Preface
Acknowledgments

Part 1: The Foundation

1. The End
2. God

Part 2: The Frame

3. Creation
4. Covenant
5. Kingdom

Part 3: The Superstructure

6. Temple
7. Messiah
8. Israel
9. Land
10. Idols
11. Judgment
12. Exodus
13. Wisdom
14. Law
15. Spirit
16. Mission

Where to Go Next
Notes
General Index
Scripture Index

“Biblical theology is the essential starting place for understanding Scripture rightly. This short, accessible book will help you grasp the Bible’s big story by tracing the most important themes of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation. This is a tremendous resource for pastors and congregations alike. Let Chris Bruno give you a guided tour of the central themes of Scripture—you won’t regret it.”
R. Albert Mohler Jr., President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

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Chris Brauns, Pastor, The Red Brick Church, Stillman Valley, Illinois; author, Unpacking Forgiveness; Bound Together; and When the Word Leads Your Pastoral Search

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Jonathan Arnold, Assistant Professor of Christian Theology and Church History and Director of The Augustine Honors Collegium, Boyce College; Fellow, Andrew Fuller Center for Baptist Studies

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