Vândut de elefant.ro
A dynamic reading of Pauls faith language, outlining its subtle nuances as belief, trust, and faithfulness.Faith language permeates the letters of Paul. Yet, its exact meaning is not always clear. Many today, reflecting centuries of interpretation, consider belief in Jesus to be a passive act. In this important book, Nijay Gupta challenges common assumptions in the interpretation of Paul and calls for a reexamination of Pauls faith language. Gupta argues that Pauls faith language resonates with a Jewish understanding of covenant involving goodwill, trust, and expectation. Pauls understanding of faith involves the transformation of ones perception of God and the world through Christ, relational dependence on Christ, as well as active loyalty to Christ. Pastors and scholars alike will benefit from this close examination of Pauls understanding and use of faith language. For Gupta, Pauls understanding involves a divine-human relationship centered on Christ that believes, trusts, and obeys.About author(s):Nijay K. Gupta is Associate Professor of New Testament at Portland Seminary at George Fox University. He has written 1 and 2 Thessalonians in the Zondervan Critical Introductions to the New Testament Series and is co-editor of The State of New Testament Studies with Scot McKnight. Gupta lives in Portland, OR.
Preț:
Vânzător: Elefant.ro
Brand: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
