Gregory Mobley Poradie kníh

Set in the tumultuous early years of Israelite life in Canaan, the book features a cast of dynamic figures known as judges, who embody both the wild spirit necessary to conquer a harsh landscape and the chaos that prevents their evolution into a more structured society. Through tales of outlaws, warlords, and prophets from ancient Ephraim, it presents a vivid narrative of their exploits, revealing a complex interplay of heroism and lawlessness that contrasts sharply with the later establishment of royal courts and political order.

Gregory Mobley plunges beneath the Bible's surface to reveal its "backstories" -- the tales that constitute the backbone of the people Israel and of the body of Christ. Viewing the Bible as "essentially, relentlessly story," Mobley provides an easy-to-understand sevenpart thematic overview of the Bible that guides readers through the drama of the Hebrew Bible, highlighting the interconnectedness of biblical stories. Each story is a variation on a single theme -- the dynamic interplay between order and chaos. Intriguing Ancient Near Eastern myths, personal anecdotes, and popular cultural references from movies, musical theater, and writers ranging from Dr. Seuss to William Blake pepper the book throughout. Arresting chapter and section titles such as "It's Love That Makes the World Go 'Round" and "Lord Bezek's Big Toes" capture the imagination, and Mobley's own lyrical, energetic writing style -- exercised on vibrant biblical material -- propels the reader forward. Readers will find his enthusiasm contagious!