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God's Word for You
Juízes para Você
Junte-se ao dr. Timothy Keller na exposição do livro de Juízes. Entenda seu significado e veja como ele transforma nosso coração e nossa vida hoje.
Escrito para pessoas de todas as idades e etapas da vida, de novos crentes a pesquisadores, de pastores a professores, este material pode ser utilizado de diversas formas e foi feito para você...
LER E ESTUDAR, servindo de guia para o empolgante livro de Juízes, levando-o a ver como ele aponta para o maior resgate de Deus;
MEDITAR E SE ALIMENTAR, proporcionando um devocional diário que o ajudará a crescer em Cristo à medida que for lendo e meditando nessa porção da Palavra de Deus;
ENSINAR E LIDERAR, oferecendo uma série de apontamentos que lhe permitirão explicar, ilustrar e aplicar Juízes quando estiver pregando ou liderando um estudo bíblico.
Escrito para pessoas de todas as idades e etapas da vida, de novos crentes a pesquisadores, de pastores a professores, este material pode ser utilizado de diversas formas e foi feito para você...
LER E ESTUDAR, servindo de guia para o empolgante livro de Juízes, levando-o a ver como ele aponta para o maior resgate de Deus;
MEDITAR E SE ALIMENTAR, proporcionando um devocional diário que o ajudará a crescer em Cristo à medida que for lendo e meditando nessa porção da Palavra de Deus;
ENSINAR E LIDERAR, oferecendo uma série de apontamentos que lhe permitirão explicar, ilustrar e aplicar Juízes quando estiver pregando ou liderando um estudo bíblico.
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Timothy J. Keller
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Timothy Keller was the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, which he started in 1989 with his wife, Kathy, and three young sons. For over twenty years he has led a diverse congregation of young professionals that has grown to a weekly attendance of over 5,000.
He was also Chairman of Redeemer City to City, which starts new churches in New York and other global cities, and publishes books and resources for faith in an urban culture. In over ten years they have helped to launch over 250 churches in 48 cities. More recently, Dr. Keller’s books, including the New York Times bestselling The Reason for God and The Prodigal God, have sold over 1 million copies and been translated into 15 languages.
Christianity Today has said, “Fifty years from now, if evangelical Christians are widely known for their love of cities, their commitment to mercy and justice, and their love of their neighbors, Tim Keller will be remembered as a pioneer of the new urban Christians.”
Dr. Keller was born and raised in Pennsylvania, and educated at Bucknell University, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and Westminster Theological Seminary. He previously served as the pastor of West Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Hopewell, Virginia, Associate Professor of Practical Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary, and Director of Mercy Ministries for the Presbyterian Church in America.
Timothy Keller was the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, which he started in 1989 with his wife, Kathy, and three young sons. For over twenty years he has led a diverse congregation of young professionals that has grown to a weekly attendance of over 5,000.
He was also Chairman of Redeemer City to City, which starts new churches in New York and other global cities, and publishes books and resources for faith in an urban culture. In over ten years they have helped to launch over 250 churches in 48 cities. More recently, Dr. Keller’s books, including the New York Times bestselling The Reason for God and The Prodigal God, have sold over 1 million copies and been translated into 15 languages.
Christianity Today has said, “Fifty years from now, if evangelical Christians are widely known for their love of cities, their commitment to mercy and justice, and their love of their neighbors, Tim Keller will be remembered as a pioneer of the new urban Christians.”
Dr. Keller was born and raised in Pennsylvania, and educated at Bucknell University, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and Westminster Theological Seminary. He previously served as the pastor of West Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Hopewell, Virginia, Associate Professor of Practical Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary, and Director of Mercy Ministries for the Presbyterian Church in America.
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August 24, 2013
Simply put, I will never read the book of Judges the same way again and neither will you. This seems like a bold statement, but I believe the content of this book is worthy of such a claim.
For the past year or so I have been trying to focus on Biblical theology and learning the unfolding of redemptive history throughout the entire Bible, Old and New Testaments. Finding Jesus in the Old Testament is far more than looking for forced types and obscure prophecies, but it is about seeing a creation in desperate need of redemption. It’s about seeing imperfect rulers pointing to the one whose shoulders one day all governments will rest. It’s about seeing a sacrificial system that screams out the need for the one true sacrifice. I could go on and on but in reality, this commentary on Judges is a perfect example of seeing Christ in the Old Testament, in least likely placed you’d expect to see Him.
Often when we look through the pages of Judges we focus on tales of people we should or should not emulate. Be like this person, but not so much this person. Or, perhaps as children we learned the heroic stories of men like Gideon and Samson but glazed over their sinful indiscretions. In this book, Tim Keller walks us through many of these Biblical accounts, but with an eye to see man’s sinfulness, God’s faithfulness and the need of redemption only found in Jesus. This book is filled with the gospel. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate this perspective. It is a breath of fresh air.
The other highlight of this book is its devotional value. I would recommend this book as a devotional tool to use with your daily reading. It is incredibly easy to read and intensely practical. Not only does Keller explain the text in a manner that is understandable but he does so in such a way as to touch your daily life. This is far from a theological treatise for ivory tower types. It’s theology for the working man.
I cannot recommend this book to you enough. Go out and buy a copy today. Warning, you’ll need a highlighter, an open heart, a willingness to be challenged and some time set aside for thoughtful reflection to use the book most effectively.
Disclaimer: This book was provided by the publisher for review. I was under no obligation to offer a favorable review.
For the past year or so I have been trying to focus on Biblical theology and learning the unfolding of redemptive history throughout the entire Bible, Old and New Testaments. Finding Jesus in the Old Testament is far more than looking for forced types and obscure prophecies, but it is about seeing a creation in desperate need of redemption. It’s about seeing imperfect rulers pointing to the one whose shoulders one day all governments will rest. It’s about seeing a sacrificial system that screams out the need for the one true sacrifice. I could go on and on but in reality, this commentary on Judges is a perfect example of seeing Christ in the Old Testament, in least likely placed you’d expect to see Him.
Often when we look through the pages of Judges we focus on tales of people we should or should not emulate. Be like this person, but not so much this person. Or, perhaps as children we learned the heroic stories of men like Gideon and Samson but glazed over their sinful indiscretions. In this book, Tim Keller walks us through many of these Biblical accounts, but with an eye to see man’s sinfulness, God’s faithfulness and the need of redemption only found in Jesus. This book is filled with the gospel. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate this perspective. It is a breath of fresh air.
The other highlight of this book is its devotional value. I would recommend this book as a devotional tool to use with your daily reading. It is incredibly easy to read and intensely practical. Not only does Keller explain the text in a manner that is understandable but he does so in such a way as to touch your daily life. This is far from a theological treatise for ivory tower types. It’s theology for the working man.
I cannot recommend this book to you enough. Go out and buy a copy today. Warning, you’ll need a highlighter, an open heart, a willingness to be challenged and some time set aside for thoughtful reflection to use the book most effectively.
Disclaimer: This book was provided by the publisher for review. I was under no obligation to offer a favorable review.
April 9, 2022
This really opened up the book of Judges to me. So many of the stories of the judges are very familiar to people who grew up in church, but Keller does a great job at drawing out things that I had never really given attention to. Details like the fact that Deborah was a prophetess and was a literally involved in the act of judging. Cases were brought to her and she determined the verdicts (4:4-5). Or that, not only is there a cycle of Sin->Defeat->Repent->Judge->Peace->Repeat, there is also a steady decline after each cycle descending more and more into idolatry and wickedness. By the time we get to Samson, the people don't even cry out to God to ask for help, God initiates the process. Until finally, by the last two chapters, the Israelites are no longer fighting an oppressing nation, but themselves in civil war.
The book of judges truly shows us our need for a leader and ruler who is perfect, incorruptible, and eternal. It points us to the perfect savior, Jesus. And this book does an excellent job at unpacking and highlighting many of those themes so that you come away with a much better understanding of Judges.
The book of judges truly shows us our need for a leader and ruler who is perfect, incorruptible, and eternal. It points us to the perfect savior, Jesus. And this book does an excellent job at unpacking and highlighting many of those themes so that you come away with a much better understanding of Judges.
August 12, 2021
Hay comentarios buenos que nos pueden gustar por la cantidad de información y las amplias explicaciones que dan versículo a versículo y palabra por palabra. Ese tipo de comentarios. te llevana reflexionar y en ocasiones pueden cansar por tanta información.
Este comentario de Jueces es uno que clasifico como buenísimo, pero no es por la cantidad de información sino por la calidad de la misma. Con una manera sencilla, clara y general, Timothy Keller en jueces para ti nos regala un comentario que es una joya. Jueces definitivamente no es un libro sencillo para comentar, o para buscar el evangelio. Sin embargo, Keller lo hace ver sencillo. Disfruté cada día leyendo este comentario. Altamente recomendado.
Este comentario de Jueces es uno que clasifico como buenísimo, pero no es por la cantidad de información sino por la calidad de la misma. Con una manera sencilla, clara y general, Timothy Keller en jueces para ti nos regala un comentario que es una joya. Jueces definitivamente no es un libro sencillo para comentar, o para buscar el evangelio. Sin embargo, Keller lo hace ver sencillo. Disfruté cada día leyendo este comentario. Altamente recomendado.
June 9, 2018
Tim Keller doing what he does best: exalting Christ.
Keller does an excellent job of showing how Judges is ultimately pointing to our need for Christ, not a book about emulating super heroes. There are no misplaced or forced “Jesus jukes” here. He remains faithful to the text and always connects it to Christ and to the church today, showing how Judges is the most relevant book for our day and age. In short, Keller helps the modern, OT-illiterate church member read the Bible through new eyes; new Christological eyes.
Some of the details Keller draws attention to will make you never read the book the same. He’s not devising a novel interpretive approach, adding meaning to the text. Rather, he brings to light little details that have always been there that often get
overlooked by the modern reader. He helps the reader see what the Author of Judges is actually saying.
His treatment of Samson’s story is simply outstanding. Highly recommended for preaching, Sunday school, and small groups.
This is one of those books I wish I could make everyone in my church read, because it would help them appreciate and read the OT more.
Keller does an excellent job of showing how Judges is ultimately pointing to our need for Christ, not a book about emulating super heroes. There are no misplaced or forced “Jesus jukes” here. He remains faithful to the text and always connects it to Christ and to the church today, showing how Judges is the most relevant book for our day and age. In short, Keller helps the modern, OT-illiterate church member read the Bible through new eyes; new Christological eyes.
Some of the details Keller draws attention to will make you never read the book the same. He’s not devising a novel interpretive approach, adding meaning to the text. Rather, he brings to light little details that have always been there that often get
overlooked by the modern reader. He helps the reader see what the Author of Judges is actually saying.
His treatment of Samson’s story is simply outstanding. Highly recommended for preaching, Sunday school, and small groups.
This is one of those books I wish I could make everyone in my church read, because it would help them appreciate and read the OT more.
June 15, 2016
Me encantó. Creo que me gustó aun más que Gálatas para Ti porque no esperaba ver el evangelio en este libro. Y Keller siempre resalta el evangelio. En el libro de Jueces que parece ser tan violento y deprimiente, nos señala a nuestra necesidad del mejor y verdadero Juez, el mejor y verdadero Salvador. ¡Muy recomendado!
September 12, 2020
Uno de los mejores libros.
Sin ser un comentario bíblico académico (lleno de hebreo y concordancias) Tim Keller elaboró un estudio bíblico fascinante del libro de Jueces. Tantas enseñanzas y aplicaciones del evangelio que, personalmente había pasado por alto, además de dibujar la sombra de Cristo a través de todo el libro. En Jueces para ti, vemos a Cristo y nos vemos a nosotros mismos.
A toda persona que pueda, debe leer este libro.
Sin ser un comentario bíblico académico (lleno de hebreo y concordancias) Tim Keller elaboró un estudio bíblico fascinante del libro de Jueces. Tantas enseñanzas y aplicaciones del evangelio que, personalmente había pasado por alto, además de dibujar la sombra de Cristo a través de todo el libro. En Jueces para ti, vemos a Cristo y nos vemos a nosotros mismos.
A toda persona que pueda, debe leer este libro.
December 31, 2021
Keller does a great job of explaining to true narrative of Judges, which is to point us to a greater judge and King in Jesus Christ. As someone who struggles to get a lot of out of Old Testament readings, this book allowed me to understand God’s faithfulness and the purpose of
Judges and stories like these in the Bible.
Judges and stories like these in the Bible.
December 14, 2017
One of the best books I have read to date. Keller does a great job of revealing the gospel in the book of judges and leading you to a place of repentance and worship. This book is essential for the modern church.
January 30, 2023
Excellent.
May 24, 2022
Judges can be a bewildering book, with plenty of confusing questions to ponder. Does Deborah's career make any statements about modern women's leadership roles? Was Barak culpable or faithful to ask Deborah to come with him? Are we supposed to celebrate Jael? What happened to Jephthah's daughter now? Why the heck did Samson tell Delilah about his hair? Are we supposed to revere any of these judges--which gets increasingly harder as the book goes on?
Keller provides a helpful, orthodox guide to the book and shows just how relevant this crazy ancient narrative is to our times. Unlike his commentary on Galatians, my mind wasn't constantly blown, but I appreciated his consistent drawing of parallels between Judges and our times. I've had good teaching in my church, so I'm not constantly saying "HUH?" every time I read Judges, but I suspect that many people do, and this commentary would be centering for those readers.
Fun extra fact: going through Judges more in-depth has given me far more appreciation for David. He's living in that cesspool and yet his heart is... well, after God's own heart! ;)
Keller provides a helpful, orthodox guide to the book and shows just how relevant this crazy ancient narrative is to our times. Unlike his commentary on Galatians, my mind wasn't constantly blown, but I appreciated his consistent drawing of parallels between Judges and our times. I've had good teaching in my church, so I'm not constantly saying "HUH?" every time I read Judges, but I suspect that many people do, and this commentary would be centering for those readers.
Fun extra fact: going through Judges more in-depth has given me far more appreciation for David. He's living in that cesspool and yet his heart is... well, after God's own heart! ;)
June 9, 2017
There were some really good parts in this lay-level commentary and some other parts that fell short of the mark in my opinion. It often seemed to me that Keller would be explaining why approaching a story in one way was to approach the story with "modern sensibilities" and then he would invariably seem to approach the same story from another direction that also seemed to be rife with "modern sensibilities. I'm glad I read it but I do feel like it went off the mark in several places.
April 25, 2022
Good as usual from Keller - thoroughly devotional. I suspect he’s at his happiest when he’s riffing off idolatry - although when you look at Judges, are idols really “good things become ‘God’ things?” Probably not. Still, I think there’s some merit in his lines of application to modern day idols (thinking systematically & biblical theology-wise). Never understood chapter 20 until after reading this - helpful!
January 24, 2024
timmy k is so slay. that rhymes. anyway seriously so incredibly helpful as i read the book of judges, so much insight and really help to convict me/show me my sin and learn more of God’s grace and perfect plan. so really i’m talking about the book of judges now but yes timmy k helped me understand the passages bc i would just be feeling very lost reading judges without this book.
August 27, 2021
I have always enjoyed these “For You” short commentaries. Keller’s books have been some of the best. This one was no exception, Judges is a difficult book but one that points to King David who in turn points to Christ. This book illustrates this well. Highly recommended
January 26, 2023
Used this book alongside my Daily Bible reading notes and thought it was fantastic. It gives the reader a deeper understanding of the cyclical pattern of Judges and how God was working amongst them every time.
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January 25, 2020Keller continues to have an insight & perspective into scriptures that I find impactful and valuable
August 21, 2021
An excellent devotional tour through the book of Judges, drawing numerous parallels between the time of the judges and our own. An insightful and applicable read!
November 15, 2023
Used as a study guide as our men’s bible class went through Judges. Really helpful with good application questions for each section!
December 1, 2023
Una muy buena guía y ayuda para estudiar el libro de Jueces.
August 18, 2024
Interesting questions, makes the book of Judges accessible and easy to digest.
May 24, 2024
An insightful read into the OT book. Applicable to the modern church.
September 17, 2021
To be honest, I had pretty low expectations and I was pleasantly surprised. I thought it would be a pretty weak overview of the book of Judges but there was some solid depth and historical context that shedded a lot of light on what happens and why. A solid read for anyone who wants to dive a little deeper into Judges.
August 7, 2013
Judges is one of those books in the bible that can be difficult to read. And even more difficult to apply to your life. However, as the title indicates, Judges is for the believer. Just as Israel fell away from the Lord by worshipping God half way, we as Christians can make God into an idol that is far removed from what the word of God says. Because of that, the Lord will "force" his hand on his people just as He did with Israel. Keller, walks you thru this study that is in context and also shows the heart of God's people. God knows that whatever controls our heart, is what we idolize and worship. The main focus in Judges is the people did what was right in their own eyes and God's judgement throughout history is to give people over to the consequences of the life they have chosen. Because of this, the Lord, appointed Judges over Israel. Keller also points to the cross and the work of Christ. Judges is for you because it points you to the cross.
We also see the tension that we face today. God's grace and God's judgement. The only way God can love us both conditionally and unconditionally is at the cross. Without the Gospel of Christ crucified, we will always either complacently give in to sin or live under a burden of guilt and fear. The cross is where we find the tension resolved. The cross is where we find the freedom to accept ourselves without being proud and to challenge ourselves without being crushed. (kindle locat 304).
The judge that impacted me the most is was Gideon. He started out in obedience, however, he had some hangups. Do you ever find yourself wanting or desiring to be needed? It can be deadly and just as Gideon soon found out. The book of Judges shows us that we are problem, back then and today. We cannot be our own solution. Just as Israel did, we need to search for the King and have him deal with our hearts. The study has the old with the promise of the new. With all the struggles we face with our heart and good intentions, we can have hope that Christ work is done and all we have to do is surrender our rebel hearts. Not as easy as it sounds, however, one of my favorite verses helps me in this every day...Be still and know that I am God.
complimentary review copy was provided to me by Cross Focused Reviews (A Service of Cross Focused Media, LLC). I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own
We also see the tension that we face today. God's grace and God's judgement. The only way God can love us both conditionally and unconditionally is at the cross. Without the Gospel of Christ crucified, we will always either complacently give in to sin or live under a burden of guilt and fear. The cross is where we find the tension resolved. The cross is where we find the freedom to accept ourselves without being proud and to challenge ourselves without being crushed. (kindle locat 304).
The judge that impacted me the most is was Gideon. He started out in obedience, however, he had some hangups. Do you ever find yourself wanting or desiring to be needed? It can be deadly and just as Gideon soon found out. The book of Judges shows us that we are problem, back then and today. We cannot be our own solution. Just as Israel did, we need to search for the King and have him deal with our hearts. The study has the old with the promise of the new. With all the struggles we face with our heart and good intentions, we can have hope that Christ work is done and all we have to do is surrender our rebel hearts. Not as easy as it sounds, however, one of my favorite verses helps me in this every day...Be still and know that I am God.
complimentary review copy was provided to me by Cross Focused Reviews (A Service of Cross Focused Media, LLC). I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own
August 6, 2020
This book gives a precious explanation on the book of judges. The author (Tim Keller) describes well how half-hearted obidience, failing to remember Him, and serving "idols" prevent us from enjoying God's blessings and provoke His anger.
However, through this book we are also reminded that the grace of God and God's forgiveness always remain even though we have been sinning and hurting Him constantly. As the author also said" His anger is not opposed to His love".
I feel blessed and will never see the story of judges the same way again.
However, through this book we are also reminded that the grace of God and God's forgiveness always remain even though we have been sinning and hurting Him constantly. As the author also said" His anger is not opposed to His love".
I feel blessed and will never see the story of judges the same way again.
August 23, 2013
Parts of the Bible can be difficult to understand, but thankfully there are writers and scholars to help us find the answers to our questions. The book of Judges is such a book, and Tim Keller has painstakenly taken the time to get into the meat of the book and explain it. If you have wanted to get more from your reading or study of the book of Judges, this book will help get you through it.
Judges is full of stories of the Israelites sinning and rebelling against God, then begging for forgiveness, followed by that forgiveness. The people want a physical leader, but those leaders (judges) aren't always good, and the prople fall into idolatry. Many times this happened because of involvement with the people around them, many times due to a failure of faith in their God. The parallels with today's believers and the world are astounding and relevent. Is the grass greener on the other side? Has God left us when we don't see Him working? Do we need to put someone/something up to worship? God's Word was written for us to learn and grow, and the Book of Judges is no exception. "Judges for You" will give you answers to questions you might have and will help you delve deeper into this interesting book of the Old Testament.
Tim Keller is a wonderful writer who has certainly done his preparation for this book. He carefully explains the thoughts and events with clarity and wisdom, making it possible for average Bible readers to get to the meat of this book. I have really enjoyed it and look forward to reading more of his work. This book would make a wonderful devotional book, book discussion choice, and even a book for Sunday School groups to study. I received my review copy from Cross Focused Reviews in exchange for an honest review.
Judges is full of stories of the Israelites sinning and rebelling against God, then begging for forgiveness, followed by that forgiveness. The people want a physical leader, but those leaders (judges) aren't always good, and the prople fall into idolatry. Many times this happened because of involvement with the people around them, many times due to a failure of faith in their God. The parallels with today's believers and the world are astounding and relevent. Is the grass greener on the other side? Has God left us when we don't see Him working? Do we need to put someone/something up to worship? God's Word was written for us to learn and grow, and the Book of Judges is no exception. "Judges for You" will give you answers to questions you might have and will help you delve deeper into this interesting book of the Old Testament.
Tim Keller is a wonderful writer who has certainly done his preparation for this book. He carefully explains the thoughts and events with clarity and wisdom, making it possible for average Bible readers to get to the meat of this book. I have really enjoyed it and look forward to reading more of his work. This book would make a wonderful devotional book, book discussion choice, and even a book for Sunday School groups to study. I received my review copy from Cross Focused Reviews in exchange for an honest review.
August 23, 2013
Parts of the Bible can be difficult to understand, but thankfully there are writers and scholars to help us find the answers to our questions. The book of Judges is such a book, and Tim Keller has painstakenly taken the time to get into the meat of the book and explain it. If you have wanted to get more from your reading or study of the book of Judges, this book will help get you through it.
Judges is full of stories of the Israelites sinning and rebelling against God, then begging for forgiveness, followed by that forgiveness. The people want a physical leader, but those leaders (judges) aren't always good, and the prople fall into idolatry. Many times this happened because of involvement with the people around them, many times due to a failure of faith in their God. The parallels with today's believers and the world are astounding and relevent. Is the grass greener on the other side? Has God left us when we don't see Him working? Do we need to put someone/something up to worship? God's Word was written for us to learn and grow, and the Book of Judges is no exception. "Judges for You" will give you answers to questions you might have and will help you delve deeper into this interesting book of the Old Testament.
Tim Keller is a wonderful writer who has certainly done his preparation for this book. He carefully explains the thoughts and events with clarity and wisdom, making it possible for average Bible readers to get to the meat of this book. I have really enjoyed it and look forward to reading more of his work. This book would make a wonderful devotional book, book discussion choice, and even a book for Sunday School groups to study. I received my review copy from Cross Focused Reviews in exchange for an honest review.
Judges is full of stories of the Israelites sinning and rebelling against God, then begging for forgiveness, followed by that forgiveness. The people want a physical leader, but those leaders (judges) aren't always good, and the prople fall into idolatry. Many times this happened because of involvement with the people around them, many times due to a failure of faith in their God. The parallels with today's believers and the world are astounding and relevent. Is the grass greener on the other side? Has God left us when we don't see Him working? Do we need to put someone/something up to worship? God's Word was written for us to learn and grow, and the Book of Judges is no exception. "Judges for You" will give you answers to questions you might have and will help you delve deeper into this interesting book of the Old Testament.
Tim Keller is a wonderful writer who has certainly done his preparation for this book. He carefully explains the thoughts and events with clarity and wisdom, making it possible for average Bible readers to get to the meat of this book. I have really enjoyed it and look forward to reading more of his work. This book would make a wonderful devotional book, book discussion choice, and even a book for Sunday School groups to study. I received my review copy from Cross Focused Reviews in exchange for an honest review.
June 7, 2019
I appreciate Keller's intelligence and knowledge he brings to the book of Judges, but there were times it read more of a treatise of his own theological principals than a biblical studies book. For example, there were several times when he insults the NIV translation, but when looking at a comparable list of translations. Most translations would have the same wording that Keller disagreed with, but he specifically criticized the NIV several times. This didn't make sense to me unless Keller had a bone to pick with the NIV. There were also several times where I felt Keller overstepped for no reason other than to support his complementarian theology. For example, after discussing the story of Deborah, Keller dedicates the next several pages to his argument against female pastors. The story of Deborah isn't about that at all. His need to discuss that there felt out of place and a reminder that reformed theology ties the issues of the male and female roles to more than necessary.
There were also several times that I found myself longing for deeper questions or questions that more accurately reflected the book of Judges rather than Keller's theology. It did give me information about the book of Judges and helped me to process a difficult book, but I was disappointed with the quality of the work.
There were also several times that I found myself longing for deeper questions or questions that more accurately reflected the book of Judges rather than Keller's theology. It did give me information about the book of Judges and helped me to process a difficult book, but I was disappointed with the quality of the work.
December 23, 2015
A fantastic tool for studying the book of Judges. The book is devotional in nature, but Keller isn't afraid to get into technical details that shine light on the text.
Again and again, Keller helped me in my study to turn my eyes towards Jesus, the ultimate righteous ruler who came as both savior and sovereign. The book of Judges is not afraid to look into the darkest, most depraved corners of the human heart. We see clearly that a human rescuer just won't cut it. That's why God himself needed to enter history in the man Jesus Christ.
Again and again, Keller helped me in my study to turn my eyes towards Jesus, the ultimate righteous ruler who came as both savior and sovereign. The book of Judges is not afraid to look into the darkest, most depraved corners of the human heart. We see clearly that a human rescuer just won't cut it. That's why God himself needed to enter history in the man Jesus Christ.
June 12, 2019
Classic Keller: great cultural analysis and application, ingenious way of looking at things so as to make the reader really step back and think, but fairly sparse exegesis and in-depth theological interpretation.
This was a helpful book on some of the major themes/applications of Judges in relation to our modern age. It would be most helpful for a general overview of the book and/or a bible study (though Dale Ralph Davis is a better option).
This was a helpful book on some of the major themes/applications of Judges in relation to our modern age. It would be most helpful for a general overview of the book and/or a bible study (though Dale Ralph Davis is a better option).
August 19, 2013
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