Called by the Gospel: An Introduction to the New Testament
Overview
Called by the Gospel: An Introduction to the New Testament presents readers with a high view of the Christian Scriptures, explanation of keys texts with careful attention to the historical and cultural contexts, particular focus on the presentation of Jesus by the various texts, and a conversational style that seeks to convey the message of the text for contemporary times. Any Christian who seeks to deepen their grasp of the New Testament will find that the book provides educational discussion and challenging insights. This book provides many helpful pædagogical tools to supplement its contents including maps, photos, suggested readings, discussion questions, and a glossary.
Top Highlights
“Hermeneutics is a technical word for how one interprets Scripture” (Page 13)
“The stories of Jesus and Paul take place in the eastern half of the Mediterranean” (Page 29)
“Jewish religion before the destruction of the second temple was marked by at least six distinct commonalities: the temple in Jerusalem, the role of the local synagogue, the festival cycle, the significance of the Torah, the theology of monotheism, and a concern for ritual purity.” (Page 46)
“The region around the Sea of Galilee was the center of Jesus’ public ministry and had a significant population during the time of Jesus.” (Page 33)
“the synagogue functioned in local communities as a weekly gathering place.” (Page 48)
- Title: Called by the Gospel: An Introduction to the New Testament
- Authors: Michael P. Middendorf, Mark Schuler
- Edition: revised edition
- Series: Called by the Gospel
- Volume: 2
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Print Publication Date: 2009
- Logos Release Date: 2016
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Bible. N.T. › Introductions; Bible. N.T. › Commentaries
- ISBNs: 9781556355264, 9781498250429, 1556355262, 1498250424
- Resource ID: LLS:CBGINTRONT
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-29T22:31:18Z