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Author: J. Patrick Ware
Publisher: BRILL
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 403
ISBN-13: 9004146415
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIllumining the Jewish context of early Christian mission, this study through close exegesis of Paul's letter to the Philippians reveals the crucial place of the mission of the church in Paul's thought.
Author: Mark J. Keown
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Published: 2009-02-19
Total Pages: 401
ISBN-13: 1606084755
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDid Paul want his congregations to pick up the ministry of evangelism or did he envisage himself and other 'specialist' proclaimers continuing the ministry of the gospel? Dr. Keown begins by outlining the contours of differing responses to this question ranging from exclusively 'specialist' evangelism to believers' full participation in evangelic mission. He then explores the question through exegetical analysis of Philippians. He argues persuasively that one essential element of the rhetorical appeal of the letter is an injunction to the believers in Philippi to continue to preach the gospel with renewed unity and in the face of pagan opposition. He suggests that Paul envisaged 'specialist proclaimers' leading the evangelical mission and equipping 'general believers' to share the gospel as one dimension of living in the world.
Author: Robert L. Plummer
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Published: 2012-11-21
Total Pages: 257
ISBN-13: 0830859896
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRobert L. Plummer and John Mark Terry edit this collection of entry points into the missionary methods of the Apostle Paul. Conducting a major reappraisal of Roland Allen?s Missionary Methods: St. Paul's or Ours? Michael Bird, Eckhard Schnabel and others reconsider the relevance of Paul's missionary activities for the church today.
Author: Peter-Ben Smit
Publisher: A&C Black
Published: 2013-08-01
Total Pages: 217
ISBN-13: 0567372189
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn his Epistle to the Philippians, Paul positions himself as an example of 'being in Christ'. The way in which he does this points out that he consciously positions himself in the tradition of classical rhetoric, where the use of paradigms (exempla) was a standard element in deliberative arguing. Paul describes his life as coloured by Christ in such a way that he represents Christ to the Philippians, and the response he hopes to evoke in their congregation is that of similar behaviour. The analysis of Smit combines observations on classical rhetoric, exegetical analyses of Philippians, and views from the perspective of gender and masculinity studies into a new and fresh analysis of the material. He shows that ancient ideals of deliberative rhetoric have influenced Philippians in much the same way in which they appear in e.g. Aristotle, Plutarch, and (also) 2 Maccabees. This study both positions Paul in the cultural context of his day and indicates the newness of his enterprise.
Author: Mark J. Keown
Publisher: Lexham Press
Published: 2021-03-24
Total Pages: 510
ISBN-13: 1683593839
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDiscovering the New Testament is a new and comprehensive introduction to the New Testament in three volumes, reflecting current research and scholarship in New Testament studies. Each volume provides a thorough discussion of background issues as well as treating theological themes and practical application. The second volume is devoted to the life and writings of the apostle Paul. It traces Paul's early life, conversion, and missionary journeys, overviews the contours of his theology, and surveys the authorship, form, and content of his letters. Ideal for college or seminary students, the volumes provide numerous maps and charts, as well as discussion questions for each chapter and a focus on real-life relevance and application.
Author: Andreas J. Köstenberger
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Published: 2016-08-15
Total Pages: 1168
ISBN-13: 1433684012
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Cradle, the Cross, and the Crown guides serious New Testament students through the historical, literary, and theological dimensions of the biblical text, allowing them to better understand and share God’s “word of truth” (2 Tim 2:15). It offers a thorough introduction to all twenty-seven books of the New Testament and closely examines events such as Christ’s incarnation and virgin birth, his crucifixion and resurrection, and triumphant return. The second edition features updated bibliographies and footnotes, interpretation sections that cover different literary genres in the New Testament, an epilogue that canvasses the entire storyline of Scripture, and a variety of maps. All of these new features contribute to making this a life-long resource for students of Scripture.
Author: Donald A. Hagner
Publisher: Baker Books
Published: 2012-11-15
Total Pages: 1028
ISBN-13: 1441240403
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis capstone work from widely respected senior evangelical scholar Donald Hagner offers a substantial introduction to the New Testament. Hagner deals with the New Testament both historically and theologically, employing the framework of salvation history. He treats the New Testament as a coherent body of texts and stresses the unity of the New Testament without neglecting its variety. Although the volume covers typical questions of introduction, such as author, date, background, and sources, it focuses primarily on understanding the theological content and meaning of the texts, putting students in a position to understand the origins of Christianity and its canonical writings. Throughout, Hagner delivers balanced conclusions in conversation with classic and current scholarship. The book includes summary tables, diagrams, maps, and extensive bibliographies.
Author: Alexander N. Kirk
Publisher: Mohr Siebeck
Published: 2015-11-05
Total Pages: 356
ISBN-13: 9783161543111
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhat was Paul's attitude toward his own death? How did he act and what did he say and write in view of it? What hopes did he hold for himself beyond death? Alexander N. Kirk explores these questions through a close reading of four Pauline letters that look ahead to Paul's death and other relevant texts in the first two generations after Paul's death (AD 70-160). The author studies portraits of the departed Paul in Acts, 1 Clement, the letters of Ignatius, Polycarp's letter To the Philippians, and the Martyrdom of Paul. He also examines portraits of the departing Paul in 1 and 2 Corinthians, Philippians, and 2 Timothy, arguing that Paul's death did not primarily present an existential challenge, but a pastoral one. Although touching upon several areas of recent scholarly interest, Alexander N. Kirk sets forth a new research question and fresh interpretations of early Christian and Pauline texts.
Author: John de Jong
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Published: 2020-04-09
Total Pages: 364
ISBN-13: 1725258765
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHolding Forth the Word of Life is a collection of essays offered to honor Tim Meadowcroft on his retirement from Laidlaw College. An international authority on Daniel, over the last twenty-five years Tim has established himself as one of New Zealand’s leading biblical scholars. While specializing in Old Testament, Tim has taught and published in New Testament as well as hermeneutics and theological interpretation of Scripture. Beyond academic work he has also remained committed to the church and its voice in wider society. This collection of essays, written by leading scholars from New Zealand and beyond, covers all of these areas—Old Testament, New Testament, intertestamental texts, hermeneutics, theological interpretation of Scripture, reception history, and theological reflection on pressing issues facing society.
Author: Craig L. Blomberg
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 594
ISBN-13: 0805432485
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA companion to Jesus and the Gospels, Blomberg's ECPA Gold Medallion winner, From Pentecost to Patmos introduces serious Bible students to the depths of information found in Acts through Revelation.
