Dave Barker has a unique, engaging way of applying the rich theology of the Psalms to the harsh realities of life. His course
on the Psalms has been a favourite of students at Heritage Theological Seminary for years. In This Poor Man Called
you will discover why.
Rick Reed
President, Heritage College and Seminary, Cambridge, ON
For those unable to personally sit under the teaching of Dr. David Barker, this second volume of This Poor Man Called is the next best thing, as its contents feature Dave's rich, insightful thoughts on the Word in writing.
Tim Roddick
Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church, Pembroke, ON
This is both a practical and a powerful little book. Dave Barker brings stories from the Bible into dynamic interaction with what it is to be human: they function both as a medium for meaning and as a way of being. Each chapter operates as a stand-alone study, and yet together they show us the warp and woof of God's work in our lives. Erudite and yet engagingly readable, Barker sets story back in its rightful place within the centre of spirituality, and in doing so, gives God's people a new song.
Carolyn Weber
Professor at New College, Franklin, Tenessee, USA, and award-winning author of Surprised by Oxford
Over the last two decades I've had the privilege to call David Barker my pastor, professor, mentor and friend. His passion for the Lord, his Word and specifically the Psalms has left an indelible mark on my soul and my ministry. I am overjoyed to see that many others will be similarly impacted through these volumes. With exegetical precision, storytelling creativity and pastoral care, Barker brings the Psalms to life in a fresh way that stirs the heart, strengthens the mind and-most importantly-exalts Christ, our glorious King!
Allan Self
Lead Pastor, Bethel Baptist Church, Strathroy, ON
Having known Dave Barker as a very close friend now for over three decades and having heard him speak on many occasions on his beloved Psalms, I am thrilled to see this two-volume work reaching many who have not had either the privilege of his friendship or that of hearing him. His love for Scripture, his careful exegesis of the Old Testament and his passion for God and his truth-key hallmarks of Dave's life-are abundantly evident here. May God use these pages powerfully for the glory of his Name and the good of his people.
Michael Azad A.G. Haykin
Professor of Church History, Heritage Theological Seminary, Cambridge, ON
& Professor of Church History, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary,
Louisville, KY
