A Sweet and Bitter Providence: Sex, Race, and the Sovereignty of God

by John Piper

Book Overview

Sex. Race. Scripture. Sovereignty. The book of Ruth entails them all. So readers shouldn't be fooled by its age, says Pastor John Piper. Though its events happened over 3,000 years ago, the story holds astounding relevance for Christians in the twenty-first century.

The sovereignty of God, the sexual nature of humanity, and the gospel of God's mercy for the undeserving-these massive realities never change. And since God is still sovereign,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433514370
• ISBN13: 9781433514371
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Crossway
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.6" x 8.5"