judgments, drawing all reality into its theological register. It makes profound declarations about reality, separating the good from the bad, the beautiful from the grim, and the true from the false. Most crucial, however, is that this verbal illumination of reality shines upon the reader: “And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account” (Heb. 3:13). This text will grab hold of you—it is difficult because it does not let you