Endorsements
“Dr. Gary Schnittjer is one of today’s top Old Testament scholars. He consistently produces good work with helpful insights on the biblical text. I’m so glad he’s taken to Substack to share those insights with a broader audience!”
Carmen Joy Imes, Associate Professor of Old Testament
Talbot School of Theology
Biola University
“Among biblical scholars, I’m often most excited to read Gary Schnittjer. His uniquely sensitive and creative engagement with the Bible constantly draw me back into the world of the text to see more. For those pursuing that ‘more,’ Carpenter’s Student will certainly challenge you and leave you empowered to engage Scripture with all its difficulties, oddities, and wonders.”
Matthew Lynch, Associate Professor of Old Testament
Regent College
“Gary Schnittjer’s work is thoughtful, rigorous, and evangelical, and I have learned a great deal from him. So I’m delighted that he is now blogging as Carpenter’s Student, and I anticipate that this will be a very helpful platform for Christians who want to think more deeply about Scripture, particularly the Old Testament. I will be following it with interest myself!”
Helen Paynter, Executive Director
Centre for the Study of Bible and Violence
“Gary Schnittjer’s work is always worth reading. He digs deeply into the biblical text, trying to answer questions that real people are asking. Whether or not you agree with him, he is provocative in the best possible way, and clear and constructive in his conclusions. Highly recommended.”
Jonathan L. Master, president
Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
“I and my students benefit tremendously from Gary Schnittjer’s work, and I suspect that his name and work will be engaged by Old Testament students for many years to come. Many of us have been enriched by his brilliant mind through his books and articles, but Carpenter’s Student gives us a glimpse into the heart of this warm man, teacher, scholar, writer, churchman, and Christian. Subscribers will deepen their appreciation for Scripture and learn about the behind-the-scenes work of a scholar and author. Carpenter’s Student is an invaluable resource for lovers of the Bible, aspiring scholars, and seasoned scholars alike!”
Matthew Swale, assistant professor of Bible and Church Ministry
Warner University
“Gary is one of the most thoughtful, faithful, and balanced professors I have ever had the privilege of learning under. His expertise in Torah and OT was transformative for my understanding of the integrity of the whole Bible.”
Ben Best, senior pastor
Hilltown Baptist Church
“If you have read Gary Schnittjer’s other writings, you can expect much of the same in Carpenter’s Student: a high view of Scripture, a commitment to careful biblical exegesis, and a sharp eye towards the Bible’s use of the Bible. For students interested in the Old Testament, it is not an option to ignore this Substack.”
Bryan Murawski, associate professor
Cairn University
“Gary Schnittjer’s scholarship has both breadth and depth, filled with paradigm-shifting insights that are—thanks to decades of teaching in the classroom—communicated clearly and accessibly. Gary is wise, humble, and godly, zealous to train others on how to tap the riches of Scripture, so people can live to God’s glory, following after the Messiah, Lord Jesus. Carpenter’s Student will surely further these goals, helping many to wade through important and timely issues biblically, gaining understanding along the way as to his own proven approaches and methods for studying the Bible. Join Gary as he offers an insider’s view of a mature scholar and fruitful teacher’s own reading, research, and publishing on the Bible!”
L. Michael Morales, professor of Biblical Studies
Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
