The Gospel According to Isaiah 53 - by Darrell L Bock (Paperback)

About the Book

Proceedings of a conference held in Mar. 2009 at Irving Baptist Church, Dallas, Tex.

Book Synopsis

The Gospel According to Isaiah 53 presents the redemptive work of the Messiah to the Jewish community, exploring issues of atonement and redemption in light of Isaiah chapter 53. It is clear that Jesus fulfills the specifications of the suffering servant of Isaiah 53. This book has many potential uses in its presentation of the gospel for Jewish people. Pastors who study it will find unparalleled help in preparing Bible studies and sermons, so that their listeners will become better equipped to tell Jewish people about Jesus. It will be beneficial as supplemental reading for classes on Isaiah, the Prophets, and Jewish evangelism. And believers will be trained to share Isaiah 53 with Jewish friends and family. Contributors include: - David L. Allen - Richard E. Averbeck - Darrell L. Bock - Michael L. Brown - Robert B. Chisholm Jr. - Craig A. Evans - John S. Feinberg - Mitch Glaser - Walter C. Kaiser Jr. - Donald R. Sunukjian

Review Quotes

"It is certainly time for a precise and well-researched explanation of Isaiah 53, and this book clearly fills this void for the evangelical world."--Paul D Wegner, Professor of Old Testament "Phoenix Seminary" (12/1/2012 12:00:00 AM)

"Provides pastors and other readers with a wonderful diversity of insights and perspectives on the meaning, relevance, and communication of Isaiah 53."--Roy E Ciampa, Professor of New Testament "Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary" (12/1/2012 12:00:00 AM)

"The essays here, all written by superb evangelical scholars, explore the rich texture and consequential history of Isaiah 53. This is an important contribution both to biblical theology and to the life of faith."--Timothy George, Dean "Beeson Divinity School" (12/1/2012 12:00:00 AM)