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Beginnings and Patriarchs

Name: Beginnings and Patriarchs
Author: Jonathan Turner
ISBN: 9781477557693

by Jonathan Turner

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Overview

This book is a survey of the Old Testament from the Creation through the life of Joseph. Teachers of teenage and adult Bible classes will appreciate the twenty-eight well organized and thought provoking lesson plans in this volume. Topics include: the fall and God’s promise of redemption, the flood and restoration, the dilemma of God’s justice, the faith of Abraham, the choice between Salem and Sodom, the life of Jacob, and much more. The lessons are deep enough to hold the interest of those who are already familiar with the Bible, yet simple enough for those who are new to the Bible to understand. In addition, the lessons are practical. They emphasize principles which students can apply to their lives. Examples of applications are: recognizing and avoiding sin, overcoming environment, choosing friends and associates, choosing a mate, and restoring broken relationships. The author also includes an essay on the art of teaching. In it he discusses the purpose of teaching and shares a simple acronym to help teachers remember the elements which make a class effective. Other volumes in this series explore the rest of the Old Testament period. Titles include: Exodus and Wanderings Conquest and Judges The United Monarchy

Synopsis

This book is a survey of the Old Testament from the Creation through the life of Joseph. Teachers of teenage and adult Bible classes will appreciate the twenty-eight well organized and thought provoking lesson plans in this volume. Topics include: the fall and God's promise of redemption, the flood and restoration, the dilemma of God's justice, the faith of Abraham, the choice between Salem and Sodom, the life of Jacob, and much more.The lessons are deep enough to hold the interest of those who are already familiar with the Bible, yet simple enough for those who are new to the Bible to understand. In addition, the lessons are practical. They emphasize principles which students can apply to their lives. Examples of applications are: recognizing and avoiding sin, overcoming environment, choosing friends and associates, choosing a mate, and restoring broken relationships.The author also includes an essay on the art of teaching. In it he discusses the purpose of teaching and shares a simple acronym to help teachers remember the elements which make a class effective.Other volumes in this series explore the rest of the Old Testament period. Titles include: Exodus and WanderingsConquest and JudgesThe United Monarchy

About the Author, Jonathan Turner

Jonathan Turner is both a preacher’s kid and a missionary’s kid. He grew up in Pakistan where his parents served as church planters. He came to his own faith in Christ through their influence and example.
In addition to writing and teaching, Jonathan is actively involved in carrying on the mission work his parents began. He has also served as an Elder at the congregation he attends.
Jonathan and his wife have been happily married for over 30 years. They live in Oregon and have two grown children who are also in the Lord.
You can view some of Jonathan’s musings on the church and other aspects of life in Christ at: www.presbyterjon.com