Abraham's Silence
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
A widely respected scholar suggests we have misread and misapplied the story of the binding of Isaac and shows that God desires more than silent obedience in difficult times.
J.Richard Middleton Books
J. Richard Middleton is a professor of biblical worldview and exegesis, deeply engaged in understanding ancient texts and their modern relevance. His scholarship delves into how biblical imagery and narratives can offer liberation and transformation to contemporary perspectives. Middleton's work is characterized by its rigorous approach and profound insights into the enduring power of scripture. He seeks to bridge the gap between ancient wisdom and modern understanding.
A New Heaven and a New Earth
- 332 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Drawing on the full sweep of the biblical narrative, Middleton makes a case for the new earth as the appropriate Christian hope and suggests its ethical and ecclesial implications.
The Liberating Image
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
For two thousand years, Christians have been intrigued by the somewhat enigmatic Imago Dei references in the book of Genesis. Much theological ink has been spilled mulling over the significance and meaning of these words: "Let us make humanity in our image, according to our likeness . . . "In The Liberating Image, J. Richard Middleton takes on anew the challenge of interpreting the Imago Dei. Reflecting on the potential of the Imago Dei texts for developing an ethics of power rooted in compassion, he relates its significance to the Christian community's distinct calling in an increasingly violent world. The Liberating Image introduces a relevant, scholarly take on an important Christian doctrine. It will appeal to all Christians seeking to better understand what it means to be made in God's image.