The Message of Genesis 1--11

Atkinson, David J.

ISBN 10: 0830812296 / ISBN 13: 9780830812295

Published by IVP Academic, 1990

Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0830812296I5N00

Synopsis:

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 all--seasoned expositors and novice readers alike.

From the Back Cover: David Atkinson vividly presents the magnificent cosmic setting
of the early story of mankind. Here is the insight that allows us to
understand both the greatness and the tragic flaw inherent in human beings
today. Here is the key to our history. We are responsible participants in
God's creation who must, like Noah, confront the possibility of global
catastrophe.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Message of Genesis 1--11
Publisher: IVP Academic
Publication Date: 1990
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Fair
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket