Monergism Books

Binding: Hardcover
Page Count: 224
Publisher: P&R Publishing
ISBN#: 9780875527833

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Description: Does God help those who help themselves? That may seem to be the message of the books of Esther and Ruth. Yet a closer reading shows a gracious and sovereign God at work, one who uses obviously flawed people—unable even to help themselves—to rescue his people and prepare for the coming of Christ.

Esther and Ruth is part of the Reformed Expository Commentary series, aimed at both pastors and lay teachers. Each volume in the series provides exposition that gives careful attention to biblical text, is doctrinally Reformed, focuses on Christ through the lens of redemptive history, and applies the Bible to our contemporary setting.

"An amazing commentary! Rarely does and expositor demonstrate such virtuosity. But Iain Duguid brings it all together: a specialists knowledge of the Hebrew text and culture, a preacher's eye for theme and structure, a pastor's skill in nuanced application, a theologian's grasp of Christ-centered theology (that would make Geerhardus Vos smile), and a wordsmith's attention to language and lingering metaphor. Duguid's Esther & Ruth will elevate and inspire generations of readers and preachers."
-R. Kent Hughes, Pastor, College Church, Wheaton Illinois

"This exposition of Esther and Ruth is 'a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.' The author gives us a good dose of healing theology in a most relevant manner. From now on I will require my students to read this engaging commentary for their edification and delight."
- Bruce K. Waltke , Professor of Old Testament, Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando, Professor Emeritus of Biblical Studies, Regent College

"The authors of the Westminster Confession of Faith advised pastors to speak to both 'the necessities and capacities' of our people. This commentary series, which so well understands God's Word and God's people, greatly aids in that dual task of faithful preachers."
- Bryan Chapell , President, Covenant Theological Seminary