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The good news from the Minor Prophets is that, even in dire times, God speaks.
While the Minor Prophets are among the most succinct books of the Old Testament, their theological richness has much to offer us today. And not only did they have something to say to their original audience, but God continues to speak through their words in ways that are of utmost importance for the continued flourishing of God's people. In this unique introduction to the Minor Prophets, biblical scholars Craig Bartholomew and Heath Thomas survey the twelve books and explore the theological themes of each. Filled with helpful exegetical insights, this book is an invaluable guide for students, pastors, and scholars looking for a cohesive exploration of these often-overlooked books of the Hebrew Bible.
More than a survey of the text, each chapter offers theological insights that help frame the message of the Minor Prophets for preaching and living in our world today. This introduction contextualizes the Minor Prophets within a larger biblical-theological framework, illuminating these twelve books as masterful works of literature that address the realities of human life with unblinking honesty and uncompromising hope.
Contents
Preface
Abbreviations
Introduction
1. Reading the Minor Prophets with the Church and in the Academy
2. The Ancient Word of Prophecy
3. Hosea: YHWH: Lover and Lion
4. Hosea 2: 14-23[16-25]: A Tale of Two Futures: Part Two
5. Joel: The Valley of Decision
6. The Day of the LORD
7. Amos: YHWH, the Master of Geopolitics, and the Affliction of Joseph
8. Amos and Creation: The Hymn Fragments
9. Obadiah: Edom's Fall and YHWH's Kingdom
10. Jonah: The Patient God
11. Spiritual Formation: Jonah and His Canticle 2:3[2]-10[9]
12. Micah: Divine Forgiveness and the Remnant
13. He Has Told You What Is Good: Micah 6:6-8
14. Nahum and Zephaniah: God, the Nations, and Israel
15. Habakkuk: A Protesting and Patient Faith
16. Faith in the Faithful God: Habakkuk 2:2-4
17. Zechariah: Prisoners of Hope
18. Zechariah 9:9-10: The King Receives His Kingdom
19. Haggai and Malachi: Restoration and Remembrance
20. The Theology of the Minor Prophets
21. The Minor Prophets and Jesus
22. The Theology of the Minor Prophets for Today
