From the Preface: This volume is neither a critical introduction to the New Testament nor an attempt at a biblical theology. It is an exposition of the New Testament message, written from an evangelical perspective. It is designed first for the university student but then for any others, laity or clergy, who desire a framework by which to strengthen their grasp of the biblical materials.

The New Testament Speaks

Glenn W. Barker

William L. Lane

J. Ramsey Michaels

Religion & Spirituality

Harpercollins College Div

The Understanding the Bible Commentary Series helps readers navigate the strange and sometimes intimidating literary terrain of the Bible. These accessible volumes break down the barriers between the ancient and modern worlds so that the power and meaning of the biblical texts become transparent to contemporary readers. The contributors tackle the task of interpretation using the full range of critical methodologies and practices, yet they do so as people of faith who hold the text in the highest regard. Pastors, teachers, and lay people alike will cherish the truth found in this commentary series.

John (Understanding the Bible Commentary Series)

Christian Books & Bibles

Baker Books

Interpretations of the book of Revelation are numerous and varied. The preterist view focuses on first-century social analysis of John's environment. The church-historical view sees the Revelation as a prophetic survey of the history of the church. The futurist view sees the book as a precise prediction of unfolding events in the yet-to-come end of the world. The trouble with all three, argues J. Ramsey Michaels, is that they make the Revelation of John irrelevant to Christians throughout much of history. Failing to take seriously what John saw, such interpreters do not comprehend the value of the Revelation to Christians in any age. Michaels strives to recapture the Revelation as a prophetic letter of testimony, a testimony as relevant to today's church as it was to John's as it faces evil and looks for the victory of the Lamb.

Revelation (IVP New Testament Commentary Series)

IVP Academic

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and theological evidence. The result is judicious and balanced insight into the meanings of the text in the framework of biblical theology. These widely acclaimed commentaries serve as exceptional resources for the professional theologian and instructor, the seminary or university student, the working minister, and everyone concerned with building theological understanding from a solid base of biblical scholarship.

Word Biblical Commentary Vol. 49, 1 Peter

Thomas Nelson. Inc.

NEW INTERNATIONAL BIBLICAL COMMENTARY: JOHN

Hendrickson & Paternoster Pres

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