Although a graphic may sometimes be offered as a poor substitute for clear reasoning about an idea or concept, good metaphors, diagrams, or symbols can often be just the tool to help us grasp some mystery with better comprehension. The prophets and apostles often used pictures and metaphors to help God's people understand God's analysis of a situation or to lean into the meaning of some mystery or concept God was communicating to them.

This collection of diagrams, charts, graphics, and articles was designed to help Bible and theology students to better grasp the meaning of the mysteries of the Scriptures. It is a useful tool for those who teach or preach or those students of the Bible who desire to see God's Word explained and better understood.

This revised edition of Picturing Theology has been organized topically and is an essential companion to the Capstone and Cornerstone course materials developed by The Urban Ministry Institute, World Impact's Church-based Seminary program.