The Stone and the Glory: Lessons on the Temple Presence and the Glory of God

by Greg Harris

In the Stone and the Glory, Greg Harris takes his readers on a profound journey through the Scriptures as they explore the glorious realities of the stone prophecies. The journey begins with Abraham on his way to Canaan; it continues with the Israelites wandering toward the Promised Land; it includes the glorious Temple, as well as the life of Christ in the days before His passion; it chronicles the stone prophecies in the book of Acts; and it culminates with Messiah s return in glory. Along the way, readers will joyfully find themselves identifying with the biblical characters, pondering how they would have responded if they themselves were living in Bible times. Like a skilled tour guide, Dr. Harris brings the Scripture to life in a way that insightfully weds biblical exegesis, Christ-centered theology, and practical application. from the foreword by John MacArthur

Genres: Christian, Theology

214 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2010

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Reviews

[Jimmy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A work that's part-Messianic prophecy, part-devotional, and thoroughly solid in it's Biblical exposition. Dr. Harris is a professor of Bible exposition at The Master's Seminary and his book does not disappoint. You will be spiritually fed, worship Jesus more, and be better equipped in your ability to witness to Jews with Messianic Prophecies. This work explores the little known Stone or "Eben" prophecies in the Old Testament of the coming Messiah. I wished I read this work prior to my thesis. Dr. Harris makes great observations and noted verses that I was not aware of previously or thought through as carefully as he did. This work is a good example of applying good Biblical theology and how the Word of God marches forth and builds upon previous revelation and advances it more deeply. The chapter on the significance of the timing during the moment of Jesus on the Cross when the sun went dark is not to be missed--along with the chapter on Jesus' temptation. Dr Harris' treatment of Jesus temptation for forty days is one of the best I've read and a good example of how to skillfully bring the Old Testament to inform a New Testament passage. I highly recommend this work.

[Rachel Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was recommended to me by a friend before he knew that I was preparing to teach on the glory of God. Though I’d been studying the subject a lot over the past few weeks, this book gave me a more well rounded view and showed me several things I’d missed in my own study.
This book is very theologically rich, but the author does not write from an overly high place of scholarship. I always really appreciate a book that, while still focusing on deep subjects, does not elevate the language used beyond what is necessary to get the point across. I’m thankful for this book and can’t wait to read the others!

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some really good biblical insights about Jesus Christ, who is the stone which the builders rejected which is become the head stone of the corner.