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A quick and focused guide to the New Testament of the Bible.This rich and practical handbook—an abridged edition of the major textbook An Introduction to the New Testament—brings the best of New Testament scholarship to the church and makes it accessible to the everyday reader.Introducing the New Testament focuses on historical questions dealing with authorship, date, sources, purpose, and destination of the New Testament books. By honing in on the essentials, renowned Bible scholars D. A. Carson and Douglas Moo ensure that each book is accurately understood within its historical and cultural settings.For each New Testament document, the authors also provide:A summary of that book's content.Discussion of the book's theological contribution to the overall canon.End-of-chapter questions for group discussion or personal reflection.A bibliography of further resources.Introducing the New Testament makes the words, history, and culture of biblical times come alive for readers. Laypersons as well as church leaders will gain a solid understanding of the historical background and theological message of the New Testament and be inspired to apply biblical truths to their lives.

Understand the history, core values, and divisions as they've developed within the Evangelical Christian movement.Four Views on the Spectrum of Evangelicalismcompares and contrasts four distinct positions on the current fundamentalist-evangelical spectrum. Each contributor offers their case for one of four primary views:Fundamentalism – defended by Kevin T. Bauder Conservative/confessional evangelicalism – defended by R. Albert Mohler Jr.Generic evangelicalism – defended by John G. Stackhouse Jr.Postconservative evangelicalism – defended by Roger E. OlsonEach author explains and defends his position, which is critiqued by the other three authors. The Counterpoints series presents a comparison and critique of scholarly views on topics important to Christians that are both fair-minded and respectful of the biblical text. Each volume is a one-stop reference that allows readers to evaluate the different positions on a specific issue and form their own, educated opinion.

Christian, meet your conscience.What do you do when you disagree with other Christians? How do you determine which convictions are negotiable and which are not? How do you get along with people who have different personal standards?All of these questions have to do with the conscience. Yet there is hardly a more neglected topic among Christians. In this much-needed book, a New Testament scholar and a cross-cultural missionary explore all thirty passages in the New Testament that deal with the conscience, showing how your conscience impacts virtually every aspect of life, ministry, and missions. As you come to see your conscience as a gift from God and learn how to calibrate it under the lordship of Jesus Christ, you will not only experience the freedom of a clear conscience but also discover how to lovingly interact with those who hold different convictions. Offers guiding principles for understanding our consciences and engaging with those who hold different convictionsWritten by an experienced New Testament scholar and a veteran missionaryContains practical advice for common cross-cultural ministry pitfallsIncludes helpful diagrams and tables for understanding key conceptsForeword written by theologian D. A. Carson

“I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her offspring; he shall bruise your head, and you shall bruise his heel.”—Genesis 3:15We’ve all heard this story: the hero fights a dragon in an epic battle, and just as it appears the dragon is going to prevail, the hero saves the day. Best-selling novels and blockbuster movies are filled with this type of story, but did you know that this is the main theme of the Bible too?Tracing the theme of serpents and dragons through both Testaments, trusted scholar Andrew David Naselli demonstrates that these stories reflect our desire to know the ultimate story—the struggle between God’s offspring and the offspring of the serpent. As we come to experience this captivating, unifying narrative, we will rejoice in the ultimate victory of Jesus—the serpent slayer—over the devouring dragon in Revelation. Part of the Short Studies in Biblical Theology seriesTraces the promise of redemption through the BibleConcise primer for those interested in biblical theologyInteracts with 5 popular “dragon” stories: Saint George and the Dragon, Beowulf, The Pilgrim's Progress, The Chronicles of Narnia, The Lord of the Rings, and Harry Potter

“I eagerly commend this series.”—R. Albert Mohler Jr., President, The Southern Baptist Theological SeminaryElection seasons can cause division on a variety of issues. But what happens when you disagree with someone in your local church community? Authors Jonathan Leeman and Andy Naselli propose that Christians should learn how to disagree on such issues with a spirit of gracious understanding by recognizing the importance of what binds us together as a local church body—the gospel of Jesus Christ. Part of a series that helps Christians understand the centrality of the local church in Christian discipleshipSmall booklet ideal for sharingSix recommendations for how to love church members with different political views

A Concise and Systematic Exploration of the Doctrine of Predestination How can God choose to save some and eternally punish others? What about my loved ones who are not believers? For many, contemplating predestination brings about fear, trepidation, controversy, and emotional exhaustion, making it a difficult topic to study—let alone view as a blessing. This addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series carefully examines God’s word to answer 15 commonly asked questions regarding the doctrines of election and reprobation. With helpful visuals, key definitions, answer summaries, and prayer responses, this concise guide is perfect for all believers who want to discover and delight in what God has revealed throughout Scripture. Readers will not only learn how God saves his people from their sins, but will be stirred to respond to him in worship.  Great for Theologians, Pastors, and Students: Designed to be short and approachable, this concise study dives deep into the doctrine of predestinationPart of the Short Studies in Systematic Theology Series: Other titles include The Person of Christ; Glorification; and The Doctrine of Scripture Written by Andrew David Naselli: Pastor and professor of systematic theology and New Testament

A Concise, Verse-by-Verse Commentary on the Book of Romans, Perfect for Individual or Group Study Martin Luther called the book of Romans the “chief part of the New Testament” and “the purest gospel.” The apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans has had arguably the largest influence on believers throughout church history. Paul systematically and formally articulates the gospel of Jesus Christ—the righteousness God gives to sinful humans through faith. Scholar and author Andrew David Naselli traces Paul’s argument for the gospel throughout this concise and accessible guide to the book of Romans. Designed to be read alongside the epistle itself, it provides accessible, standalone commentary unpacking the text verse by verse. This volume dives into the key themes of righteousness, peace, and God’s promises, accompanied by reflection questions on interpretation and application—perfect for individual or group study.  For New Believers and Seasoned Saints: Ideal for thoughtful laypeople, pastors, and teachers wanting to learn more about God’s wordPerfect for Group or Individual Study: Includes interpretation and application questions at the end of the book Accessible: Straightforward and clear writing

The companion resource to the bestselling Commentary on the New Testament Use of the Old TestamentSouthwestern Journal of Theology 2023 Book of the YearWith the torrent of publications on the use of the Old Testament in the New Testament, it's time for a dictionary dedicated to this incredibly rich yet diverse field. In this volume, leading evangelical biblical scholars explore and explain the many facets of how the New Testament writers appropriated the Old Testament.This definitive resource--a companion to the well-received Commentary on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament--covers a wide range of topics through five types of entries: ● surveys of biblical books● biblical-theological topical essays● Jewish exegetical-traditions essays● inner-biblical exegesis● systematic theologyThis handy reference book is for all serious students of the Bible as they study how and why Old Testament texts reappear and are reappropriated throughout the Bible.

This updated edition of a contemporary classic teaches sound grammatical, lexical, cultural, and theological Bible study practices, offering expert guidance for those seeking to interpret Scripture more accurately.D. A. Carson and Andrew David Naselli teach interpreters to think critically and to develop sound reasons for the choices they make. To do this, interpreters must reject unsound reasons; so the authors identify common mistakes many Bible interpreters make and how to avoid them.The third edition is significantly expanded, examines some new fallacies, and is accessible for beginning students of theology. It is also a helpful resource for any student of biblical languages."A must for teachers, pastors, and serious Bible students."--Thomas R. Schreiner, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary