Reading the Old Testament as Christian Scripture offers an accessible introduction to the Old Testament, focusing on God's revelation of Himself. Authored by respected scholars Mark S. Gignilliat and Heath A. Thomas, this textbook is designed to meet the needs of contemporary undergraduate students. It effectively covers the Old Testament books and major topics, assuming no prior academic study of the Bible. The authors pay attention to the Old Testament's subject matter—the triune God and His engagement with the world—and explore how these texts are received and interpreted in Christian and Jewish traditions.

The book is organized according to the Hebrew structure of the Old Testament: Law, Prophets, and Writings. This structure generates numerous interpretive and theological insights, offering fresh avenues of discovery for Christian readers who may lack familiarity with the Hebrew ordering of the Old Testament documents. Chapters can be assigned in any order, making this an ideal textbook for one-semester courses. Beautifully designed in full color, it includes photographs, sidebars, maps, timelines, charts, a glossary, and discussion questions to enhance learning and engagement.

Part of the Reading Christian Scripture series, this volume serves as a faith-informed introduction to students of the Old Testament. Additional resources for instructors and students are available through Textbook eSources, making it a valuable tool for both academic study and personal enrichment.