concept of 'Temple' throughout Scripture, HEAVEN ON EARTH explores one of the most interesting, but least appreciated themes in biblical theology. Far from being a building used simply for religious activities, the Temple in biblical literature embodies a rich variety of theological ideas. At the heart of these is the interface provided between a holy God and sinful people. An understanding of the role of the Temple (and its pred...
Linking the garden of Eden to the New Jerusalem, this volume traces the theme of city throughout Scripture--revealing God's plan for his people in the great city to come.
Who is Jesus Christ in each of the four canonical Gospels? Thisintroductory guide helps readers understand why we have fourGospels and what each teaches about the nature and ministry ofJesus Christ.
Desmond Alexander grapples with the varied complexities of the carefully constructed literary collage of Exodus. This detailed commentary sheds light on one of the most influential books ever written.
This concise, carefully organized commentary for pastors presents biblical scholarship to inform authoritative expository preaching and teaching. Each chapter includes the big idea, key themes, and sermon illustrations.
Obadiah's oracle. Jonah's mission. Micah's message. Alexander, Baker and Waltke takes a fresh, penetrating look at three minor but important prophets. They consider the historical setting, structure, authorship and major themes of each book, and then provide a passage-by-passage exposition of each.
If asked how Matthew's Gospel differs from Luke's, or what aspects of Jesus' personhood and ministry the Gospel of Mark focuses on compared to those of John, how would you answer? In Discovering Jesus, T. D. Alexander sets out to help readers understand how each Gospel account is uniquely written and why all four are important for having a rich picture of the person of Jesus Christ.Alexander guides readers to see how the Gospels display Jesus ...