A Masterpiece of Biblical and Systematic Theology for Understanding Scripture in Today’s World.
Graeme Goldsworthy’s In These Last Days is an essential resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Bible’s rich, historical, and theological landscape. With decades of expertise in biblical theology, Goldsworthy carefully guides readers through the complexities of Scripture, bridging the cultural and historical gaps to uncover its modern-day relevance.
Praise for the Book
’This will go down as Graeme Goldsworthy’s magnum opus. What a gift to the church it is. Both busy pastors and hungry laymen will find it a goldmine of biblical thought and exegesis.’ – Terry Allen, Pastor, Sandy Beach Baptist Church, NSW, Australia
Key Features of the Book
Goldsworthy’s work offers an insightful exploration of the Bible’s overarching themes, focusing on the transitions within biblical history.
Divided into four key sections, the book thoroughly examines:
The Word of God
The Being of God
The Doing of God
The People of God
Each chapter concludes with a helpful summary and practical insights for interpreting Scripture, making this an indispensable tool for pastors, students, and serious Bible readers alike.
Goldsworthy emphasises that true understanding comes from seeing Scripture’s development from its Old Testament origins to its fulfilment in Christ, offering readers a Christ-centred lens for their studies.
Perfect for pastors, students, and laypeople looking to deepen their understanding of God’s Word, In These Last Days offers profound insights and a systematic approach to interpreting Scripture in today’s world.
Innehållsförteckning
Foreword by Stephen J. Wellum
Preface – Dealing with distance
Abbreviations
Introduction
Part 1: The Word of God
1.Reading the Bible with understanding
2.A place to stand
3.The theological task
4.The gospel and the rush to de-historicize it
5.The revelation-dynamics of Salvation history
Part 2: The Being of God
6.The revelation-dynamics of God the Father
7.The revelation-dynamics of God the Son and the gospel
8.The revelation-dynamics of God the Holy Spirit
9.The Trinity and the pattern of truth
Part 3: The Works of God
10. The revelation-dynamics of creation to new creation
11.The revelation-dynamics of the fall, judgment, and atonement
12.The revelation-dynamics of the covenant of grace and the people of God
13.The revelation-dynamics of Israel, the nations, and the church
14.The revelation-dynamics of prophecy
15.The revelation-dynamics of eschatology
Part 4: The People of God
16. The revelation-dynamics of kerygma, evangelism, and response
17. The revelation-dynamics of living as God’s people in these last days
18. The revelation-dynamics of doing church and being family
Epilogue
Bibliography
Indices
Om författaren
Graeme Goldsworthy (Ph D, Union Theological Seminary) previously served as a lecturer in biblical theology, Old Testament, and hermeneutics at Moore Theological College in Sydney, Australia. Graeme lives in Brisbane, Australia, with his wife, Miriam. They have four adult children. He is the author of many books and chapters, including ’According to Plan’ (IVP), ’Christ-Centered Biblical Theology’ and ’Gospel-Centered Hermeneutics’ (Apollos).