The Message of the General Epistles in the History of Redemption: Wisdom from James, Peter, John, and Jude - by Brandon D Crowe (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Considers the theological richness and practical implications of the New Testament General EpistlesJames, 12 Peter, 13 John, and Judewith particular sensitivity to their place in the flow of redemptive history.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>This volume considers the theological richness (indicative) and practical relevance (imperative) of the New Testament General Epistles--James, 1-2 Peter, 1-3 John, and Jude--within a redemptive-historical framework. Although not the most familiar portion of the New Testament, these letters have much to say about the call to discipleship in the twenty-first century. Part One ("Scallywags") focuses on 1 Peter. Here we see that Christ has accomplished salvation and that his life provides the pattern for faithful living in the face of worldly opposition. In Part Two ("Scoffers") the truth of 2 Peter and Jude is set in contrast to the destructive doctrines of scoffing false teachers. Part Three ("Schisms") reflects on the challenges of the Johannine letters that address who belongs to God's family. Finally, Part Four ("Wisdom") looks at the practical teaching of James in light of the teaching of Jesus.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>FOREWORD: "As I read through this book, I was struck by how relevant the General Epistles are to our own day. In these New Testament letters, warnings abound against heresies and against enticements to immorality. In the first century people rose up who claimed to be Christian but furnished various excuses for why it was all right to descend into immoralities. Excuses are still being manufactured today. We need a book like this one to remind us of principles of godliness. We need it all the more because some of the messages in the General Epistles are not only relevant, but unpopular, given the atmosphere in the mainstream of modern Western cultures."--Vern S. Poythress, Professor of New Testament, Westminster Theological Seminary; author, Redeeming Science: A God-Centered Approach<br><br>Peter, John, James, Jude-- important early church leaders who knew Jesus and wrote letters to churches. Why do we neglect them? This book uncovers the treasure hidden in these passed-over writings. In a survey that is terse and gripping, Brandon Crowe shows how in turbulent times not unlike ours, God furnished direction for his people and light for the world. The book's stress on God and Jesus reinforces the truth that the General Epistles, like all of Scripture, point beyond humans and their situations to the divine wisdom that is transforming the world--and can change our lives.--Robert W. Yarbrough, Professor of New Testament, Covenant Theological Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri, USA<br><br>Too often the letters at the end of the canon, which are often called the catholic epistles, are neglected. We ignore these letters to our peril, for they have an urgent message for the church today. Crowe faithfully expounds these letters in a brief and accessible manner. In unpacking the message of the catholic epistles he demonstrates how they are an essential part of the gospel message. Pastors, students, and all those interested in the message of the scriptures will benefit from this theologically faithful and pastorally applicable work.--Thomas R. Schreiner, James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation & Associate Dean, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky<br>
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