Encountering the New Testament: A Historical and Theological Survey
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Studying the New Testament can be an exciting--and intimidating--experience. This readable survey is designed to make the adventure less daunting and more rewarding. The second edition has been revised throughout, including updated bibliographies and focus boxes addressing contemporary concerns. The CD-ROM has been substantially revised to provide a more helpful and up-to-date interactive learning experience.Other distinguishing features include:- abundant illustrations, photographs, tables, and charts-all in full color- sidebars addressing ethical/theological concerns - focus boxes isolating key issues - learning objectives and a chapter outline - end-of-chapter study questions, review questions, and chapter summaries
1Why study the New Testament?192The Middle East in the days of Jesus393The gospel and the four Gospels694The gospel of Matthew : the Messiah has come!775The gospel of Mark : son of God, servant of all876The gospel of Luke : a savior for all people977The gospel of John : eternal life through his name1078Man from Galilee : the life of Jesus Christ1179Lord, teach us : the teaching ministry of Jesus Christ13710Modern approaches to the New Testament : historical criticism and hermeneutics15311The modern study of the Gospels16912The modern search for Jesus18113The world and identity of the earliest church19314Acts 1-7 : the earliest days of the church20915Acts 8-12 : salvation for both Jew and Gentile22316Acts 13-28 : the light of Christ to the ends of the earth23717All things to all people : life and teachings of the Apostle Paul25318Romans : right with God27319Corinthians and Galatians : apostolic counsel for confused churches28720Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon : letters from prison30721Thessalonians, Timothy, and Titus : a legacy of faithfulness32722Hebrews and James : maintaining full commitment to Christ34723Peter, John, and Jude : a call to faith, hope, and love36124Revelation : God is in control!375Epilogue : matters to ponder387
