Interpretation: Resources for the Use of Scripture in the Church

The latest catalogue from publishers Westminster John Knox announces titles due to be published between June and December 2009.

Several items caught my eye, particularly a new line connected with the Interpretation Bible commentary series – Interpretation: Resources for the Use of Scripture in the Church – edited by Patrick D. Miller, Ellen F. Davis, Richard B. Hays, and James L. Mays.

The blurb says that ‘these new volumes will focus on the Bible’s most enduring passages and most vital themes, bringing to these topics the insight and faithful wisdom that are longtime hallmarks of the Interpretation series. This expanded Interpretation series will be an excellent resource for all those who teach, preach, and study the Bible’.

The first volume (due August 2009), by Patrick D. Miller, focuses on the Ten Commandments.

Future topics will include:

• History of interpretation
• The Lord’s Prayer
• Sacraments
• Violence in the Bible
• Women of the Bible
• Eschatology
• Sermon on the Mount
• The Apostles’ Creed
• Miracles
• Parables
• Money and possessions
• Introduction to Christian Scripture

I look forward to seeing how this series develops.