A Commentary on Acts
Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Bible & Bible Studies, New Testament, Study, Commentaries
| Author: | Yon Gyong Kwon | ISBN: | 9781506400310 |
| Publisher: | Fortress Press | Publication: | July 1, 2015 |
| Imprint: | Fortress Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Yon Gyong Kwon |
| ISBN: | 9781506400310 |
| Publisher: | Fortress Press |
| Publication: | July 1, 2015 |
| Imprint: | Fortress Press |
| Language: | English |
The book of Acts recounts the birth of the church and the ministry of the earliest disciples. It occupies a place of critical importance in the New Testament, acting as a bridge between the Jesus of history and the Jesus of faith. It is a record of the early church, a rich source of theological wisdom, and a powerful testament to the transformative power of the Holy Spirit.
In this helpful guide, the section-by-section commentary draws out the historical, theological, and pastoral significance of the biblical text. There are also four theological essays that highlight the relevance of the book of Acts today. Clear and helpful maps and study suggestions at the end of each chapter make A Commentary on Acts ideal for students in biblical study courses and for anyone wishing to learn more about this thrilling New Testament book.
The International Study Guides (ISGs) are clear and accessible resources, contextual and ecumenical in content and missional in direction. The contributors are theological educators who come from different countries and different religious backgrounds and bring practical emphasis alongside contemporary scholarly reflection.
The book of Acts recounts the birth of the church and the ministry of the earliest disciples. It occupies a place of critical importance in the New Testament, acting as a bridge between the Jesus of history and the Jesus of faith. It is a record of the early church, a rich source of theological wisdom, and a powerful testament to the transformative power of the Holy Spirit.
In this helpful guide, the section-by-section commentary draws out the historical, theological, and pastoral significance of the biblical text. There are also four theological essays that highlight the relevance of the book of Acts today. Clear and helpful maps and study suggestions at the end of each chapter make A Commentary on Acts ideal for students in biblical study courses and for anyone wishing to learn more about this thrilling New Testament book.
The International Study Guides (ISGs) are clear and accessible resources, contextual and ecumenical in content and missional in direction. The contributors are theological educators who come from different countries and different religious backgrounds and bring practical emphasis alongside contemporary scholarly reflection.
