Beginnings and Patriarchs: Lessons from the Old Testament

Publisher Marketing: This book is a survey of the Old Testament from the Creation through the life of Joseph. Teachers of teenage and adult Bible classes will appreciate the twenty-eight well organized and thought provoking lesson plans in this volume. Topics include: the fall and God's promise of redemption, the flood and restoration, the dilemma of God's justice, the faith of Abraham, the choice between Salem and Sodom, the life of Jacob, and much more. The lessons are deep enough to hold the interest of those who are already familiar with the Bible, yet simple enough for those who are new to the Bible to understand. In addition, the lessons are practical. They emphasize principles which students can apply to their lives. Examples of applications are: recognizing and avoiding sin, overcoming environment, choosing friends and associates, choosing a mate, and restoring broken relationships. The author also includes an essay on the art of teaching. In it he discusses the purpose of teaching and shares a simple acronym to help teachers remember the elements which make a class effective. Other volumes in this series explore the rest of the Old Testament period. Titles include: Exodus and Wanderings Conquest and Judges The United Monarchy Contributor Bio:  Turner, Jonathan Jonathan Turner grew up in Pakistan where his parents served as church planters. He came to his own faith in Christ through their influence and example. After returning to the United States, Jonathan served in the church as a bi-vocational youth minister for five years. Since then he has taught numerous youth and adult classes. In 2006 Jonathan and his wife helped plant a new congregation. In addition to his speaking and teaching, the congregation selected Jonathan to serve as one of its Elders. Currently, Jonathan is concentrating on writing. So far, most of his books have been non-fiction - study guides and curriculum. However, he is also starting to branch out into short stories and novels. In addition to writing and teaching, Jonathan is actively involved in carrying on his parents' mission work. Part of that work includes speaking and teaching in the congregations his parents began. Jonathan and his wife have been happily married for over 30 years. They live in Oregon and have two grown children who are also in the Lord. You can view some of Jonathan's musings on the church and other aspects of life in Christ at: www.presbyterjon.com