Acts (Holman New Testament Commentary | HNTC)

by Kenneth O. Gangel

Publisher:

B&H

, 1998

Overview

Acts unfolds the incredible story of how God brought the good news of salvation to the world. As an historical treatise, Acts describes the establishment and growth of the early church; as a biographical treatise, it focuses primarily on Paul’s ministry. Luke gives us a glimpse into the first-century and the rise of Christianity, making references to buildings, customs, cities, the role of women in the early church, philosophical and theological speeches, and missionary travels. But Luke is not just interested in the events; he delves deeper into the meaning of these events.

Contents

Top Highlights

“This couple wanted acclaim without sacrifice and comfort without commitment.” (Page 74)

“So in five short verses Paul affirmed that God made the world; God gave all people life; God controlled the nations; and God revealed himself so people would seek him, a result quite possible for he is both transcendent and imminent.” (Page 290)

“God never asks us to give what we don’t have; he expects us to give to those in need from what he has given us, and always to do it in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.” (Page 44)

“Sanhedrin, but common folks all around the city. Witnessing may be the main theme in Acts, but praising certainly represents a secondary strain common in Luke’s writings (the word ainountes is used nine times in the New Testament, seven by Luke). What happens to believers who worship, work, and witness for their Lord? The Lord grows the church. Let’s not miss the order—first godly relationships with each other, then growth.” (Page 32)

“What would these disciples do after the Lord left them? The first command was to wait. They were not to engage in ministry until they had been empowered by the gift my Father promised.” (Page 9)

Product Details

• Title: Holman New Testament Commentary: Acts
• Author: Kenneth O. Gangel
• Publisher: Broadman & Holman
• Publication Date: 1998
• Pages: 484

About Kenneth O. Gangel

Kenneth O. Gangel (1935-2009) was one of the most influential Christian educators of the twentieth century. Dr. Gangel served as Dallas Theological Seminary as Chairman and Professor of Christian Education (1982-1992), Vice President for Academic Affairs, Academic Dean, and Senior Professor (1992-1997), and Distinguished Professor Emeritus (1998-2009). A leader of leaders Dr. Gangel authored or edited fifty-seven books. In retirement, he served as the Scholar-in-Residence for Toccoa Falls College, Toccoa, Georgia.