A Model of Christian Maturity: An Exposition of 2 Corinthians 10-13 - Softcover

Carson, D A

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0801093953 ISBN 13: 9780801093951

Publisher: Baker Books, 2019

Synopsis

Bible scholar D. A. Carson unpacks 2 Corinthians 10-13, Paul's call for us to embrace discipline and obedience, as well as his thoughts on the nature of spiritual boasting and false leadership in the church. Through Paul we explore the struggles, opportunities, and intentions of a Christian under fire, journeying with him as he seeks to guide the Corinthian church and speak to us as well.

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About the Author

D. A. Carson (PhD, University of Cambridge) is emeritus professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois, and is the author or editor of more than fifty books, including The God Who Is There, Commentary on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament (coedited with G. K. Beale), and How Long, O Lord? He is a founding member of The Gospel Coalition and an active guest lecturer in academic and church settings around the world.

From the Back Cover

What does a mature Christian look like?

According to Bible scholar D. A. Carson, the mature Christian looks a lot like the apostle Paul, who strove for obedience and discipline even when it was difficult. In his exposition of 2 Corinthians 10-13, Dr. Carson unpacks such well-known passages as

- Paul's description of his thorn in the flesh
- an intense chronicle of his specific sufferings
- Paul's style of spiritual leadership
- warnings about false leadership within the church
- and more

Through Paul we explore the struggles, opportunities, and intentions of a Christian under fire, journeying with him as he seeks to guide the Corinthian church--and speak to us as well. Anyone with an influential or leadership role within the body of believers will find here a trustworthy model for their own spiritual development.


D. A. Carson (PhD, University of Cambridge) is research professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois, and is the author or editor of more than fifty books, including The God Who Is There and How Long, O Lord? He is one of the founders of The Gospel Coalition and an active guest lecturer in academic and church settings around the world.

Edition details

• Publisher: Baker Books
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0801093953
• ISBN 13: 9780801093951
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224