Nothing is more essential for us in days of doubt and confusion than a clear understanding of the Word of God. There can be no such understanding without a good grasp of Genesis, the book of beginnings. The sheer size of the book makes it intimidating for many. The value of Jim Dixon’s book is that it presents the message of Genesis in daily devotions — bite-size pieces, if you will — that inform the mind, warm the heart, give us practical insights for living and point us to the Lord Jesus Christ.

‘Jim Dixon is a man who has lived in the text of Genesis and allowed it to harrow his soul. His “Expository Thoughts on Genesis” will cut fresh furrows in the hearts of his readers. The attentive preacher or teacher will find a harvest of expositional inspiration.’
— R. Kent Hughes, Pastor College Church, Wheaton, IL, USA


Dr Dixon has served for more than thirty years as a Baptist pastor. His ministry encompasses three states, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Arizona, presently serving the First Baptist Church of Catalina, Arizona. His focus has always been on an expository preaching ministry with the goal of aiding his people to think biblically, and to know how to properly apply the Bible to the varied situations of their lives. Teaching experience includes the extension program of Wayland Baptist University at Fort Huachucha, Arizona, and as adjunct professor at Mid-Continent College in Mayfield, Kentucky.  The education of Dr Dixon includes bachelor’s degrees from Trinity Bible college, presently located in Tarpon Springs, Florida, and the University of Tennessee. He has also earned the Master of Divinity degree from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Ky. and in 1986 he received the Dr. of Ministry degree from the same seminary. He has been active in the Southern Baptist Convention for his entire ministry, and served the denomination on various committees and boards.

'James Dixon’s new expository thoughts on Genesis is refreshingly different. It is a fine piece of work. It centres on helpful exposition of the text. Here is a valuable aid for busy pastors and preachers.'
Review from English Churchman (13th & 20th October 2006)