From Pentecost to Patmos, 2nd Edition: An Introduction to Acts through Revelation

by Craig L. Blomberg, Darlene M. Seal

Overview

Pairing depth of scholarship with contemporary application, the authors of From Pentecost to Patmos have produced a unique introductory New Testament textbook. Craig Blomberg and Darlene Seal provide the context and clarity that readers need to better understand Acts through Revelation, showcasing the historical, linguistic, and theological implications found in each book. This second edition includes expanded footnotes and a lengthier, up-to-date introduction to Paul. Newly added review questions, maps, and diagrams enhance the scholarship and make the resource truly user-friendly.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781535940429
Publisher:	B&H Publishing Group
Publication date:	07/01/2021
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	880
File size:	16 MB
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Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Craig L. Blomberg is distinguished professor of New Testament at Denver Seminary and holds a Ph.D. in New Testament from Aberdeen University in Scotland. His previous books include Jesus and the Gospels and the New American Commentary volume on the book of Matthew.

Table of Contents

Abbreviations xi

Acknowledgments xvii

Introduction 1

Part 1 The Acts of the Apostles

1 Acts: The Gospel Moves Out 9

Part 2 Paul and His Letters

The Epistles and Revelation 109

2 Paul: Life and Ministry 111

3 Galatians: The Charter of Christian Liberty 169

4 The Thessalonian Correspondence: A Balanced View of Christ's Return 203

1 Thessalonians: Christ Is Coming Soon 203

2 Thessalonians: But Not That Soon! 219

5 The Corinthian Correspondence: Countering Compromise with the Culture 235

1 Corinthians: Internal Immaturity and External Hellenizing Threats 235

2 Corinthians: Increasing Maturity but Infiltrating Judaizing Threats 295

6 Romans: The Most Systematic Exposition of Paul's Gospel 335

7 The Prison Epistles: General Introduction 393

Philemon: A Christian Response to an Estranged Slave 397

Colossians: Christ as Lord of the Cosmos and the Church 413

Ephesians: Unity in Diversity of Messiahs New Creation as a Witness to the "Powers" 439

Philippians: Joyful Imitation of Christ's Humility 471

8 The Pastoral Epistles: General Introduction 499

Titus: Doing Good in the Church and Society 511

1 Timothy: How to Pastor a Church and Turn It Away from Error 523

2 Timothy: Pass It On 551

Part 3 Other New Testament Writings

9 The Epistle of James: "Faith without Works Is Dead" 567

10 The Epistle to the Hebrews: Hold Fast to Jesus, God's Son and High Priest 599

11 1 Peter: Perseverance despite Persecution 647

12 The Epistle of Jude: "Contend for the Faith" 679

13 2 Peter: "Where Is the Promise of His Coming?" 697

14 The Epistles of John: The Tests of Life 713

1 John: Countering the Secessionists 713

2 John: The Secessionists Attack from Outside 731

3 John: The Secessionists Take Over Inside? 735

15 The Book of Revelation: God's Plans for Cosmic History 743

Subject Index 821

Name Index 833

Scripture Index 837

Interviews

Blomberg: Centennial, CO

Seal: Hamilton, Canada

Editorial Reviews

This revised edition is a wonderful introduction to Acts through Revelation. Blomberg and Seal present important background information, key theological issues, critical interaction with scholarship, and most of all, engaging discussions of the texts themselves. By focusing on the most relevant exegetical issues and key themes, they have produced a very helpful guide to understanding the texts while giving us a fascinating picture of the life of the first Christians. This is an excellent resource that lays a most valuable foundation to help students of Scripture become more informed and capable interpreters.” 
—Michelle Barnewall, associate professor of New Testament, Biola University
 
“The second edition of From Pentecost to Patmos is a welcome update of a solid volume of introduction to the New Testament. It is both an introduction in the technical sense as well as an overview of the content of the New Testament, updated with the latest discussion about those texts. Well done!”
—Darrell L. Bock, executive director of cultural engagement and senior research professor of New Testament studies, Dallas Theological Seminary
 
“This new edition of From Pentecost to Patmos, now co-authored by Craig Blomberg with Darlene Seal, is a user-friendly introduction to the books of Acts to Revelation. It includes charts, maps, and questions for review after every major section, much as one would hope for from an introduction. But it also engages with the important critical questions in the field as well as in-depth literary and historical analysis through the text. This is a significant, user-friendly resource, engaging critical scholarship and providing pastoral reflection, a one-stop orientation to the world of the early church.”
—Mariam J. Kovalishyn, assistant professor of New Testament studies, Regent College
 
“Craig Blomberg’s scholarship on the Gospels and Parables has been a huge influence on my own scholarship. As far as I am concerned, any book by Blomberg is well worth reading. This new edition of From Pentecost to Patmos by Blomberg and Seal is no exception. The only New Testament courses that students are required to take in some college and seminary curricula are a semester or two of New Testament Introduction. Thus, it is imperative that these courses focus heavily on the content of New Testament books. From Pentecost to Patmos will serve students well by providing helpful introductions to each book from Acts to Revelation, followed by very thorough surveys that rival some shorter commentaries in length and engage the most recent scholarship. Their insightful applications make the text engaging and sometimes even convicting. Highly recommended!”
—Charles L. Quarles, research professor of New Testament and biblical theology, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
 
 “Where does one turn when you need more than a one-volume introduction to the entire New Testament, but individual volumes on Acts, Paul or the General Epistles are too much? This revised and expanded edition cements its role as the conservative introduction. It remains a marvel of covering so much ground in a deft but approachable style. All the essential topics are toured, all the beautiful places are visited, all the critical sites are explored. Blomberg is the expert guide trekking us through this part of the NT landscape.” 
—E. Randolph Richards, provost and professor of biblical studies, Palm Beach Atlantic University   
 
 “The second edition of From Pentecost to Patmos is a welcome updating of a book that was warmly received the first time around. The authors provide lucid and up to date discussions of Acts–Revelation that cover history, literary genre, structure, critical questions, content, and more! Professors and students will find that this text is well-suited to introduce them to writings that have changed the world.”
—Thomas R. Schreiner, James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation and professor of biblical theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
 
 “In this valuable second edition, Craig Blomberg, Darlene Seal, and Alicia Duprée give us clear writing, judicious commentary, helpful diagrams, and well-chosen and bang up-to-date references and bibliographies. Chapter by chapter, this book is well organized to introduce readers to key features of each of the New Testament books studied, as well as offering a valuable overview of Paul’s life and ministry. The authors are very familiar with the New Testament books themselves, as well as the scholarly discussion of those books. They give evangelical students a clear sense of the strengths and weaknesses of different scholarly views, plus a sense of the direction of the scholarly field. Readers of this book will be educated, illuminated, stimulated, and encouraged to reflect on the impact of these vital biblical texts today. This book deserves a wide readership in seminaries and universities.”
—Steve Walton, professor of New Testament, Trinity College, Bristol, UK
 
 
 
 
 
 

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