“The only one worthy of life, laid down His for mine. Now I am welcome into the Kingdom, for the tree awaiting me has already been occupied.” -The Gospel Gallery
Releases October 14, 2025
Synopsis
From Genesis to Malachi, the Old Testament tells more than the story of a people–it unveils the Devine narrative of redemption, a prophetic tapestry woven by the hand of God Himself. Hidden in its pages are glimpses and shadows, promises and symbols, each pointing forward to the coming Messiah. In The Gospel Gallery, these timeless accounts are brought to life through the artistry of poetry, revealing the Good News of salvation was present from the very beginning, concealed in plain sight until the appointed time.
The Gospel Gallery was like a glimpse into the depthless wisdom and truth found in Scripture. The poetry paints beautiful pictures while also acting much like a Bible study, in that it emphasizes the Word of God while expanding on the incredible prophetic messages that point to Jesus.
The idea of poetry delving further into the Old Testament to portray the prophetic messages of Jesus Christ is a marvelous idea, bound to pull readers in and spark a desire to know more of what the Bible has to say. We often limit Jesus to the New Testament and disregard how He has been present all along–from the Garden of Eden to the promises in Revelation. It’s astounding how both the Old and New Testaments point to the coming and fulfillment of Jesus Christ. Not only does this show God’s intentional and sovereign hand, but it also leaves infallible evidence that the Bible is a reliable historical source of truth and wisdom.
The Gospel Gallery highlights this.
I love the Scripture at the top of each new section, followed by poetic images that encourage readers to engage with the Bible. I read the references before the poetry, as was intended by the author, and this made the journey through The Gospel Gallery all the more powerful. The poetry itself was lovely, flowing with Scripture and painting intricate pictures of God’s mighty and merciful hand. Before I read The Gospel Gallery, I had fallen into a slump in my personal Bible study. My motivation was waning, and it was taking a toll on my spiritual health. But God surely used this book in some ways to encourage a new desire for His Word. Enhanced by beautiful chapter art, each poem presented a new opportunity to embark on an adventure into the past, where truth and wonder were beheld.
It was a joy to journey back through the Old Testament, guided by poetry that spoke of the love and intentionality of God. Thank you to the author for reaching out and sharing this book with me in exchange for an honest review.
Final Rating: 4.5/5 Stars
Recommended Age: all ages
Genres: poetry, theology, Christian living
Follow the author on Instagram: @jamin.step
“Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law of the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.” Matthew 5:17 ESV
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