From Creation to the Cross: Understanding the First Half of the Bible

by Albert H. Baylis

Book Overview

Most Christians don't quite know what to do with the first half of the Bible. Some are fascinated by the historical sweep of the Old Testament. Others are blessed by its poetry. Still others focus on... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0310490804
• ISBN13: 9780310490807
• Release Date: August 1996
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.6" x 9.4"

Customer Reviews

Great Old Testament Survey text

I read this book in a Literature of the OT (or OT Survey) course. Baylis is simple and practical and explains the basic core doctrines of the Old Testament. He does not have as many pictures, and charts as some other authors and perhaps a reason why the seminary I am currently attending does not use his textbook in their undergraduate OT Survey course, as the school that I earned my BA in did. But to each his own I shall say. Looking at my copy it is packed with highlighted colors, and pencil writings all throughout the 350+ pages. So I read this thing to the death back in Spring of 2002.

Shelf Worthy

I have found From Creation to the Cross to be an outstanding book for introducing intermediate level college students and adults to the Old Testament. Because it is an overview, Baylis does not detail every single event. He does, however, show his readers how the Old Testament fits together from Genesis to Malachi and its relationship to the New Testament. This is a great book to use in order to gain a quick overview when preaching or teaching the Old Testament.

Great Help

I just wish there was a second volume focusing on the NT. This book was required reading for an undergrad course in OT biblical studies. I have learned so much from this book that is has stayed on my shelf and referred to very often since my college days 10 years ago. I am actually purchasing more copies of this book to give as gifts for some of my bible study students. I am unclear why the last reviewer only rated the book with one star even with what seems to be a positive review. But, as previously mentioned it does and exceptional job with clear language and presentation of theological ideas. The text is not exhaustive but does argue and present original language issues, proper translation, settings, outlines, maps and graphs with a graceful simplicity while still provoking the reader to further thought and contemplation. I think it is good to point out that this is not a verse-by-verse OT commentary but rather a survey with the majority of the work focusing on the Pentateuch. This is one of the best books I have seen and highly recommend it. I often refer to this book when preparing bible study lessons and sermons. I think this book would make a great addition to anyones library.

Amazing!

This book opens up the world of the Old Testement, showing how God in his infinite wisdom has paved the way for Christ ever since creation. Baylis sheds much light on the prophecies that came true in Christ, and the beautiful love story that God has written for us. A wonderful tool for any wishing to study and explore the Old Testement.

Baylis Is Insightful And Practical

This book is an excellent survey of the Old Testament. Baylis traces each book of the Old Testament in its own theological development of how Jesus is to be the coming Messiah. I highly recommend From The Cross To Creation for college students looking to understand the Old Testament because Baylis' writing style is smooth and easy to read. I also recommend this book to seminary students as a scholarly work because Baylis' footnotes are extensive and provides for wide-ranging supplemental research. As such this book makes a wonderful Bible study. I have used Baylis' work in such a fashion with a college group and his insights were well received. I believe this book is worthy of a five star rating.