This overview of the Bible provides readers with an aerial view of the landscape of Scripture, scouting the major truths of the promises of God. Originally delivered as sermons by pastor Mark Dever at Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington DC, these three studies are now available in one volume. Dever guides readers to take a step back and look at the Bible from a broader perspective. As we notice new features of an object when viewed from a distance, so too the major themes of Scripture become more apparent when we take in the Bible as a whole. Part of the IXMarks series, this book considers the central messages of the Bible as seen in the promises of God. Dever examines the general narrative of God's Word to answer the question, "What does God wants of us anyway?" Readers looking for a panoramic view of Scripture will be reminded of the faithful, persistent love of God and find themselves drawn into a broader, but deeper, understanding of the maker and keeper of promises.
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"The book is exactly what it says it is...a quick overview of the entire Bible.A simple and accessible overview of Biblical theology written from a theologically conservative viewpoint. Great resource! "
— David (4 out of 5 stars)
“Mark Dever is an able and sure guide to the message of the Bible, which tells us what God wants of us all. The reader of this book is in reliable hands because the author depends not on himself but on the Word of God to answer life’s greatest questions. We cannot live lives that please God unless we know what God has said about himself and about us. This book will help you to know God through knowing his son revealed in his Word.”
— Thabiti M. Anyabwile, author of What Is a Healthy Church Member?“Pastor Mark Dever has provided a most unusual book. Instead of teaching his people the usual lessons from the Bible, Dever has taught his people about the Bible so that they can read it effectively for themselves, which is a great idea.”
— Paige Patterson, president, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary" A concise book on the Gospel that can be read in one sitting. Great for its purpose. "
— Brandon, 11/6/2012" Simple but helpful introduction to the big story of the Bible. "
— Jim, 5/29/2012Mark Dever, PhD, serves as the
senior pastor of Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, DC. Along with his
pastoral responsibilities, he is also the president of 9Marks. He is the author
of several books and coauthor of In My Place
Condemned He Stood: Celebrating the Glory of the Atonement.
John Lescault, a native of Massachusetts, is a graduate of the Catholic University of America. He lives in Washington, DC, where he works in theater.
John Lescault, a native of Massachusetts, is a graduate of the Catholic University of America. He lives in Washington, DC, where he works in theater.