Parts 1 and 2 originally published in The message of the Old Testament : promises made, 2006. Part 3 originally published in The message of the New Testament : promises kept, 2005."--T. p. verso

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Introduction: The big picture -- pt. 1. The message of the whole Bible. One great story of promises made and promises kept -- A particular history -- A passion for holiness -- A promise of hope -- The promised Redeemer : Christ -- The promised relationship : a new covenant people -- The promised renewal : a new creation -- Conclusion: Believing God's promises -- Questions for reflection on the whole Bible -- pt. 2. The message of the Old Testament : promises made. Is the Old Testament really worth reading? -- A particular history -- A passion for holiness -- A promise of hope -- Questions for reflection on the Old Testament -- pt. 3. The message of the New Testament : promises kept. Where do you set your hopes? -- Christ -- A new covenant people -- A new creation -- Conclusion: The maker and keeper of promises -- Questions for reflection on the New Testament.