Reading Paul (Cascade Companions)

Reading Paul (Cascade Companions)

In this new introduction to the Apostle Paul and his gospel, written especially for lay readers, for beginning students, and for those unsure about what to make of Paul, Michael J. Gorman takes the apostle seriously, as someone who speaks for God and to us. After an overview not only of Paul's radical transformation from persecutor to proclaimer but also of his letter-writing in the context of Paul's new mission, Reading Paul explores the central themes of the apostle's gospel: Gorman places special emphasis on the theopolitical character of Paul's gospel and on the themes of cross and resurrection, multiculturalism in the church, and peacemaking and nonviolence as the way of Christ according to Paul. Gorman also offers a distinctive interpretation of justification by faith as participation in Christ--an interpretation that challenges standard approaches to these Pauline themes. Reading Paul demonstrates that the apostle of faith, hope, and love speaks not only to our deepest spiritual needs but also to the challenging times in which we live.

"This splendid introduction to the Apostle Paul is the best book of its kind: concise, wise, insightful, thoroughly conversant with the best recent scholarship yet thoroughly clear and readable. Against the numerous distorted preconceptions that occlude our reading of Paul, Gorman brilliantly sketches a picture of Paul's gospel as a gracious, world-transforming message of peace and reconciliation. I will assign this as required reading for students in my introductory New Testament course and put it in the hands of as many pastors and laypeople as possible."
--Richard B. Hays, George Washington Ivey Professor of New Testament, The Divinity School, Duke University

"I once had the chance to meet a famous person of whom I was in awe. We met through a mutual friend who was able to coach me on how to better understand this person and not be so nervous around him. That's what Michael Gorman can do for people who want to get introduced to the apostle Paul. As someone who has gotten to know Paul by deeply immersing himself in Paul's writings for many years, Michael can be the mutual friend who orients you and helps you relax in the presence of a truly awe-inspiring person. For committed lay people to seminary students and pastors, this well-written and intelligent book will become a standard resource for reading Paul."
--Brian McLaren, author of A Generous Orthodoxy

"Michael Gorman has given us an extraordinary gift. He has written an eminently readable introduction to Paul's message that neither diminishes the apostle's practical wisdom nor domesticates it. He communicates the profound depth of Paul's thought in ways that are as inviting as they are challenging. Reading Paul is that rare book that deserves the widest possible readership."
--Joel B. Green, Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Fuller Theological Seminary

"An exceptionally excellent resource for understanding some of Paul's most profound and potent convictions.Â Fueled by important questions at both the heart of Paul and of our current culture, this book is a fine vehicle for enabling intelligently sensitive teaching and preaching."
--L. Ann Jervis, Wycliffe and Trinity Colleges, University of Toronto

"Michael Gorman,Â already establishedÂ as a perceptive and creative interpreter of Paul's letters, now offers us a user-friendly introduction to PaulÂ the person.Â Gorman's book aptly fulfills the Companions series goal.Â He makes Paul our contemporary 'companion' byÂ introducing major themes from Paul's letters in such a personal way.Â I warmly recommend this book to pastors, seminarians, and anyone interestedÂ in getting to know Paul better!"Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
--Fr. Ronald D. Witherup, SS, Provincial Superior of the U.S. Province of Sulpicians

Michael J. Gorman is professor of sacred Scripture and dean of the Ecumenical Institute of Theology at St. Mary's Seminary & University in Baltimore, Maryland.
Country USA
Manufacturer Cascade Books, an imprint of Wipf and Stock Publishers
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2008-01-01
Format Kindle eBook

Country	USA
Manufacturer	Cascade Books, an imprint of Wipf and Stock Publishers
Binding	Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate	2008-01-01
Format	Kindle eBook

Reading Paul (Cascade Companions)

You might also like...