Joshua (Interpretation: a Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching) Reissue Edition by Creach, James F. D. published by Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S.

Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching

by Jerome F. D. Creach

This commentary clearly presents the episodes in the book of Joshua as the people of Israel face the challenges of entering into the land of promise. Both the historical and theological meanings of the book are presented throughout this most helpful commentary. A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching is a distinctive resource for those who interpret the Bible in the church. Planned and written specifically for teaching and preaching needs, this critically acclaimed biblical commentary is a major contribution to scholarship and ministry.

Genres: Religion

Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[James · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is one of the most readable of the Joshua commentaries. I think if you are going to preach Joshua, this would be a good resource. It is suggestive and challenging in a few places and Creach has some interesting reads on some of the stories. The weakness of this commentary is that it is so short. So whereas Creach has some provocative arguments, he really doesn't develop them. So good for preaching, but not so good for deep exegesis, unless you want to use this as a springboard into deeper research.

[Rachel Turner-Poteet · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved his other work. This would have benefitted greatly from more drawing on Ellen Davis and Douglas Earl’s work. Also reads Niditch’s two categories into it, both of which I think are enormously off the mark of what’s actually being talked about.

[Seth Asher · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall, helpful and not technical. Pretty accessible. Discussion of later revisions of the text by various editors (priestly, Deuteronomic, historical, etc.) sometimes obscure discussion of the text at hand, though Creach often defends the originality of the text as written. Modern application of various text feel kinda obvious, but ring true just the same. Nothing controversial, nothing groundbreaking.

[Jenny · Rating 3 out of 5]

*3.5 Stars*