Best of
New-Testament

1992

Jewish New Testament Commentary: A Companion Volume to the Jewish New Testament


David H. Stern - 1992
    Its central figure was a Jew. His followers were all Jews; yet no translation--except this one--really communicates its original, essential Jewishness. Uses neutral terms and Hebrew names. Highlights Jewish features and Jewish references. Corrects mistranslations from an anti-Jewish theological basis. Freshly rendered into English using the Greek texts, this is a must for learning about first-century faith.

Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels: A Compendium of Contemporary Biblical Scholarship


Joel B. Green - 1992
    In the more than eight decades since Hastings our understanding of Jesus, the Evangelists and their world has grown remarkably. New interpretive methods have illumined the text, the ever-changing profile of modern culture has put new questions to the Gospels, and our understanding of the Judaism of Jesus' day has advanced in ways that could not have been predicted in Hasting's day. But for many readers of the Gospels the new outlook on the Gospels remains hidden within technical journals and academic monographs. The Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels bridges the gap between scholars and those pastors, teachers, students and lay people desiring in-depth treatment of select topics in an accessible and summary format. The topics range from cross-sectional themes (such as faith, law, Sabbath) to methods of interpretation (such as form criticism, redaction criticism, and death of Jesus) to each of the four Gospels as a whole. Some articles--such as the Dead Sea Scrolls, rabbinic traditions and revolutionary movements at the time of Jesus--provide significant background information to the Gospels. Others reflect recent and less familiar issues in Jesus and Gospel studies, such as divine man, ancient rhetoric and the chreiai (aphorisms). Contemporary concerns of general interest are discussed in articles covering such topics as healing, the demonic and the historical reliability of the Gospels. And for those entrusted with communicating the message of the Gospels, there is an extensive article on preaching from the Gospels. TheDictionary of Jesus and the Gospels presents the fruit of evangelical New Testament scholarship at the end of the twentieth century--committed to the authority of Scripture, utilizing the best of critical methods, and maintaining dialog with contemporary scholarship and challenges facing the church.

Finding the Lost: Cultural Keys to Luke 15 (Concordia Scholarship Today)


Kenneth E. Bailey - 1992
    It reflects the author's immersion in the language, religion, and culture of the Middle East, demonstrating how meaningful the biblical text becomes when a broad background of study and analysis is permitted to illuminate the text. Western readers will gain an array of new insights from this volume and will be fascinated by the author's nuances of interpretation. The author's analysis shows how the cultural background of the Middle East affects the interpretation of these parables.

The Crown and the Fire: Meditations on the Cross and the Life of the Spirit


N.T. Wright - 1992
    This sequence of powerful meditations challenges readers to reassess their own response to Jesus' death, his resurrection, and the continuing influence of his Spirit on those who follow him today.

Romans in a Week


N.T. Wright - 1992
    Most Christians have a nodding acquaintance with bits of it; few would claim to have mastered its complex arguments, its sudden changes of mood, or even the question of why Paul wrote it in the first place. This course begins with a bird's eye view of the letter, seeing it holistically before moving to the parts. Then Professor Wright focuses on the individual sections, assessing their contribution to that whole. He examines some of the most controversial and difficult passages in detail (3:21-4:25, 7:7-8:11 and 9-11) before standing back and capturing a last awesome view of the breathtaking theological and missionary vision which Paul offers to his readers.

With Jesus Through Galilee According to the Fifth Gospel


Bargil Pixner - 1992
    Against the backdrop of the landscape of Galilee emerges the figure of Jesus the compassionate man.,

New Testament Epistles: A Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the Epistle to the Hebrews


Gareth Reese - 1992
    Commentary on Hebrews

The Pastoral Epistles


George W. Knight III - 1992
    While author George W. Knight gives careful attention to the comments of previous interpreters of the text, both ancient and modern, his emphasis is on exegesis of the Greek text itself and on the flow of the argument in each of these three epistles. Besides providing a detailed look at the meanings and interrelationships of the Greek words as they appear in each context, Knight's commentary includes an introduction that treats at length the question of authorship (he argues for Pauline authorship and proposes, on the basis of stylistic features, that Luke might have been the amanuensis for the Pastoral Epistles), the historical background of these letters, and the personalities and circumstances of the recipients. Knight also provides two special excursuses: the first gathers together the information in the Pastorals and elsewhere in the New Testament on early church offices and leaders; the other excursus examines the motivations for conduct in Titus 2:1-10 with a view to their applicability to present-day situations.

The Collegeville Bible Commentary: Based on the New American Bible : New Testament (The Collegeville Bible Commentary)


Robert J. Karris - 1992
    Special "ease" binding allows the volumes to lay open without assistance. Perfect for classroom use or personal study.

Mark (The People's Bible Commentary)


Harold E. Wicke - 1992
    If you're searching for a deeper understanding of God's Word and his plan for your life The People's Bible Commentary is for you.

Philippians/Colossians/Philemon


Harlyn J. Kuschel - 1992
    This series weaves together the New International Version "RM" of the Bible with in-depth commentary to enrich your understanding of the Bible.Features include: -- Easy-to-read commentary that follows the text so you learn as you read-- Bible passages at top of each page for easy reference-- NIV Bible text highlighted in bold-- Important facts are identified to expand understanding of Bible times and help apply passages to life todayThis series is an excellent companion text for Bible study leaders and for individual use.

Wiersbe's Expository Outlines on the New Testament: Chapter-by-Chapter through the New Testament with One of Today's Most Respected Bible Teachers


Warren W. Wiersbe - 1992
    Warren W. Wiersbe lead youCHAPTER-BY-CHAPTER THROUTH THE NEW TESTAMENTWiersbe's Expository Outlines on the New Testament will help you:• Understand the "big picture" of what the New Testament teaches • Grasp the significance of each individual book • Discover the life-changing truths of each chapter • Learn how to share the truth of God's Word with othersIf you have used Dr. Wiersbe's popular BE series, you know how simple and practical his Bible studies are, with outlines that almost teach themselves. If not, you can now discover a wonderful new resource. This work is a unique commentary on every book of the New Testament. It contains new material not to be found in the BE series.

Acts


Phyllis J. Le Peau - 1992
    Jesus transformed their lives--and they changed the world! Acts is the extraordinary record of what these early Christian disciples did. The power that you see in action in this book is the same power that can transform your life. As Phyllis J. Le Peau leads you through the pages of Acts, you will begin to understand what the Holy Spirit can do in you and in the world. This revised LifeGuide Bible Study features additional questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection. Included are expanded leader's notes and a "Now and Later" section in each study.