The Letters of John (Pillar New Testament Commentary Series)
Colin G KruseHardback 2000-07-21
Beneath the apparent simplicity of John's letters lie complexities that have generated endless debate. Kruse provides an excellent exposition for teachers, pastors, students and general readers seeking clear insights for Christian living
This Pillar commentary seeks to clearly explain the meaning of John's letters to teachers, pastors, and general readers looking for a reliable resource for personal study. Colin Kruse introduces the important issues involved in interpreting the Johannine letters, gives verse-by-verse comments, and provides extensive discussion of John's major theological themes, including the real humanity of Christ, atonement, the role of the Spirit, Christian assurance, the meaning of koinonia, Christian love, and eternal life.
Designed both for serious students and for general readers of the Bible, the PILLAR NEW TESTAMENT COMMENTARY volumes seek to make clear the meaning of the text of Scripture as we have it. The scholars writing these volumes interact with the most important, informed contemporary debate yet avoid undue technical detail. Their ideal is a blend of rigorous exegesis and exposition, scholarship and pastoral sensitivity, with an eye alert both to biblical theology and to the contemporary relevance of the Bible.
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The letters of John in the New Testament have generated a minefield of complexities among Christians for centuries. This commentary provides an exposition of the letters for teachers and pastors, with insight into their meaning.
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Beneath the apparent simplicity of John's letters lie complexities that have generated endless debate. Kruse provides an excellent exposition for teachers, pastors, students and general readers seeking clear insights for Christian living
This Pillar commentary seeks to clearly explain the meaning of John's letters to teachers, pastors, and general readers looking for a reliable resource for personal study. Colin Kruse introduces the important issues involved in interpreting the Johannine letters, gives verse-by-verse comments, and provides extensive discussion of John's major theological themes, including the real humanity of Christ, atonement, the role of the Spirit, Christian assurance, the meaning of koinonia, Christian love, and eternal life.
Designed both for serious students and for general readers of the Bible, the PILLAR NEW TESTAMENT COMMENTARY volumes seek to make clear the meaning of the text of Scripture as we have it. The scholars writing these volumes interact with the most important, informed contemporary debate yet avoid undue technical detail. Their ideal is a blend of rigorous exegesis and exposition, scholarship and pastoral sensitivity, with an eye alert both to biblical theology and to the contemporary relevance of the Bible.
-Publisher.
Publisher Description
The letters of John in the New Testament have generated a minefield of complexities among Christians for centuries. This commentary provides an exposition of the letters for teachers and pastors, with insight into their meaning.