Understanding the New Testament and Its Message

Understanding the New Testament and Its Message

Author: Vincent P. Branick

Publisher: Paulist Press

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 9780809137800

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A solid, well-done introduction to the New Testament for undergraduates that explores teaching on faith issues, as well as the theology and spirituality of the New Testament. Reflections, study questions, charts, and indexes are included. +


The New Testament

The New Testament

Author: Thomas Lea

Publisher: B&H Publishing Group

Published: 2003-07-01

Total Pages: 482

ISBN-13: 1433669870

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In the comprehensive The New Testament: Its Background and Message, the late Thomas Lea presented a clear and concise introduction to the New Testament giving readers the key that unlocks the door to understanding these important texts. This influential work presents the background of the New Testament with broad strokes and with a focus on specific books including the Gospels, Acts, and Paul and his letters. Originally written in an easy-to-understand style and form, Lea’s text continues to unlock the message of the New Testament for both new students and seasoned scholars.


The Message of the New Testament

The Message of the New Testament

Author: F. F. Bruce

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 1973-04-23

Total Pages: 124

ISBN-13: 9780802815255

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Evangelicalism's most trusted biblical scholar here guides readers to a clearer understanding of the meaning of the New Testament. Proceeding book by book, F.F. Bruce presents the central themes of the New Testament in language simple enough to be understood by beginners yet rich enough to provide fresh insights for longtime students of the Bible. New cover design.


Introducing the New Testament

Introducing the New Testament

Author: D. A. Carson

Publisher: Zondervan Academic

Published: 2013-03-05

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 0310514894

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A quick and focused guide to the New Testament of the Bible. This rich and practical handbook—an abridged edition of the major textbook An Introduction to the New Testament—brings the best of New Testament scholarship to the church and makes it accessible to the everyday reader. Introducing the New Testament focuses on historical questions dealing with authorship, date, sources, purpose, and destination of the New Testament books. By honing in on the essentials, renowned Bible scholars D. A. Carson and Douglas Moo ensure that each book is accurately understood within its historical and cultural settings. For each New Testament document, the authors also provide: A summary of that book's content. Discussion of the book's theological contribution to the overall canon. End-of-chapter questions for group discussion or personal reflection. A bibliography of further resources. Introducing the New Testament makes the words, history, and culture of biblical times come alive for readers. Laypersons as well as church leaders will gain a solid understanding of the historical background and theological message of the New Testament and be inspired to apply biblical truths to their lives.


The New Testament: A Very Short Introduction

The New Testament: A Very Short Introduction

Author: Luke Timothy Johnson

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2010-04-22

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 0199735700

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A brief yet essential introduction to the New Testament that chronicles the real people-- and historical and literary movements--that created it.


Introducing the New Testament

Introducing the New Testament

Author: Paul J. Achtemeier

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 2001-08-10

Total Pages: 644

ISBN-13: 9780802837172

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Explores the literature of the New Testament of the Bible, highlighting the many messages contained within the text and outlining issues that can be discussed by heralding these messages. Also provides background of the time period and locations in which the New Testament was written.


Understanding the Bible

Understanding the Bible

Author: Dr. John R.W. Stott

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 2011-05-24

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 0310874106

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Understanding the Bible will provide you with a foundational knowledge of the entirety of Scripture with a focus on broadening your vision of Jesus Christ. This book answers foundational questions: Who wrote the Bible? What is its message? Why is it thought to be a "holy" book? How does one read and interpret it? By delving into the geographical, religious, and historical concerns that shaped the world of biblical times, you'll see Jesus as never before: both as a man of his times and culture, and as the culmination of a divine providence that prepared the way for the ministry of the Messiah. Written by renowned preacher, writer, and apologist John Stott, this new, expanded edition includes: Questions at the beginning of each chapter to help you focus. New, up-to-date maps for the chapters on history and geography. An index to help you speedily access areas of interest.


New Testament History

New Testament History

Author: Richard L. Niswonger

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9780310312017

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In this excellent history of God's authoritative message to humankind, Niswonger presents the major events of the life and ministry of Jesus, Paul, and the apostolic church by unfolding it against the historical, religious, and political settings of the time and recounting the events with simplicity and directness. More than 90 photographs and maps.


The Message of Mark

The Message of Mark

Author: Donald English

Publisher: InterVarsity Press

Published: 2020-05-19

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13: 0830812490

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In this BST volume, Donald English offers a wise, welcoming, and nontechnical guide to Mark, the smallest of the four Gospels. Along with exposition of each section of the text, English draws out principles and applications about the nature of true faith, the cost of discipleship, and how we should receive God's Word today.