Frank Carlson Library

Rejecting appeals to authority as well as "shallow and jaunty skepticism," the author, a noted law enforcement officer and theologian, considers the Bible as a human document. With a point of view that is at once open-minded and devout, he considers questions of miracles, divine inspiration, and criticism, seeking a modern vision of faith.

In this fictional account, the author tells of a devout Jewish scholar, who after only three years in the Arabian wilderness, emerges as the greatest Christian theologian in history. This novel explains how, after supervising the death of Jesus's disciples, Paul would be moved to effectively conquer the Roman Empire with a message about a Jewish man named Jesus.

Bible teacher John Miller explores the epistle to the apostle Paul finds it necessary to reiterate the true gospel, compared to the false gospel that the Galatians were being, influenced by. Hyperlinked verses are, provided for all scripture references.

This dissertation examines the role of the Davidic Messiah, who is the agent of God's judgment in Romans 1:18-4:25. It may be summarized in two theses: First of all, the Davidic Messiah was expected in the Old Testament and the Second Temple Jewish writings, which establish the foundation for Paul's Davidic Messiah Christology in Romans. Second, the language in the role of the agent of God's judgment cannot be identified with the term faithfulness....

The commentary tradition regarding 1 Corinthians unanimously identifies the "weak" as Christ-followers whose faith was not yet sufficient to indulge in the eating of idol food with indifference, as if ideally Paul wanted them to become "strong" enough to do so. Commentaries also do not hesitate to explain that Paul advised the Corinthians that he behaved like non-Jews (e.g., ate idol food) in order to win non-Jews to Christ, convinced that he was...

Bible teacher Brian Johnston unpacks one of the most important letters in the New Testament, which gives us important teaching on such topics as spiritual gifts, the body of Christ, church discipline and leadership, head coverings, the Breaking of Bread and, most importantly, the powerful wisdom of God displayed through the crucified Christ! An ideal companion commentary to any study of the epistle. CHAPTER ONE: THE ULTIMATE TRUTH IS CROSS-CENTRED CHAPTER...

Distinguished biblical scholar Frank Matera here views the theology of the Pauline letters through the lens of the saving grace that Paul experienced at his call and conversion. Focusing on Christology, soteriology, theology, anthropology, ecclesiology, ethics, and eschatology, Matera explores both the unity and the diversity of the thirteen Pauline letters. Written in a clear and coherent style, God's Saving Grace presents students, professors,...

This theological commentary on 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus by Robert Wall powerfully demonstrates the ongoing relevance and authority of the Pastoral Epistles for the church today. Wall uniquely employs an apostolic "Rule of Faith" methodology for interpreting these texts as sacred Scripture. Three successive historical case studies by Richard Steele vividly instantiate key themes of the Pastorals. This innovative yet reverent volume will help revive...

New Testament scholarship during recent years has seen an explosion of books and articles which attempt to situate the documents of the New Testament in their own time and culture. Various aspects of the contemporary culture are brought to the fore with varying success in an attempt to give these texts a fresh reading. This is not in the least also the case with the first letter to the Corinthians, which so clearly addresses itself to the practical...

James's letter is famous for its practical wisdom and its heart for gospel transformation reflected in action. James is like Proverbs in the New Testament - but written as a letter, reflecting the New Covenant of Christ. It advises believers facing cultural challenges in the diaspora how to approach practical issues like trials and suffering, the proper use of the tongue, and poverty and wealth from a worldview shaped by Christ. Stated simply, it...