This author engages with biblical texts, emphasizing their contemporary relevance. His work delves into the theological and ethical dimensions of Old Testament figures and events, offering readers profound insights into spiritual principles. Through his academic and ministry background, he seeks to bridge ancient scripture with modern life and faith.
A new commentary for today's world, The Story of God Bible Commentary explains and illuminates each passage of Scripture in light of the Bible's grand story. SGBC offers a clear and compelling exposition of biblical texts, guiding everyday readers in how to creatively and faithfully live out the Bible in their own contexts.
God has a bad reputation. Many think of God as wrathful and angry, smiting people for no apparent reason. But the story is more complicated than that. Without minimizing the sometimes harsh realities of the biblical record, David Lamb unpacks the complexity of the Old Testament and assembles an overall picture that gives coherence to our understanding of God in both Old and New Testaments.
Exploring unconventional relationships in the Old Testament, the book examines the lives of polygamists like Jacob and Abraham, and the complex stories of figures such as Tamar and Rahab. It confronts the morally ambiguous actions of biblical characters, including Lot and David, who are nonetheless labeled as righteous. Rather than shying away from these controversial narratives, the work invites readers to engage with and learn from these R-rated love stories, offering a fresh perspective on biblical love and morality.
Exploring the complexities of the Old Testament, David Lamb addresses the often-misunderstood character of God, challenging the perception of Him as wrathful and capricious. By examining difficult passages, he seeks to provide clarity and coherence in understanding God's nature across both the Old and New Testaments, offering insights that reconcile troubling aspects of scripture with a more compassionate view of the divine.