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...
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.
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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...
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.
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Good, insightful and readable - Highly recommended
This little book by Dr Michael Gorman is one of the best books I have read about the apostle Paul and his letters. It is a short introduction to Pauline studies, and is not a textbook for the study of Paul's letters (largely because of its brevity). It is, however, a good book that adds values to a textbook, and is a great resource for anyone who finds the theology of Paul a bit overwhelming. Gorman's ability to deal with the complex theology of Paul is demonstrated by his summary of the apostle's thought in one long sentence in the first chapter of his book. It is a long sentence indeed, for it covers almost one entire page. Yet it is easy to understand and full of insight. Some may disagree with Gorman because he does not seem to fully embrace a traditional reading of Paul. Yet one cannot deny the fact that Dr Gorman seeks to be faithful to Paul's letters, and treats them as God's authoritative inspired revelation. Indeed, many would find Gorman's reading of Paul refreshing and exceedingly helpful. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to pastors, theological students and others who love Paul's letters.
