[Series Preface] The ultimate goal of Short Studies in Biblical Theology is to magnify the Savior and to build up his church--magnifying the Savior through showing how the whole Bible points to him and his gracious rescue of helpless sinners; and building up the church by strengthening believers in their grasp of these life-giving truths.

[Introduction] I dedicate this volume to my grandchildren, Jake Goldsworthy, Ethan Goldsworthy, and Keira Goldsworthy, with the prayer that they will grow to be ever more confident and competent in their reading and applying the biblical message, and that they will always rejoice in the gospel of our salvation.

He who testifies to these things says, "Surely I am coming soon." Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! (Rev. 22:20)