15 New Testament Words of Life, Nijay K. Gupta
15 New Testament Words of Life, Nijay K. Gupta
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15 New Testament Words of Life
A New Testament Theology for Real Life

Author: Nijay K. Gupta, Paula Gooder

Narrator: Jakob Lewis, Jude Mason

Unabridged: 7 hr 56 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/13/2022

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

Biblical scholar Nijay Gupta explores in-depth some of the most important New Testament words, including: Righteousness, Grace, Fellowship, Holiness, Witness, and Love.These are familiar terms in the Christian vocabulary, but many of us don't know their original background and theological importance and how they can be life-giving for Christian faith and life today. To access the deep meaning of these words in the theological vocabulary of the New Testament writers, Gupta discusses each word within a key text and interprets it in three contexts:Canonical—how the New Testament is grounded in the OldLiterary—the meaning developed within the key textHistorical—the Jewish and Greco-Roman world of the first century
With Gupta's skilled guidance, readers will find their engagement with the New Testament revitalized as they begin to understand how these inspiring ancient words can still be captivating, thought-provoking, and worldview-shaping words for real life today."While the New Testament is full of depth and complexity, its most important ideas have a profound simplicity to them. In this collection of word studies, Nijay Gupta explores foundational themes in New Testament theology, but in a very accessible way. If you're looking to deepen your understanding of some of the most essential concepts in Christian belief, this book is for you!" —TIM MACKIE, cofounder of the Bible Project"Nijay Gupta has provided the church and its pastors with a remarkable resource. Wearing his deep learning lightly, he winsomely portrays how the New Testament writers draw on the Old Testament to theologize in ways that are immensely hopeful and intensely practical. A book like this is just what the church needs today—a rich biblical theology that speaks words of life to the lives of the people of God in our increasingly fraught and complex world." —DERWIN L. GRAY, Cofounder and lead pastor of Transformation Church, author of How to Heal Our Racial DivideBible references, suggested reading, and a bibliography are included in the audiobook companion PDF download.

About Nijay K. Gupta

Nijay K. Gupta (PhD, University of Durham) is professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He is the author of several academic books including 1-2 Thessalonians (ZCINT), Paul and the Language of Faith, 15 New Testament Words of Life and has published commentaries on Colossians, Philippians, and Galatians. He is co-editor of The State of New Testament Studies and the second edition of Dictionary of Paul and His Letters.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Tolivar on May 05, 2023

This is the best New Testament theology for both the laymen and the pastor that I have read. Easy to read, redemptive historical, and useful for helping to get to the core of the Bible. A great read!......more

Goodreads review by Chris on November 05, 2022

A unique approach to New Testament theology In this very accessible book, Gupta provides a thoughtful approach to understanding the overall message of the New Testament by choosing a key word from most of the books in the New Testament and expounding on them. Filled with modern parallels like Star W......more

Goodreads review by Joel on October 18, 2022

Enjoyably-written, pastorally-sensitive, generous and robust theology in the form of thematic word studies. A great format and a very approachable book. Full written review forthcoming for Englewood Review of Books.........more

Goodreads review by Kirsten on December 01, 2022

First time reading this author - he's excellent. Will be referencing this book in the future.......more

Goodreads review by Becky on February 01, 2023

Nijay Gupta takes readers on a word study of 15 words that are key theological ideas in the Bible. For each one he looks at some Old Testament usages, and then focuses on 1 key New Testament book in which the word features prominently. He looks at what the word meant for believers at that time and t......more