100 Favorite Verses from the Old Testament

by Shauna Humphreys

Studying—and truly understanding—the Old Testament can feel like an insurmountable task. But in this wonderful compilation of 100 of the most beloved Old Testament verses, author Shauna Humphreys reminds readers that this sacred book of scripture is brimming with treasures of wisdom for those prepared to seek them. Presented with complementary spiritual insights, vibrant explanations, and personal applications, each verse will motivate readers to delve into these sacred and powerful teachings as never before. Whether used in personal study or incorporated into family discussions or Church lessons, this inspiring volume is sure to enlighten the mind and stir the heart.

212 pages, Hardcover

First published October 2, 2017

Reviews

[Heidi Robbins (Heidi Reads...) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a wonderful book full of devotionals based on passages from the Old Testament. I liked that there is a table of contents listing the topic for each of the 100 verses, making it easy to select a particular passage. The author's credentials are impressive, including seminary teacher and Institute teacher. The style of writing and the messages brought forth are similar to the instruction I received in my seminary and Institute classes- putting the history in context, focusing on a principle, and applying it to our day and personal lives. Often other scriptures and words of our modern day prophets and apostles are included to expound on the topic. While a bit dry, the doctrine is on point and the insights are thought provoking. This would make a great gift with its stitched leather look, silver gilding on the pages, and ribbon bookmark.

(I received a complimentary copy of the book; all opinions in this review are my own)

[Rachel DeVaughn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a beautiful padded soft cover, hard back book with a red ribbon bookmark attached. Perfect for a gift!

It has 200 pages with 100 different chapters, well written and very organized. Perfect to use for a daily study since each chapter/scripture is only 2 pages. Included in the begining is the table of contents so readers can jump around and read what subject that are interested in.

I really enjoyed looking through this study book for the Old Testament!

I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

[Andrea · Rating 4 out of 5]

My attention was grabbed when I read the part of the book description for 100 Favorite Verses from the Old Testament that said "truly understanding the Old Testament". I read the Old Testament years ago as part of a seminary class, and several years after that I attempted it on my own. However, I was so put off by what I couldn't understand that I soon gave up.

When 100 Favorite Verses from the Old Testament arrived in my mailbox I was very surprised to find a 200 page book. Although I wasn't anticipating two pages per verse (I'm not sure how else you'd understand the verses without some good explanations-I just hadn't thought that part through), I was very impressed with the look of the book. It is a lovely, stitched leather (faux?) hardcover with debossed titles and silver gilded pages. It will fit very well next to your scriptures.

This isn't a one sitting kind of book. It's a study guide of sorts, or maybe something you'd use for family nights or devotionals. My goal is to read a chapter a day (so one verse and explanation per day), and it has been an enjoyable experience so far. The author gives some great insights, and there is definitely food for thought.

*I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.