This updated and revised edition surveys the grand narrative of the Bible, demonstrating how the biblical story forms the foundation of a Christian worldview.  
  
__Praise for the First Edition__ "Much recent scholarship has emphasized the narrative quality of Scripture. This book takes that insight and brings it to life, enabling even the beginner to grasp the sense of Scripture as a single great story--a drama in which we are all invited to play a part. I am delighted to see solid scholarship made easily accessible in this splendid fashion."  
\--__N. T. Wright__, University of St. Andrews; former bishop of Durham  
  
"An intelligent, engaging overview of the narrative of Scripture in six acts. Bartholomew and Goheen have produced a clear and theologically sensitive account of the Bible that is perfect for college students or adult Bible study groups."  
\--__Christopher Seitz__, Wycliffe College, University of Toronto  
  
"This is a vivid introduction to reading the Bible as a coherent story of God's purposes for the world. It will not only help the new reader but also enable the experienced reader to distinguish the central themes of Scripture from mere sidelights."  
\--__Gordon J. Wenham__, author of Story as Torah and Psalms as Torah   
"A volume that will help inexperienced readers of the Bible get a view of the big picture before moving into more atomistic treatments of the Bible. It will serve well in introductory level Bible courses and may serve equally well in basic courses in hermeneutics. Its easy, nontechnical language will make it a popular text with such students."  
\--Review of Biblical Literature   
"Every once in a while a book comes along that immediately meets a real need. This is one of those books. . . . \[It\] will serve college students, pastors, and scholars well in their efforts to understand and live the Christian story."  
\--Canadian Evangelical Review   
"The book succeeds in making a case for a cohesive narrative in scripture, most successfully in relating the NT to OT in themes of covenant and promise, and when exploring briefly the idea of the contemporary Christian church continuing to be a player in the drama."  
\--Journal for the Study of the New Testament

__Craig G. Bartholomew__ (PhD, University of Bristol) is the H. Evan Runner Professor of Philosophy at Redeemer University College in Ancaster, Ontario, and principal of the Paideia Centre for Public Theology. __Michael W. Goheen__ (PhD, University of Utrecht) is director of theological education at the Missional Training Center and scholar in residence for the Surge Network of Churches-Phoenix. He is also adjunct professor of mission and theology at Redeemer Seminary, Dallas. Bartholomew and Goheen are coauthors of Living at the Crossroads and Christian Philosophy.

This bestselling textbook surveys the grand narrative of the Bible, demonstrating how the biblical story forms the foundation of a Christian worldview. The second edition has been thoroughly revised. Additional material is available online through Baker Academic's Textbook eSources, offering course help for professors and study aids for students. Resources include discussion questions, a Bible reading schedule, an adult Bible class schedule, and a course syllabus.

This updated edition of a bestselling textbook surveys the grand narrative of the Bible, demonstrating how the biblical story forms the foundation of a Christian worldview.

__Contents__   
Preface to Second Edition  
Preface to First Edition  
Prologue: The Bible as a Grand Story  
__Act 1: God Establishes His Kingdom:__ Creation  
__Act 2: Rebellion in the Kingdom:__ Fall  
__Act 3: The King Chooses Israel:__ Redemption Initiated  
__Interlude: A Kingdom Story Waiting for an Ending:__ The Intertestamental Period  
__Act 4: The Coming of the King:__ Redemption Accomplished  
__Act 5: Spreading the News of the King:__ The Mission of the Church  
__Act 6: The Return of the King:__ Redemption Completed  
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Bartholomew, Craig G. ;Goheen, Michael W.

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

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Preface to Second Edition

Preface to First Edition

Prologue

Act 1: God Establishes His Kingdom

Act 2: Rebellion in the Kingdom

Act 3: The King Chooses Israel

Interlude: A Kingdom Story Waiting for an Ending

Act 4: The Coming of the King

Act 5: Spreading the News of the King

Act 6: The Return of the King

Notes

Scripture Index

Subject Index

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