A Basic Guide to Biblical Theology

“Understanding the Bible may seem daunting since it was composed over many centuries with an astonishing literary variety. Alan Thompson has provided an accessible, wise, clear, and faithful summary of some of the key themes in the biblical story. The length of the Bible and the diversity of historical situations addressed may hinder us from grasping where the story is going. Reading Thompson will help students, laypeople, and pastors see the larger framework and discern the overall structure and content of the Scriptures. It is a wonderful resource for a book club or for a small-group study or for a discipling relationship with another believer.”

“What a wonderful book on biblical theology! This volume is one of the most accessible, well-balanced, and engaging books on the subject. This project not only introduces readers to the major themes and structure of the Bible but also contains a splendid chapter on how to read Scripture responsibly. For anyone looking to dip their toes in the waters of biblical theology or to wade into the deep end, I heartily recommend Alan Thompson’s A Basic Guide to Biblical Theology.”

“Whenever a person hears someone do biblical theology—connecting the storyline of the Bible through its various parts according to themes written by the divine author—there’s usually a deep resonance that generates a desire to be able to see these connections. Alan Thompson’s A Basic Guide to Biblical Theology works through nine of the most important themes that span the Bible and presents them in a way that not only grounds the reader in these foundational themes but also trains the Bible student in how to search out additional themes with biblical integrity leading to joyful discovery.”

“Knowing how the Bible fits together is foundational to the right interpretation and application of Scripture and to all theological formulation. Although the subject is vast, Alan Thompson has provided a wonderful, faithful, and helpful overview of the basic story and message of Scripture. This book is a must-read for those who want to know how to think God’s thoughts after him and want to understand well the whole counsel of God. I cannot recommend this book enough; it will help both beginners and seasoned Christians learn how to understand and marvel at the glory of our triune God’s redemptive plan centered in our Lord Jesus Christ.”

“I highly recommend this accessible, insightful introduction to biblical theology. Alan Thompson provides sound guidance for readers seeking patterns and principles for how the whole Bible fits together.”

“Too often readers of the Bible don’t see the forest for the trees. This engaging book will change that. It will open your eyes to a beautiful landscape in which all the paths lead to Jesus.”

“Alan Thompson sets out to help the Bible reader understand how progressive revelation and the overall unity of the Bible provide the necessary reference points for the correct understanding of the scriptural message. His selection of major themes that are essential aspects of the progression of the message about Christ’s saving work aptly enables us to appreciate both the unity and the diversity of Scripture. This book is a valuable addition to a growing body of literature that introduces both the technically trained theologian and the layperson to the discipline of biblical theology. To magnify the Christ-centeredness of the Bible is a worthy aim, which is the emphasis of this book.”