Eminently readable, exegetically thorough, and written in an emotionally warm style that flows from his keen sensitivity to the text, Barry Webb's commentary on Judges is just what is needed to properly engage a dynamic, narrative work like the book of Judges. It discusses not only unique features of the stories themselves but also such issues as the violent nature of Judges, how women are portrayed in it, and how it relates to the Christian gospel of the New Testament.Webb concentr...

Eminently readable, exegetically thorough, and written in an emotionally warm style that flows from his keen sensitivity to the text, Barry Webb’s commentary on Judges is just what is needed to properly engage a dynamic, narrative work like the book of Judges. It discusses not only unique features of the stories themselves but also such issues as the violent nature of Judges, how women are portrayed in it, and how it relates to the Christian gospel of the New Testament.Webb concent...

叢書序聖 經 神 學 新 研 究 叢書 （ New Studies in Biblical Theology）是一套論文的專書系列，針對的議題都是聖經神學這門學科裡的關鍵性議題。此系列裡的專書都聚焦在以下三個領域中的一個或多個：1.聖經神學的本質與現狀，包含它和其他學科之間的關係（例如，與歷史神學、釋經學、系統神學、歷史鑑別學以及敘事神學間的關係）；2.說明並闡釋某位聖經作者或某卷聖經（corpus）的思想架構；以及 3.跨越所有或部分的經卷，從中勾勒出某個聖經主題。最重要的，這些論文都是一些具有原創性的嘗試，為要幫助有思想的基督徒更了解他們的聖經。這套叢書是想要同時達到教誨和造就的目標，既想要與時下的文獻互動，也想要指出前面要走的路。在神的世界裡，思維和心靈不該分開：在這套叢書裡我們會設法不要將神所配合的給分開來。雖然附註裡相互參照的都是最好的學術文獻，但經文並沒有未經翻譯的希臘文與希伯來文摻雜其中，同時也設法避免用到太多學術性的專用字眼。這些專書都是在承認福音派信仰的架構下寫的，但其中會一直嘗試去了解整體相關文獻所牽涉到的思想。...

The Old Testament books of Judges and Ruth record some of the most powerful stories in all of Scripture. Set in a time when everyone "did what was right in his own eyes," these books highlight God's faithfulness in the midst of Israel's continual disobedience. Exploring the stories of figures such as Gideon, Samson, and Naomi and Ruth, this accessible commentary emphasizes the countless ways God protected and preserved his people in the Bible. Experienced preacher Barry Webb explores impor...

Zechariah the prophet's preaching was driven by the conviction that God's kingdom would come, and his will be done, whatever obstacles human beings might put in his way.Living in the small province of Yehud in the sixth century BC, Zechariah was thoroughly engaged with the realities of his own day, but never overwhelmed by them. He knew that life was to be lived in the light of the coming day when there would be 'one LORD, and his name the only name' and when this ...

超凡的風格，詩歌磅礡的氣勢，預嘗福音榮耀的盼望，使以賽亞書成為聖經中傑出的經卷。這卷書告訴我們，神已經為那些被拯救、被贖回的人提供了通往聖潔的途徑。這些意象包含出埃及的回顧，並向前瞻望基督在十字架上所成就的事。以賽亞書中對審判的描述所帶出來的喜樂，是讀者掬手可得的──毀壞後的重建，新的代替舊的。在這一本傑作裡，無論其本國或是周遭世界所發生的事件，都顯示神的手在其中，而它宣揚的好消息，正是這世界所盼望的。作者韋伯邀請他的讀者來看以賽亞書中，迫使人注視的神的榮耀，接近祂是多麼奇妙的事。對他而言，寫這本書是一次畢生難忘的飛翔經歷：「我飛向高天，看見了神的榮耀，並以一雙嶄新的眼睛觀看這個世界和我在其中的位置。」▕ 作者介紹▕韋伯（Barry Webb）曾經在一般學校教過書的韋伯，自始至終對於教育都有著極大的熱忱。不管是七年的高中教學經驗，抑或是後來選擇投身聖經研究，能夠直接和學生面對面，將自己所學的傾囊相授，一直都是他的最愛。儘管擔任澳洲雪梨摩爾神學院舊約部門的主任，每天要處理的事情多如牛毛，為了讓更多...

Phone-y Problem: With yet another of his speeches interrupted by the ringing, Mr. Weatherbee declares a ban on students' cell phones! Is the ban a good "call," or is the Bee just dialing a "wrong number?!" "Take Your Time": Archie struggles to figure out the difference between real time and "Veronica time!" "Double Trouble": A visit with a senior gives Archie a peek into his popular future - Archie's retired friend has two girlfriends, too! Not only that, once again he's double-booked date...

被擄後復興的開始， 猶太人觸底反彈的關鍵！一般而言，舊約的研究者會把整個舊約的歷史區分成三個階段：被擄前、被擄後，以及後被擄時期。被擄前，指的當然就是從亞伯拉罕、摩西開始，直到列王紀、歷代志結束的那段歷史：以色列從一個家族，慢慢發展成一個民族、一個國家，後又逐漸衰弱、乃至亡國。被擄後的歷史，便是描述以色列人怎樣流亡到巴比倫，在絕望中重尋盼望，直到波斯帝國興起，得以重回耶路撒冷重建聖殿的這段故事。至於所謂的後被擄，大約是聖殿重建之後，以色列人置身於文化大熔爐的處境中，怎樣在面對不同思想衝擊的同時，堅持自身特色與身分的時期。而在這段高低起伏的歷史中，撒迦利亞書無疑是最為特殊的一本先知書。在他之前，整個以色列民族像是坐了溜滑梯，跌入被擄的絕望幽谷；在他之後，這群被擄的子民開始聚集，不但一個一個站出來承擔起回到家鄉重建聖殿的使命，更為以斯拉、尼希米那樣的復興，鋪好了路，開創出豐富精彩的第二聖殿時期。因為被劃分成小先知書，撒迦利亞書的價值長久以來都被低估。近年來，因為意識到這個帶領以色列...

Arch and Crafts: A lanyard making contest at the camp where Archie and his friends are counselors not only brings back memories of a mystery Archie faced as a young camper, but leads to its solution! "The Fame Game": When a beach movie production comes to Riverdale, the teens are called into service as extras, stand-ins and comic relief with a capital Jughead! "The Wrong Goodbye": Archie finally gets an invite to Veronica's beach retreat, but with the send-off Betty gives him he might neve...

"Dinner for Six": When the parents of Archie, Betty and Veronica make plans to meet for dinner, the teens are mortified. What if the subject turns to the eternal love triangle? Each imagines, and worries, over what may happen from their unique perspective. Will the dinner conversation leave these love-birds cooked? "A Real Keeper": Mr. Lodge sends Archie home in the rain so Veronica can date the son of a businessman he's hoping to make a deal with. Will the rich kid be a better investment ...

"What's It All About?" Even as a wedding guest, Veronica manages to make someone else's special day all about herself! "Shoe Coup": While Veronica breaks the bank for her fancy footwear, Betty's bargain shoes help usher in a new era for vintage designs. "The Smell Test": Archie decides to give both Betty and Veronica wildflowers to show how much he appreciates them... but allergies and buzzing bees may send a different message! "Video Game Gambit": Tired of countless action-packed video ga...

The Parent Trip!: Riverdale High hosts a "get to know your teen day" - but after Mr. Andrews spends a typical day with Archie, he'll need a vacation day! "The Big Thaw": Archie can't decide what's worse - the frigid weather or the cold shoulder he gets after accidentally standing-up Veronica! "The Simple Life": Archie seeks a simple gift for simple Betty... but can she simply adore something so oversimplified?