Created for Communion with God - by Harrison Perkins (Paperback)

About the Book

In Created for Communion with God, Harrison Perkins explains that the creation account of Genesis 1-2 is primarily about God and his relationship with human beings.

Book Synopsis

God made us to know him

• Encounter God in Genesis 1-2
• See Jesus and the gospel in the creation accounts
• Learn how God created us for communion with him

The book of Genesis brings us back to beginnings. And in the beginning, we meet God.

In Created for Communion with God, Harrison Perkins explains that the creation account of Genesis 1-2 is primarily about God and his relationship with human beings. These chapters are God's word for God's people, to summon us into communion with him. Perkins's theological reflections reveal God's glory and goodness, highlight the good news of Jesus, and encourage the soul.

From the Back Cover

God made us to know him

The book of Genesis brings us back to beginnings. And in the beginning, we meet God.

In Created for Communion with God, Harrison Perkins explains that the creation account of Genesis 1-2 is primarily about God and his relationship with human beings. These chapters are God's word for God's people, to summon us into communion with him. Perkins's theological reflections reveal God's glory and goodness, highlight the good news of Jesus, and encourage the soul.

Review Quotes

"With exegetical care, theological rigour, and pastoral concern, Perkins gives his readers an insight into the first two chapters of Genesis which is foundational and formational for the Christian life."

--Bob Akroyd, Edinburgh Theological Seminary

"This accessible but theologically rich book will open up the meaning of creation and deepen your relationship with the Creator."

--Craig A. Carter, Tyndale University, Toronto

"Take up and read! You will be blessed and edified by once again walking over these well-trodden paths of Scripture. Additionally, you will have an experienced guide who will lead you faithfully into new insights from God's word."

--Bryan D. Estelle, Westminster Seminary California

"This book is accessible to every Christian. It clarifies our created purpose, and it compels us to draw near to God. I encourage you to give this book your attention so that you can see Genesis 1-2 anew, not as written to stir up controversy about creation, but rather communion with our Triune Creator."

--Chad Vegas, pastor, Sovereign Grace Church, Bakersfield, California

"Created for Communion with God invites readers to rediscover the wonder of God in the creation narrative. Perkins masterfully demonstrates that the book of Genesis was given to draw us into devotion and communion with God. This book is a valuable resource for pastors, seminary students, and congregants alike."

--Wes Wade, pastor, Grace Bible Fellowship, Brentwood, California

About the Author

Harrison Perkins (PhD, Queen's University Belfast) is pastor of Oakland Hills Community Church (OPC), a senior research fellow at the Craig Center for the Study of the Westminster Standards, associate online instructor in church history at Westminster Theological Seminary, visiting faculty at Birmingham Theological Seminary, and a visiting lecturer in systematic theology at Edinburgh Theological Seminary. He lives in the Detroit metro area with his wife and son.