New Testaments Books

Book SynopsisA collection of articles on Christian theology inspired by the work of Rudolf Steiner.

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Book SynopsisA team of distinguished specialists introduces the Jewish, Hellenistic, and Roman backgrounds necessary for understanding the New Testament and the early church.Table of ContentsContents1. IntroductionJoel B. Green and Lee Martin McDonald2. New Testament ChronologyLee Martin McDonaldPart 1: Setting the Context: Exile and the Jewish Heritage3. ExileNicholas Perrin4. The Hasmoneans and the Hasmonean EraLarry R. Helyer5. The Herodian DynastyEverett Ferguson6. MonotheismNathan MacDonald7. The Scriptures and Scriptural InterpretationLidija NovakovicPart 2: Setting the Context: Roman Hellenism8. Greek ReligionMoyer V. Hubbard9. The Imperial CultNicholas Perrin10. Greco-Roman Philosophical SchoolsJohn T. Fitzgerald11. Civic and Voluntary Associations in the Greco-Roman WorldMichael S. Moore12. Economics, Taxes, and TithesDavid J. Downs13. Slaves and Slavery in the Roman WorldS. Scott Bartchy14. Women, Children, and Families in the Greco-Roman WorldLynn H. Cohick15. Education in the Greco-Roman WorldBen Witherington IIIPart 3: The Jewish People in the Context of Roman Hellenism16. Temple and PriesthoodDavid Instone-Brewer17. Jews and SamaritansLidija Novakovic18. Pharisees, Sadducees, and EssenesMichelle Lee-Barnewall19. The Dead Sea ScrollsC. D. Elledge20. Prophetic Movements and ZealotsJames D. G. Dunn21. ApocalypticismLarry R. Helyer22. Synagogue and SanhedrinKenneth D. Litwak23. Jews in the DiasporaDavid A. deSilva24. Noncanonical Jewish WritingsDaniel M. Gurtner25. Jewish Identity, Beliefs, and PracticesArchie T. Wright26. Jewish EducationKent L. Yinger27. Healing and HealthcareJoel B. GreenPart 4: The Literary Context of Early Christianity28. Reading, Writing, and ManuscriptsE. Randolph Richards29. Pseudonymous Writings and the New TestamentLee Martin McDonald30. Literary Forms in the New TestamentThomas E. Phillips31. Homer and the New TestamentThomas E. Phillips32. Josephus and the New TestamentMichael F. Bird33. Philo and the New TestamentTorrey Seland34. Rabbinic Literature and the New TestamentBruce Chilton35. Early Canonical Christian WritingsNicholas PerrinPart 5: The Geographical Context of the New Testament36. Jesus Research and ArcheologyJames H. Charlesworth37. EgyptJohn D. Wineland38. PalestineThomas R. Hatina39. Syria, Cilicia, and CyprusMark Wilson40. The Province and Cities of AsiaPaul Trebilco41. GalatiaMark Wilson42. MacedoniaGene L. Green43. AchaiaGene L. Green44. Rome and Its ProvincesThomas HatinaAdditional ResourcesMoney in the New Testament EraLee Martin McDonaldMeasurements in the New Testament EraLee Martin McDonaldGlossaryJoel B. Green and Lee Martin McDonaldIndexes

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Book SynopsisDiving deep into Scripture, theologian and author A.W. Tozer studies Jesus' interactions with individuals throughout the book of John, including Nicodemus, the woman at the well, and the Pharisees, exploring Christ's love in action as a model for our relationship with Him.

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Book SynopsisThe Passion Translation is a modern, easy-to-read Bible translation that unlocks the passion of God's heart and expresses his fiery love-merging emotion and life-changing truth. This translation will evoke an overwhelming response in every reader, unfolding the deep mysteries of the Scriptures. If you are hungry for God, The Passion Translation will help you encounter his heart and know him more intimately. Fall in love with God all over again.

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Book SynopsisNamed a Sejong Book of 2021, Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) 2020 Center for Biblical Studies Book Award (New Testament Runner-Up) "Utterly fresh and innovative, important both exegetically and ethically."--Paula Fredriksen, Review of Biblical Literature Although most people acknowledge that Jesus was a first-century Jew, interpreters of the Gospels often present him as opposed to Jewish law and customs--especially when considering his numerous encounters with the ritually impure. Matthew Thiessen corrects this popular misconception by placing Jesus within the Judaism of his day. Thiessen demonstrates that the Gospel writers depict Jesus opposing ritual impurity itself, not the Jewish ritual purity system or the Jewish law. This fresh interpretation of significant passages from the Gospels shows that throughout his life, Jesus destroys forces of death and impurity while upholding the Jewish law.Table of ContentsContentsIntroduction1. Mapping Jesus's World2. Jesus in a World of Ritual Impurity3. Jesus and the Walking Dead4. Jesus and the Dead Womb5. Jesus and the Dead6. Jesus and Demonic Impurity7. Jesus, Healing, and the Sabbath LifeConclusionAppendix: Jesus and the Dietary LawsIndexes

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Book SynopsisYour prayers in the throne room live forever. The day will come when each of us will stand before God in His throne room.

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Book Synopsis"Over the years, Thomas Moore has taught us how to discover the holiness concealed in the ordinary." - Harold Kushner In his latest book, Thomas Moore finds striking new meaning in the rich stories and imagery of the Gospels, recasting Jesus not as a teacher of morals and beliefs but as a spiritual visionary with a radical vision for humanity. This highly original take on the Gospels offers a fresh, new way of imagining human life and society. It presents Jesus not as the founder of a religion but as a world reformer offering a spiritual path to everyone, from every background. It offers a personal spirituality fit for the 21st century, where the individual bears responsibility for meaning and for a creative, convivial way of life. "The sincerity, intelligence and style - so beautifully clean - of Tom Moore's 'Care of the Soul' truly moved me. The book's got strength and class and soul, and I suspect may last longer than psychology itself." - James HillmanTrade ReviewThe sincerity, intelligence and style - so beautifully clean - of Tom Moore's 'Care of the Soul' truly moved me. The book's got strength and class and soul, and I suspect may last longer than psychology itself. James Hillman Over the years, Thomas Moore has taught us how to discover the holiness concealed in the ordinary. Harold Kushner

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Book Synopsis“The Gospel in Brief lives at the center of Leo Tolstoy’s thinking about the meaning of life. ... Beautifully translated by Dustin Condren. ... Although little known, this book remains hugely important.” --Jay Parini, author of The Last Station: A Novel of Tolstoy''s Last YearThe most celebrated novelist of all time, the author of Anna Karenina and War and Peace, retells the greatest story ever told, integrating the four Gospels into a single twelve-chapter narrative of the life of Jesus. Based on his study of early Christian texts, Leo Tolstoy''s remarkable The Gospel in Brief—virtually unknown to English readers until this landmark new translation by Dustin Condren—makes accessible the powerful, mystical truth of Jesus''s spiritual teaching, stripped of artificial church doctrine. If you are not acquainted with The Gospel in Brief, wrote the philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein, whose life was profoundly influenced by it, then you cannot imagine what an effect it can have upon a person. “A fresh translation destined to introduce a new generation to a fuller understanding of Tolstoy’s mind.” --Kirkus Reviews“Dustin Condren captures, in this fresh idiomatic translation, the dazzlingly audacious achievement of The Gospel in Brief, Tolstoy’s daring synthesis the New Testament accounts of Jesus.” --Edward E. Ericson, Jr., editor of The Solzhenitsyn Reader“Newly translated by Dustin Condren, Tolstoy’s Gospel in Brief offers us a Jesus stripped of the overlay of Christian dogma and ancient metaphysics: his Jesus confronts readers with a real challenge and a call to change their lives.” --George Pattison, Lady Margaret Professor of Divinity, University of Oxford, and canon of Christ Church CathedralTrade Review"Dustin Condren captures, in this fresh idiomatic translation, the dazzlingly audacious achievement of The Gospel in Brief, Tolstoy's daring synthesis the New Testament accounts of Jesus." -- Edward E. Ericson, Jr., editor of The Solzhenitsyn Reader "A fascinating and thoroughly unorthodox rewriting of the Gospels and restatement of Christianity." -- Booklist "This is the first English translation in more than a century; Condren worked from Tolstoy's original version and restored material deleted in previous translations. The result is not unlike Hermann Hesse's 'Siddhartha' - the story of a life that illustrates a path." -- Los Angeles Times "Newly translated by Dustin Condren, Tolstoy's Gospel in Brief offers us a Jesus stripped of the overlay of Christian dogma and ancient metaphysics: his Jesus confronts readers with a real challenge and a call to change their lives." -- George Pattison, Lady Margaret Professor of Divinity, University of Oxford, and canon of Christ Church Cathedral "The Gospel in Brief lives at the center of Leo Tolstoy's thinking about the meaning of life. ... Beautifully translated by Dustin Condren. ... Although little known, this book remains hugely important." -- Jay Parini, author of The Last Station: A Novel of Tolstoy's Last Year "A fresh translation destined to introduce a new generation to a fuller understanding of Tolstoy's mind." -- Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisIn clear and concise fashion, A Companion to the Bible provides explanation of many terms and key themes within the Bible. Grounding the definitions with textual references, Jean-Jacques von Allmen enriches our theological understanding by concentrating on a limited number of longer articles with abundant cross-referencing. This approach allows for a greater depth in knowledge for all readers.Written in an accessible style, this book is for layfolk and scholars alike. As von Allmen himself writes, the book''s aim is to facilitate this ''one thing needful'' - to encounter, through Holy Scripture, Jesus Christ the Word of God.Trade ReviewThe 1662 Book of Common Prayer has had a massive influence on corporate worship inside and outside the Anglican world ever since it was published. The principles which guided the production of this book take us beyond our contemporary superficial approaches to what we do when we gather as the church of God, allowing the great truths of the gospel to shape our response to that gospel as God's redeemed people. Gerald Bray is uniquely placed to reacquaint us with those principles. His encyclopaedic knowledge of Anglican history and theology enables us to understand why the various services of the book have the shape they do and so enable us to make better use of them. This is a richly edifying companion to the Book of Common Prayer which I highly recommend. Dr Mark D Thompson, Principal, Moore Theological College Learned, pastoral, and unafraid to show his theological cards, Gerald Bray has breathed new life into a genre that has nurtured the devotion of millions of Anglicans through the centuries: the prayer book commentary. This Companion emphasises the theological themes of the Book of Common Prayer, treating it not as a historical artifact, nor as a monument of great literature, but as a liturgical embodiment of the good news of Jesus Christ. Samuel L. Bray, John N. Matthews Professor of Law at the University of Notre Dame and coeditor of The 1662 Book of Common Prayer: International Edition Gerald Bray has studied, written on, and taught the Anglican formularies for decades. Amidst rising interest in the 1662 Book of Common Prayer (including the recent International Edition), this timely Companion comes as an eminently readable and informative guide, and will be profitable to prayer-book newcomers and veterans alike. Jake Griesel, Lecturer in Church History and Anglican Studies, George Whitefield College, Cape Town One of the major drivers for the theological renewal of global Anglicanism in the twenty-first century is a rediscovery of the Book of Common Prayer by a new generation. Gerald Bray's overview, building on the classic Tutorial Prayer Book, is a valuable guide for Anglicans worldwide who want to embrace their rich heritage. Andrew Atherstone, Wycliffe Hall, Oxford. For some of us this has meant rediscovering the beauty of its language and expression. Dr Bray has done us an invaluable service helping us to appreciate the sources of many of the prayers which are now incorporated into liturgy in the Catholic Church. The Right Revd Monsignor Keith Newton, Ordinary of the Personal Ordinariate of Our Lady of WalsinghamTable of ContentsIntroduction Preface to the Original Edition A Companion to the Bible Authors Index

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Book Synopsis'It has been slowly dawning on me over many years that there is a fundamental problem deep at the heart of Christian faith and practice as I have known it - we have all forgotten what the four gospels are about.' With this surprising and radical assertion, highly respected theologian Tom Wright launches a ground-breaking work.

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Book SynopsisThought-provoking study guide on the book of Ephesians as part of the For Everyone Bible Study Guides series by respected author, Tom Wright

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Book SynopsisThe guides in this series by Tom Wright can be used on their own or alongside his New Testament for Everyone commentaries. They are designed to help you understand the Bible in fresh ways under the guidance of one of the world's leading New Testament scholars.

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Book SynopsisThe guides in this series by Tom Wright can be used on their own or alongside his New Testament for Everyone commentaries. This is the companion to Revelation for Everyone (2011), which completed the New Testament for Everyone series.

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Book SynopsisTom Wright has completed a series of guides to all the books of the New Testament, each with his own translation of the text. Each short passage is followed by a commentary with helpful background information. The format makes it appropriate also for daily study.

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Book SynopsisThird edition of Tom Wright's hugely popular translation of the New Testament, including introductions to each book, over 40 maps, and a helpful glossary of keywords and phrases.Trade Review"A remarkable achievement. . . Tom Wright has a very attractive feel for English; and the mere fact of producing a fresh translation that is both scholarly and written in non-repellent language makes this work a major triumph." -- Expository Times"Fresh, insightful and accessible. . . this translation directs the reader to new lines of thought and reflection, especially helpful with some of the best known and perhaps over-familiar passages. . . An excellent resource." -- The Reader"I love the easy flow of the narrative, and the way it is broken down into bite-sized chunks. . . This truly is a book for Everyone." -- The Good BookstallSparkles with many gems of spirited English. -- Books & Culture

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking account of the Secret Gospel of Mark, one of the most hotly debated documents in Christian historyTrade Review“A brilliant and compelling book. Systematically, thoughtfully, boldly, The Secret Gospel of Mark sets aside generations of speculation and innuendo. It is difficult to imagine a more expertly researched or more accessible account of this scholarly puzzle.”—Robyn Walsh, University of Miami“In their reexamination of one of the most controversial textual discoveries of the past few generations, Smith and Landau offer a compelling new theory for the text’s origin, as well as a fascinating study of manuscript transmission, libraries, and scholarly culture.”—Rebecca Stephens Falcasantos, Amherst College“Written with the verve, pace, and accuracy of a true-crime story, The Secret Gospel of Mark proposes a new, powerfully persuasive interpretation of this mysterious text—now maybe misplaced, quarantined, or destroyed.”—John Dominic Crossan, DePaul University“Smith and Landau’s Secret Gospel of Mark expertly tackles one of the great modern controversies in biblical studies, along with perhaps the most controversial biblical scholar of the last hundred years. Smith and Landau dive deep into the life and work of Morton Smith and the question of whether he discovered an alternative history of the Gospel of Mark, bringing to light exciting new information and charting a responsible and compelling course through the debate.”—Cavan Concannon, University of Southern California

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Book SynopsisChrist is the final victor, and he will come again...Follow Dr. Jeremiah through the book of Revelation in a chapter-by-chapter study that will help you understand what it meant to the people at the time it was written, and what it means to Christians today. Even in John''s day, many Christians wanted to know when Christ would come again—when the plan of salvation would be accomplished. Throughout the book of Revelation, in all of its confusing images and prophecies, God''s stunning faithfulness and love is on full display as he offers up every chance for sinners to claim redemption and join him forever.Each of this study''s twelve lessons is clearly organized to include: Getting Started: An opening question to introduce you to the lesson. Setting the Stage: A short reflection to explain the context of the study. Exploring the Text

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Book SynopsisJoin bestselling author and pastor Timothy Keller in an eight-week video Bible study on the gospel and how to live it out in all aspects of life—from your community to the world at large.The Gospel in Life video Bible study (video streaming code included) begins with the city, your home now: the world that is. The final week closes with the theme of the eternal city, your heavenly home: the world that is to come.Throughout this eight-week ascent—from earthly work to the final revelation of grace—you’ll learn how the gospel can change your heart, your community, and how you can live as a disciple of Jesus Christ in this world, right now, even as you look forward to the promise we have in him. Discover how grace really does change everything.Sessions and video run times: City – The World That Is (11:30) Heart – Three Ways to Live (12:00) Idolatry – The Sin Beneath t

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Book SynopsisEvery generation seeks to apply the Bible''s timeless truth about God to its context. The King James Version Bible Commentary for Today is just that--the most up-to-date commentary on the time-honored text of the King James Version written by a trusted team of conservative scholars. This volume approaches the Bible with humility and respect as they explore its meaning for our generation.The King James Version Bible Commentary for Today provides readers and students of the Bible with clear explanations of the antiquated English vocabulary of the King James text as well as the Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek words that form the original languages of the Bible. It also focuses on the intended meaning of the original authors, providing linguistic, historical, and archaeological insights that illuminate the biblical text for seasoned and new Bible readers.Features include: New material by respected scholars The best in conservative scholarshi

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Book SynopsisThe aim of this series is to exegete each passage of Scripture succinctly in its grammatical and historical context. Each passage is interpreted in the light of its biblical setting, with a view to grammatical detail, literary context, flow of biblical argument, and historical setting.

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Book SynopsisThe Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament series is the go-to resource for pastors and Bible teachers looking for deep but accessible study that equips them to connect the needs of Christians today with the biblical text.Trade Review'As robust as it is creative, and rigorous as it is warm, George Guthrie's commentary on Philippians offers interpreters a prized resource for understanding as well as living one of Paul's most inspiring letters. Numerous charts and excursus sections make this an easily navigable research resource, all written in engaging prose. I look forward to learning from this commentary as a teacher and preacher and to sharing it with my students, who so often turn to Philippians to ground their understanding of God's majestic grace in Jesus Christ.' * Amy Peeler, professor of New Testament, Wheaton College *'George Guthrie excavates the depths of Paul's letter to the Philippians to bring forth precious insights old and new. This commentary has the right amount of detail without being convolutedly technical. It is a careful and methodical exploration of this letter and a fantastic resource for anyone serious about exegesis, preaching, or teaching this precious letter by the apostle Paul.' * Michael F. Bird, academic dean, Ridley College *'George Guthrie has prepared a feast. Virtually every page of this commentary is seasoned with astute interpretive skill, theological insight, and prayerful reflection for God's people.' * Justin K. Hardin, vice president for academic affairs and professor of biblical studies, Ouachita Baptist University *'George Guthrie is well-known for commentaries and other scholarship with the most helpful historical-cultural background, thorough analysis of the meanings of words, and meticulous analysis of the structure of the text. This gem of a study of Philippians does all of these, but the Theology in Application section goes one step further with deeply encouraging and convicting syntheses. If you can own only one commentary on Philippians, buy this one. If you already have plenty, consult this one first nevertheless.' * Craig L. Blomberg, distinguished professor emeritus of New Testament, Denver Seminary *'George Guthrie's commentary on Philippians is thoroughly researched, in conversation with interpreters past and present, and yet highly accessible. Full of exegetical and rhetorical insights, helpful graphics and sidebars, and pastoral wisdom, it will be useful for anyone interested in seriously studying--and living--this wonderful Pauline letter. I will return to it again and again.' * Michael J. Gorman, Raymond E. Brown Chair of Biblical Studies and Theology, St. Mary’s Seminary & University, Baltimore *'George Guthrie's scholarship is a gift to both academia and the church. Taking in the breadth of scholarship even while offering fresh exegetical insights and relevant pastoral application, Guthrie's commentary on Philippians will be a valuable resource for pastors and teachers for years to come.' * L. Michael Morales, professor of biblical studies, Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary *'George H. Guthrie's ZECNT commentary on Philippians is an excellent addition to the field of Pauline and Philippians study. The introduction is thorough, well-written, engages with Pauline scholarship skillfully, and, in my view, accurate in its conclusions. The exegetical sections draw from the Greek text masterfully with sound conclusions and interpretations. Yet it is also easy to read, and the Theology in Application sections give contemporary readers wise insights for thought and life today.' * Rev. Dr. Mark J. Keown, senior lecturer, New Testament, Laidlaw College *'Guthrie brings Philippians to life with his exceptional discussion of the epistle's structure and extensive command of historical context. Guthrie's elegant prose conveys Paul's pastoral concerns. Every chapter contains gems of newly discovered information that will delight scholars and students alike.' * Lynn H. Cohick, distinguished professor of New Testament, Houston Christian University *'I wholeheartedly recommend George Guthrie's volume in the ZECNT series. Guthrie writes creatively and imaginatively, yet faithfully. He incorporates the latest scholarship in careful exegesis. Details are noticed and valued but not at the expense of the larger story and theological landscape. As well as anyone, Guthrie connects the ancient, yet timeless, text of Scripture with all the complexities of contemporary life. You are hearing both professor and pastor comment accurately and creatively on one of Paul's most precious letters. You will not be disappointed.' * J. Scott Duvall, Fuller Professor of New Testament, Ouachita Baptist University *'In a crowded field of Philippians commentaries, George Guthrie's volume stands out as one of the best. Guthrie's clear and accessible exposition of the letter is grounded in deep and thorough research. Particularly helpful is the attention he gives to the movement of the letter's argument--a matter of vital importance to effective teaching and preaching the letter.' * Douglas Moo, Wessner Chair of Biblical Studies, Wheaton College *'In this exegetically insightful, theologically rich, and spiritually edifying commentary, George Guthrie's considerable abilities are on display. This careful and pastorally sensitive commentary should be in easy reach of any person preaching or teaching on this remarkable letter.' * Roy E. Ciampa, S. Louis and Ann W. Armstrong Chair of Religion, Samford University *'Philippians deserves a special commentary to unveil fully its manifold treasures, and this commentary by George Guthrie admirably fits that bill. It is part of the highly praised ZECNT series that has unique features such as a graphical layout of the translation of the Greek text, exegetical outlines, and theology in application in addition to in-depth explanation of the text. Guthrie conveys his thoroughgoing analyses in a winsome style, and his theological discernment makes this work indispensable for preaching and teaching the text.' * David E. Garland, professor of New Testament, Truett Seminary, Baylor Seminary *'Philippians, Paul's most joy-filled letter, is full of encouragement for Christians experiencing pressure from the surrounding culture and struggling with damaging disunity. Guthrie's commentary, itself a pleasure to read, offers a lively and compelling account of Paul's teaching on how to live well for Christ under such pressures. He shows how Paul uses a soaring Christ hymn and inspiring Christocentric examples, including his own, to exhort followers of Christ to live faithful lives and to partner in mission. A timely message, this lucid commentary demonstrates how deep theology can transform troubled and messy lives.' * Brian S. Rosner, principal of Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia *'This commentary is exactly what every faithful expositor needs--careful and warm-hearted exegesis of the Greek text that is based on cutting-edge research, yet with a commitment to clarity, brevity, and practical application. Here is a commentary that is informative and inspiring, written by a scholar deeply devoted to Christ and the Scriptures. Highly recommended.' * Charles L. Quarles, research professor of New Testament and biblical theology, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary *

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Book Synopsis1 Peter is a significant letter, seen by many scholars to be an ecumenical bridge and anchor. It is first and foremost about the transformative joy of faith in Jesus Christ. This commentary offers a close reading of the text from beginning to end, drawing on a multiplicity of voices and engaging in a number of foundational themes for the Christian community according to the apostolic author: hope, holiness, suffering, joy, witness, hospitality, exile, resurrection, leadership. Tackling the themes raised by the epistle including slavery, exile and refugees, patriarchy, hierarchy, oppression, gender justice, and the risk of hospitality, the book engages with these topics not only through commentary, but also through short excursuses which draw the reader more deeply into some of the difficult questions. Designed as the official commentary resource for the Lambeth Conference in 2020, and structured around the themes of the conference, the book offers a unique range of perspectives on anTrade Review"As we focus on the theme ‘God’s Church for God’s World’ in Lambeth 2020 it is God’s Word that directs and informs the Church how to live in the World. The Global Commentary on 1 Peter is a tapestry of the foundational themes for the Christian Community of a living hope, holiness, witness, suffering, joy, hospitality, exile, leadership, resistance and resilience and the resurrection. The commentary reminds us that the vocation, the call, of all is to holiness and to God. I strongly commend it to God’s Church as we engage with God’s World." -- The Most Rev. P.K Samantaroy, Bishop of Amritsar and Former Moderator, Church of North India“The authors of this commentary have produced a volume that is a pleasure to commend. I invite you to join them on a journey that re-orientates us towards persevering hope, a loving holiness and Christ exalting joy.” -- The Rt Revd & Rt Hon Sarah Mullally DBE, Bishop of London“These commentaries, reflecting a rich diversity of voices in the Anglican Communion, give us eye-opening, hope-filled and transforming perspectives on Peter. A must-read for parish study groups and individuals for Lent.” -- The Most Revd Dr Thabo Makgoba, Archbishop of Cape Town

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Book SynopsisThis fascinating, full-color visual guide to the life of Paul explores the social, cultural, political, religious, and historical background of the world in which he lived and ministered, offering modern readers an engaging narrative of the man who laid the foundations of the first-century church.

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Book SynopsisA leading New Testament scholar offers a substantive evangelical commentary on Colossians and Philemon in the award-winning BECNT series.

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Book SynopsisA respected New Testament scholar offers a substantive evangelical commentary on 2 Corinthians in the award-winning BECNT series.

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Book SynopsisA Thessalonians expert and experienced teacher offers a substantive evangelical commentary on 1 and 2 Thessalonians in the award-winning BECNT series.

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Book SynopsisShows how the gospels, read as scripture within the framework of the whole New Testament, yield material for theological reflection and faithful practice.

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Book SynopsisKeener delves deeply into the world of Paul and the apostles, mining the historical, lexical, cultural, and exegetical details behind Paul's words about women in the home and ministry.

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Book SynopsisAn internationally acknowledged authority on Josephus introduces this first-century Jewish historian, exploring Josephus's witness to the environment in which early Judaism and Christianity took shape.

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Book SynopsisLeading scholars articulate and debate the major views of the Synoptic Problem, one of the most contested topics in Gospel studies.Table of ContentsContents1. The Synoptic Problem: An Introduction to Its Key Terms, Concepts, Figures, and HypothesesStanley E. Porter and Bryan R. Dyer2. The Two Source HypothesisCraig A. Evans3. The Farrer HypothesisMark Goodacre4. The Two Gospel HypothesisDavid Barrett Peabody5. The Orality and Memory HypothesisRainer Riesner6. Two Source Hypothesis ResponseCraig A. Evans7. Farrer Hypothesis ResponseMark Goodacre8. Two Gospel Hypothesis ResponseDavid Barrett Peabody9. Orality and Memory Hypothesis ResponseRainer Riesner10. What Have We Learned regarding the Synoptic Problem, and What Do We Still Need to Learn?Stanley E. Porter and Bryan R. DyerIndexes

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Book SynopsisA veteran instructor helps students advance their knowledge of Greek, equipping them to read the original texts with fluency and depth.Table of ContentsContents1. Introduction2. Building Vocabulary3. Essential Parsing4. Making Sense of Sentences5. Gaining Familiarity and Fluency6. Utilizing Greek in Meditation7. Practice PassagesAppendix 1: Sentence MappingAppendix 2: Labels for Sentence MapsAppendix 3: Reader's Notes for John 3:16-18Appendix 4: Core Patterns for Greek MorphologyAppendix 5: Greek Verbs--Two Current TopicsIndexes

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Book SynopsisTwo master teachers inspire readers to learn, retain, and use Greek for ministry, setting them on a lifetime journey of reading and loving the Greek New Testament.Table of ContentsContentsForeword, by William D. Mounce1. Keep the End in Sight2. Go to the Ant, You Sluggard3. Review, Review, Review4. Use Your Memory Effectively5. Use Greek Daily6. Use Resources Wisely7. Don't Waste Your Breaks8. How to Get It BackSources of Featured QuotationsIndexes

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Book SynopsisA leading biblical scholar sheds light on several main theological themes of the Gospel of John.Table of ContentsContents1. "Individualism"2. Divine and Human Community3. Glory4. Cross, Resurrection, and Exaltation5. Sacraments?6. Dualisms7. Dimensions of Meaning in the Gospel's First Week8. The Johannine Jesus and the Synoptic JesusIndexes

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Book SynopsisThis accessible and balanced introduction to key questions in New Testament studies fairly presents the spectrum of viewpoints on debated topics.Table of ContentsContents Introduction 1. The Synoptic Problem 2. The Historical Jesus 3. The Fourth Gospel and History 4. Jesus and Paul 5. Paul's Theological Perspective 6. Paul and the Jewish Law 7. Interpreting the Book of Revelation 8. Pseudonymity and the New Testament Letters 9. The New Testament and the Roman Empire 10. Women in Leadership in the New Testament 11. Justification by Faith and Judgment according to Works 12. The Old Testament in the New Testament 13. The Application and Use of Scripture Indexes

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Book SynopsisCorrects common misconceptions about faith and offers a fresh understanding of salvation as allegiance to Jesus the king.Table of ContentsContentsForeword by Scot McKnightIntroduction1. Faith Is Not2. Loyalty and the Full Gospel3. Jesus Proclaims the Gospel4. Faith as Allegiance5. Questions about Allegiance Alone6. Resurrection into New Creation7. Restoring the Idol of God8. Justification and Allegiance Alone9. Practicing AllegianceIndexes

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Book SynopsisPresents Matthew as a scribe who wrote about Jesus's life in a rich, multilayered way and shows the unique contribution the First Gospel makes to understanding the connection between the Old and New Testaments.Table of ContentsContents Introduction Part 1: The Scribe Described 1. Matthew, the Discipled Scribe 2. The Scribe's Convictions and Methods Part 2: The Scribe at Work 3. Jesus and the Journey of the Davidic King 4. Jesus as the Ideal and Righteous King 5. Jesus and the Mosaic Exodus 6. Jesus and Abraham's New Family 7. Jesus and Israel's Destiny Conclusion Indexes

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Book SynopsisIn debates surrounding the New Perspective on Paul, the 16th-century Protestant Reformers are often characterised as the apostle''s misinterpreters in chief. In this book Stephen Chester challenges that conception with a careful and nuanced reading of the Reformers'' Pauline exegesis. Examining the overall contours of early Reformation exegesis of Paul, Chester contrasts the Reformers with their Roman opponents and explores particular contributions made by such key figures as Luther, Melanchthon, and Calvin. He relates their insights to contemporary debates in Pauline theology about justification, union with Christ, and other central themes, arguing that their work remains a significant resource today. Being published in the 500th anniversary year of the Protestant Reformation,Reading Paul with the Reformersreclaims a robust, contemporary understanding of how the Reformersreallyread Paul.

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Book SynopsisWhen Christians speak of ?the gospels? they?re usually referring to Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Other ancient writings about the life of Jesus are generally considered noncanonical or heretical. But what if these other gospel writings?including the Gospel of Thomas, the Gospel of Judas,and theProtevangelium of James?aren?t fundamentally different from the four canonical gospels?In this follow-up toGospel Writing: A Canonical Perspective, noted biblical scholar Francis Watson makes the case that viewing early gospel literature as a unified genre?sharing significant similarities in sources, content, and goals?allows us to discern important interrelated aspects that are lost amid the usual categories. Watson?s critical approach enables modern readers of the Bible to break free of fraught scholarly assumptions in order to better understand early Christian identity formation and beliefs.

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