Is God still, as it has been argued, the -neglected factor- in New Testament theology? How does the Bible speak imaginatively and concretely about who God is and what God's activity on behalf of the world looks like? In The Unrelenting God sixteen accomplished scholars in the fields of biblical and theological studies explore ways in which Scripture speaks about God's character and God's activity in the world. As honoree Beverly Roberts Gaventa has done throughout her career, the contributors address important and nuanced theological themes such as God's dramatic invasion of the...
Is God still, as it has been argued, the -neglected factor- in New Testament theology? How does the Bible speak imaginatively and concretely about who...
This book looks at the Acts of the Apostles through two lenses that highlight the two topics of masculinity and politics. Acts is rich in relevant material, whether this be in the range of such characters as the Ethiopian eunuch, Cornelius, Peter and Paul, or in situations such as Timothy's circumcision and Paul's encounters with Roman rulers in different cities. Engaging Acts from these two distinct but related perspectives illuminates features of this book which are otherwise easily missed. These approaches provide fresh angles to see how men, masculinity, and imperial loyalty were...
This book looks at the Acts of the Apostles through two lenses that highlight the two topics of masculinity and politics. Acts is rich in relevant ...
This engaging book guides readers through one of the most colorful books of the Bible, illuminating passages from Acts that show the Christian gospel expressing itself through the lives, speech, struggles, and adventures of Jesus's followers. The book emphasizes the disruptive character of the Christian gospel and shows how Acts repeatedly describes God as upsetting the status quo by changing people's lives, society's conventions, and our basic expectations of what's possible. Suited for individual and group study, this book by a New Testament scholar with a gift for popular communication...
This engaging book guides readers through one of the most colorful books of the Bible, illuminating passages from Acts that show the Christian gospel ...
The earliest churches' narratives about their Lord and their origins were theological narratives--stories meant to communicate believers' convictions about God and God's commitment to the world.--Brittany E. Wilson, Assistant Professor of New Testament, Duke Divinity School
The earliest churches' narratives about their Lord and their origins were theological narratives--stories meant to communicate believers' convictions ...
Studying the letters alongside one another, as a collection, allows readers to consider the ways in which Paul attempted to provide pastoral care to various congregations, as well as how Paul's widespread influence may have prompted his admirers to carry his legacy forward after his death.--Michal Beth Dinkler, Assistant Professor of New Testament, Yale Divinity School
Studying the letters alongside one another, as a collection, allows readers to consider the ways in which Paul attempted to provide pastoral care to v...
Taken together, the final books provide an enduring reminder of the diversity, change, vitality, and occasional struggles that left enduring impressions on churches' efforts to understand who they were, how they should live, and what they should expect for their future.--Raj Nadella, Assistant Professor of New Testament, Columbia Theological Seminary
Taken together, the final books provide an enduring reminder of the diversity, change, vitality, and occasional struggles that left enduring impressio...
