Jewish Backgrounds of the New Testament

Jewish Backgrounds of the New TestamentThis survey of intertestamental Judaism illuminates the customs and controversies that provide essential background for understanding the New Testament. Scott opens a door into the Jewish world and literature leading up to the development of Christianity. He also offers an accessible overview of the data through helpful charts, maps, and diagrams incorporated throughout the text to engage his readers.

This masterwork will appeal to scholars

The purpose of the body instead is to offer to God in worship what only it can offer--and what must be offered to God

this book presents a comprehensive biblical vision and defense of the sacramental priesthood and an informed theological response to the problem of priestly sin

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How can the church help bring God's kingdom to earth without relying on the political structures of this world

with far-reaching implications for our understanding of what God is doing in the world

which offers big-picture proposals based on detailed work with Paul's letters

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Ryken finds the answers in Scripture and in the rich heritage of theological thinking

It shows why theology matters and why its pursuit is a demanding but exhilarating venture

While our faith calls us to Christian unity