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

Sharing his love and profound understanding of the Old Testament, Baylis takes us on a walk through these important books, pointing out perspectives and insights along the way that leave us with a new, personal understanding of the Old Testament, and, more importantly, of God. Now revised and updated to include all the book of the Old Testament.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 392 pages

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