The Message of Acts in the History of Redemption

by Dennis E. Johnson

Publisher:

P&R

, 1997

Overview

Johnson shows how the themes of Acts, centering on redemption in Jesus Christ, connect with both Old Testament prophecy and our experience today.

Key Features

• Analyzes the major thematic threads in Acts
• Explores the theme of God as bridge builder
• Examines examples of God’s promises and fulfillment

Contents

• Listening to Luke
• The Acts of the Lord
• The Spirit and the Servant
• Dawn of the Last Days
• The Holy Community
• Diversity in Unity
• An Enemy Conquered
• Illegal Aliens Welcome
• The Growing Word
• The Master Versus the Magicians
• The Great King Above All Gods
• Suffering and Vindication

Praise for the Print Edition

Johnson’s elegantly written book on the themes of Acts . . . keeps the big picture always in view, yet unfailingly and perceptively speaks to interpretive and pastoral difficulties. I am exceedingly glad this book is finally available.

—Reggie M. Kidd, Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando

Product Details

• Title: The Message of Acts in the History of Redemption
• Author: Dennis E. Johnson
• Publisher: P&R
• Publication Date: 1997
• Pages: 264
• Christian Group: Reformed
• Resource Type: Commentary
• Topic: Acts

About Dennis E. Johnson

Dennis E. Johnson (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is professor of practical theology at Westminster Seminary California and associate pastor of New Life Presbyterian Church.