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Encountering the New Testament: A Historical and Theological Survey » (2nd Edition)

Book cover image of Encountering the New Testament: A Historical and Theological Survey by Walter A. Elwell

Authors: Walter A. Elwell, Robert W. Yarbrough
ISBN-13: 9780801028069, ISBN-10: 080102806X
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
Date Published: March 2005
Edition: 2nd Edition

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Author Biography: Walter A. Elwell

Walter A. Elwell (Ph.D., University of Edinburgh) is emeritus professor of biblical and theological studies at Wheaton College. He has edited numerous biblical reference works, including the Baker Theological Dictionary of the Bible and the Evangelical Dictionary of Theology.

Robert W. Yarbrough (Ph.D., University of Aberdeen) is professor of New Testament at Covenant Theological Seminary and coeditor of the Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament series.

Book Synopsis

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

Table of Contents

1Why study the New Testament?19
2The Middle East in the days of Jesus39
3The gospel and the four Gospels69
4The gospel of Matthew : the Messiah has come!77
5The gospel of Mark : son of God, servant of all87
6The gospel of Luke : a savior for all people97
7The gospel of John : eternal life through his name107
8Man from Galilee : the life of Jesus Christ117
9Lord, teach us : the teaching ministry of Jesus Christ137
10Modern approaches to the New Testament : historical criticism and hermeneutics153
11The modern study of the Gospels169
12The modern search for Jesus181
13The world and identity of the earliest church193
14Acts 1-7 : the earliest days of the church209
15Acts 8-12 : salvation for both Jew and Gentile223
16Acts 13-28 : the light of Christ to the ends of the earth237
17All things to all people : life and teachings of the Apostle Paul253
18Romans : right with God273
19Corinthians and Galatians : apostolic counsel for confused churches287
20Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon : letters from prison307
21Thessalonians, Timothy, and Titus : a legacy of faithfulness327
22Hebrews and James : maintaining full commitment to Christ347
23Peter, John, and Jude : a call to faith, hope, and love361
24Revelation : God is in control!375
Epilogue : matters to ponder387

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