First Words: Genesis 1–2:7: Exploring Scripture through Ancient Eyes

by Jeffrey D. Johnson

First Genesis 1-2:7 is a verse-by-verse study of Genesis 1-2:7, highlighting the historical context, Rabbinical and Evangelical interpretations of the text, while unlocking the meaning of certain Hebrew words.

"What makes this book of great value for the Christian interpreter is the fact that Dr. Johnson not only examines and explains the text from the Christian perspective, he also helps the reader understand how the Jewish rabbis for many centuries have explained these first words of their sacred text. Johnson draws on his rich background in Hebrew, Aramaic, Targums, and Christian theology to explain the text."
--Dick Dahlquist, retired professor of Bible and Pastoral Studies, current adjunct professor of On-Line Bible, Grace University, Omaha, NE

"An insightful commentary, enabling readers to better understand Scripture, better appreciate the culture and context from which it emerged, and to better see Jesus--the One to whom the Scripture points."
--Jeffrey L. Seif, University Distinguished Professor of Bible and Jewish Studies, Kings University

"Dr. Johnson has skillfully crafted a work of theological soundness and exegetical insight. Viewing the biblical text through the lens of Rabbinical teachings, cultural nuance, and grammatical insight, the reader is invited to a revived love and devotion for our Creator and Redeemer. Teachers and students of the Word will find this exposition extremely user-friendly in the classroom and in personal study."
--J.B. Baldridge, Bible Professor, Arlington Baptist College; Minister of Education, Pleasantview Baptist Church, Arlington, Texas

"A great companion piece to the Bible and other commentaries I have."
--Steve Elwart, Executive Research Analyst, Koinonia Institute

Jeffrey D. Johnson is a dedicated expositor and Bible teacher with expertise in Jewish roots of Christianity, the Middle East, and theology. Dr. Jeff is the founder and president of Israel Today Ministries. He's a teacher, pastor, religious writer, adjunct professor, and humanitarian feeding thousands in the Middle East. His books and articles address the Jewish roots of Christianity, biblical prophecy, theology, expositional studies, and adventure. He is lovingly known by others as Doctor Jeff.

84 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 5, 2017

About the author

Dr. Jeffrey D. Johnson is a humanitarian, educator, author and President of Israel Today Ministries. He is a popular speaker and teacher in churches, conferences, congregations and colleges throughout the United States and the world. He received his MA from Moody Bible Institute, and his PhD from Louisiana Baptist University. His doctoral work also included research from the University of South Africa. Dr. Johnson has lectured at Harvard University on the Middle East, and taught a class on Judaism at South Western Baptist Theological Seminary, and as an adjunct professor teaches Systematic Theology at Arlington Baptist College. Dr. Johnson also has radio programs with various stations. Based in Arlington, Texas, he is founder and president of Israel Today Ministries, which is dedicated to providing educational material and humanitarian relief to thousands in need within Israel and surrounding territories, and educating Gentile believers on the Jewish roots of Christianity. Several weeks (months) each year you will find Dr. Johnson in Israel, the West Bank and throughout the Middle Ea