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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. This book is exactly what it purports to be - a survey of the life of Christ. The 18 chapters in this book cover quite a bit of ground. Part 1 (3 chapters) discusses some methodological issues, including the role of presuppositions, sources, and chronology. Part 2 (the remaining 15 chapters) discusses key events or characteristics of the life of Christ. Because so much ground is covered, no topic is really explored in depth, though there are quite a few perceptive and cogent observations. However, I often found myself wanting more, but it was outside the scope of this work. Usefully at the end of every chapter is a list of references for those wanting to pursue a particular topic with more rigor. While the book hits apologetic notes, the intended audience is clearly believers. This would be a great first resource for believers wanting a firmer grounding in the life and person of Jesus, but there are better books to offer a non-believer interested in learning about Jesus. ( ) no reviews | add a review
In Jesus the Messiah, Robert H. Stein draws together the results of a career of research and writing on Jesus and the Gospels. Every episode in the life of Jesus is here treated with historical care and attention to its significance for understanding the life and ministry of Jesus. Clearly written, ably argued and geared to the needs of students, Jesus the Messiah will give inquiring minds a sure grounding in the life and ministry of Jesus. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)232.901Religions Christian doctrinal theology Christ; Christology Family and life of Jesus Life of JesusLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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