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Message of Genesis 1-11

by David Atkinson, J. A. Motyer
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Overview

Genesis shows us how and why we are. It uncovers the origins of evil. It illuminates the meaning of freedom. It expresses the harmony of creation. And it offers hope for the renewal of our natural world and for the healing of our broken relationships.

"Genesis 1-11 is really an overture to the rest of the Bible." So writes David Atkinson in his introduction to this thoughtful and spiritual guide to the opening chapters of Genesis. Writing as a scientist and as a pastor, Atkinson avoides technicalities and speculation and provides a skillful guide to the text's theological significance. While many commentaries on these chapters become tangled in problems of dating, authorship and historicity, this tour of the opening chapters of Genesis focuses on the issues that really matter. Atkinson's work will be a delight to allβ€”seasoned expositors and novice readers alike.

Synopsis

This exposition of Genesis 1-11 by David Atkinson is part of The Bible Speaks Today Series, edited by J.A. Motyar and John R.W. Stott.

About the Author, David Atkinson

Atkinson is assistant curate of The Cathedral Church of St. Andrew, Aberdeen, and former fellow and chaplain of Corpus Christi College in Oxford, England. He is the author of several other books and commentaries.

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Book Details

Published
July 1, 1990
Publisher
InterVarsity Press
Pages
190
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780830812295

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