Old Testament stories and passages show up in places the original writers could never have imagined: television commercials, social media memes, movies, novels, paintings, sculptures, ad copy, jokes, cigarette packaging, children’s books, songs, poems, news articles, protest signs, court cases, college textbooks, toys, wallpaper, and many other places. Although many people today see the Old Testament as daunting or confusing, it plays a bigger part in their lives than they may realize.
For example, if you hear the word “Goliath,” what name do you immediately want to pair it with? If someone says “Jonah,” what animal pops into your head? If you hear the word “Commandments,” what number comes to mind?
The Old Testament has shaped and continues to shape our lives in profound ways. 8 Old Testament Passages That Changed the World looks at the many ways culture has treated, mistreated, distorted, and brought to life the most well-known portions of the Old Testament. Joseph Bentz examines these inescapable passages and asks why they continue to have such a grip in every arena of life
If these words hold such power, what difference could they make in our own lives if we delved into them even deeper? Explore the familiar scriptures about David, Adam and Eve, Noah, Ruth, Abraham, the Shepherd’s Psalm, Moses, and Jonah—and discover in them new meaning for your life.
Contents
- The Old Testament—Who Needs It?
- David Slays a Giant—But Not All of Them
- Eve and Adam—Paradise, Sin, Cover-Up
- Noah and the Ark—Not Just Cute Animals on a Boat
- Ruth—Where You Go I Will Go
- Abraham—A Legacy as Vast as the Stars
- Psalm 23—Trusting the Shepherd
- Moses—“Who Am I . . . ?”
- Jonah—More Than a Fish Tale
- And Yet, There Is So Much More!
8 Old Testament Passages that Changed the World Ideal for Small Group Study
One feature of 8 Old Testament Passages that Changed the World is that it is designed for individual or small group study. A free downloadable study guide is available that will lead individuals or groups through a 10-week study of the book with activities and questions.
For groups who are interested, the author sometimes joins in the discussions of his books online or in person. If you are interested in the author’s participation in your group study, contact Joseph for more information.
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