Paul seems to read Isaiah's Servant with reference to himself. Daniel Cole examines Paul's use of texts within Isa. 49-54 to explain why the apostle does this and what the ethical implications are. He demonstrates that the coherent salvation history of the Servant prophecy guides Paul throughou -- Contracubierta.

Central to God’s character is the quality of holiness. Yet, even so, most people are hard-pressed to define what God’s holiness precisely is. Many preachers today avoid the topic altogether because people today don’t quite know what to do with words like “awe” or “fear.” R. C. Sproul, in this classic work, puts the holiness of God in its proper and central place in the Christian life. He paints an awe-inspiring vision of God that encourages Christian to become holy just as God is holy. Once you encounter the holiness of God, your life will never be the same.

Provides theological rationale for Paul's Old Testament reading that moves beyond pigeon-holing Paul either into his religious-historical situation or into modern conventions about the sensus literalis.

Many factors contributed to the Protestant Reformation, but one of the most significant was the debate over the doctrine of justification by faith alone. In fact, Martin Luther argued that justification is the doctrine on which the church stands or falls. This comprehensive volume of 26 essays from a host of scholars explores the doctrine of justification from the lenses of history, the Bible, theology, and pastoral practice—revealing the enduring significance of this pillar of Protestant theology.

The series of works by Dr. Ryder Smith on various Bible doctrines is well known and widely used. Shortly before his death he completed the typescript of the last of them,The Bible Doctrine of the Hereafter, a volume which in its general approach resembles its predecessors and in its qualities of careful scholarship and balanced judgment is worthy of a place beside them. What does the Bible say about the future of mankind and of the individual? the question cannot be adequately answered in simple terms; and to Understand The wide range of Biblical teaching it is necessary to go outside the Bible To The vitally important literature of the inter-testamental period. Dr. Ryder Smith surveys the evidence of the Old and New Testaments And The Apocrypha; and in his discussion of New Testament teaching he takes account of the extracanonical Apocalyptic literature, showing both the historical background And The distinctive character of the New Testament message. This is a substantial work, which will be of great value To The serious student.

Using the method of intertextuality, Adrian Leske has traced the growth of the prophetic vision from Amos to the Exile, demonstrating how, after the Exile, the dominant influence on that vision down to the time of Jesus is the positive and new message of Deutero-Isaiah. With opposition from the Zadokite priesthood, and exploitation from foreign rulers, the prophetic and Levite communities find refuge in Upper Galilee and surrounding areas. Using the Gospel of Matthew, the most Jewish of the Gospels, Leske demonstrates how that vision impacted the teaching of Jesus to these communities and how he perceived his mission as the Servant/Son of man. Understanding this prophetic vision and the Jewish nature of Matthew’s Gospel brings new insights to Matthean Christology, as well as the authorship and date of that Gospel in relation to the other Gospels.

The study of God’s covenants – and understanding their everlasting nature – is one of the essential keys to unlocking Scripture. James R. Ward explores the Bible in rich detail in this book. Whether you are just beginning to study God’s word or are a seasoned student, his insights will help you understand sacred history. In straightforward language, the author answers questions such as: • Why has God chosen to interact with us via promises and covenants? • What can we learn from God’s covenant with Noah? • What other important covenants can we find in the Bible – and what do they mean? For many people these days, the Bible is irrelevant. For others, it contains meaningful stories, poetry, prophecy, and directives that enlighten us, guide us, and direct us back to God. However, without a road map, it’s easy to misinterpret the signs and directives along the way. Get the guidance you need to walk closer to the Lord and fully understand and embrace His promises with Everlasting Covenants.