"John Walton is one of the leading Old Testament scholars of our generation. I am always informed and stimulated in my own thinking whenever I read his work. He is rightly sensitive to the ancient context of the Old Testament as he pursues its continuing significance for our lives as Christians. Old Testament Theology for Christians presents his most wide-ranging analysis yet. I recommend this book enthusiastically to all who want to think seriously about the Old Testament."
Tremper Longman III, Robert H. Gundry Professor of Biblical Studies, Westmont College
"John Walton, a longtime leader in Old Testament and ancient Near East studies, sets himself to a large task in his latest book: to use historical inquiry to discover the Bible's enduring theological revelation for the church today. He does this by what he calls 'cognitive environment criticism,' which allows him to integrate history and theology within a confessional context so as to read the Old Testament 'from an Israelite perspective' with a focus on God's plans and purposes. Walton's weighty goal, coupled with his capacious approach, means that readers of all stripes will find much here to both agree and disagree with. What cannot be debated in the least, however, is that Walton has covered immense ground, categorized a vast range of data, and offered us a treasure trove of information and reflections that will repay reading and rereading."
Brent A. Strawn, professor of Old Testament, Emory University
"This approachable study provides insights that are useful (as with religious symbiosis) and controversial but intriguing. For those interested in new perspectives on the Old Testament."
Library Journal, December 2017
"This is an intriguing book that will help readers think anew about these books that make up two-thirds of scripture."
Preaching, Winter 2018
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