The Gospel Gallery explores the divine narrative of redemption that is woven throughout the Old Testament, from Genesis to Malachi. Through this collection of biblically inspired poems, it highlights the prophetic glimpses and symbols that point to the coming Messiah.
The poems reflect on the lives of patriarchs, prophets, and kings whose stories foreshadow Christ’s ultimate fulfilment of Scripture, offering a deeper understanding of God’s unchanging plan of salvation. Whether new to the faith or long-time believers, the collection deepens the reader’s connection to God’s eternal love and promises.
Each poem is insightful, reaching into the heart of each book of the Old Testament, using well crafted language. It is revealing how each poem points to Christ, through every book of the Old Testament, showing that the Old Testament, at its heart, tells of the very nature of God. It’s prophesies show the coming of His kingdom, through the life and death of Jesus.
If I had to pick a favourite, it might be The Myrrh, a reflection on Exodus 30:22-29, a passage that could be so easily skipped over, but in fact offers so much relevance. Or perhaps The Son, inspired by 2 Samuel 7:11-16, which is a great poem showing great depths of theological understanding from the author and does what good poems are meant to … it uses a few, well-crafted words to communicate layers of meaning that can be read and reread to glean more.
With all the poems, I found it helpful to read the scripture alongside, to offer context. Hence I feel it could be used effectively as daily devotional, reading a poem and the corresponding scripture each day, offering a great platform for deeper contemplation.
An enjoyable read, and maybe there is a New Testament version from the author to follow sometime soon?
The Gospel Gallery, by Benjamin Stephan, is available here.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author, but was under no pressure to provide a favourable review.
