30 Old Testament Passages with Deeper Meaning: The Surprising Significance of Seemingly Ordinary Verses

Written by Michael Williams

Narrated by Mel Foster

Feed your curiosity of the Bible by exploring the deeper meaning behind familiar Old Testament passages.

Below the surface of every seemingly ordinary Bible verse lies a deeper meaning just waiting to be discovered. And these hidden insights aren't just reserved for scholars, academics, or pastors. Anyone who knows where to look can uncover the surprisingly significant messages that the biblical authors intended for us to hear.

In 30 Old Testament Passages with Deeper Meaning, Michael Williams seeks to lead believers to a deeper comprehension and appreciation of biblical truth. In each easy-to-read chapter, Williams focuses on one Old Testament verse or passage, and:

• Examines its cultural, historical, linguistic, and/or theological context.
• Explains how it is enhanced by the added context and perspective.
• Provides questions to facilitate further reflection, study, and discussion.

 

Helping to bridge the gap between the academy and the church, this broadly accessible and edifying book will help everyday Christians get more out of their Bible. Plus, the insightful questions at the end of each chapter make this an ideal small group, Bible study, or expository preaching resource.

Tables, reflection prompts, and a select bibliography are included in the audiobook companion PDF download.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Release date: May 2, 2023
• ISBN: 9780310144342

Michael Williams

Michael Williams (PhD, University of Pennsylvania) is Emeritus Senior Professor of Old Testament Studies at Calvin Theological Seminary, a member of the NIV Committee on Bible Translation and the Chairman of the NIrV Committee. He is the author of Deception in Genesis, The Prophet and His Message, Basics of Ancient Ugaritic, The Biblical Hebrew Companion for Bible Software Users, How to Read the Bible through the Jesus Lens, Hidden Prophets of the Bible and is editor and contributor of Mishneh Todah. His passion is to provide curious believers with knowledge of the Old Testament and its culture so that they may grow in their comprehension and appreciation of redemptive history and be adequately prepared to promote and defend the faith through word and action. Michael resides in Florida with his wife, Dawn.