This book posits two pillars as the foundations of Paul's thought: 1) the interaction between coherence and contingency in Paul's interpretation of the gospel and 2) the apocalyptic character of his gospel. The author ventures to demonstrate how Paul's interpretation of the gospel as coherent is integral with Paul's communication of the gospel as ......
Presents an introduction to the Bible in 8 study sessions. This book also includes study resources and discussion questions, and serves as a useful resource for introductory Bible courses and adult inquirer classes.
How the Good News Makes Sense of Discipleship, Church, Mission, and Ever
Many congregations and their leaders are discouraged about the future of the church. John Bowen's conviction is that the solution is to be found not in new programs or strategies but in a recovery of theological vision--that of Jesus and his gospel, which transforms every aspect of life. This vision restores hope in the only way realistically ......
Each line of this rhyming story includes important words reinforced with American Sign Language signs to engage the whole child. All three ways of learning--visual, auditory, and kinesthetic--are fully engaged. Perfect for 3-5 year olds.year olds.
A Critique and Analysis of Traditional and Transformational Views
In the traditional theology of sacrificial atonement scholars have represented Jesus' death on the cross as the ultimate redemptive sacrifice for the world. Repeated critiques of this traditional understanding have given rise to rise alternative understandings of Jesus' death on the cross. This book provides an analysis of the traditional theology ......
Eschatological Interpretation of Psalm 80 in Early Judaism
Since the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls, scholars have traced out the rich and complex traditions of biblical interpretation in Second Temple Judaism. Little attention has been given to Psalm 80, however. Andrew Streett demonstrates that the Psalm became a rich trove for eschatological hope
No one can read far in the Old Testament without encountering numerous acts of violence that are sanctioned in the text and attributed to both God and humans. Over the years, these texts have been used to justify all sorts of violence: from colonizing people and justifying warfare, to sanctioning violence against women and children. For those who ......
