The Voices of the New Testament: Invitation to a Biblical Roundtable

Tidball, Derek

ISBN 10: 0830851488 / ISBN 13: 9780830851485

Published by IVP Academic, 2016

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Synopsis:

What if the writers of the New Testament sat down to talk?What might Paul and James have to say each other about the role of works in the Christian life? What would Peter think of John?s extensive pictures of judgment in Revelation? Would Mark or Mathew take issue with John for not adequately emphasizing the kingdom of God in his gospel?Derek Tidball imagines just such a conversation. Luke, Paul, Peter and all the others sit around a table and discuss both their distinctive emphases and their common ideas. The New Testament is not a systematic textbook in theology and doesn?t seem concerned to present itself as such. While the New Testament writers are clearly all focused on the story and significance of Jesus, the New Testament itself is a collection of twenty-seven books written by at least nine different authors and addressed to individuals or groups in several different locations over a number of decades. This offers a challenge for discovering coherence in their writings without imposing a false synthesis.Yet this variety adds richness to our understanding of the Christian faith and its fundamental beliefs. The result of eavesdropping on their discussion is a fascinating introduction to the diversity and unity of the New Testament.

Review: "Imagine attending a panel discussion on New Testament theology. Derek Tidball invites us to imagine that the panelists are the writers of the New Testament. Instead of a theology volume with a section on, for example, the sinlessness of Christ, we have a discussion by New Testament writers on the subject. Can such an artificial scenario really help? Yes, I think it can. This is not novel theology but well-vetted theology presented in a fresh, novel way. In the end it may be less artificial, less speculative than many traditional New Testament theologies. My students will find it more accessible and certainly more engaging."--E. Randolph Richards, dean and professor of biblical studies, Palm Beach Atlantic University

"Are you tired of seeing your students' eyes glaze over when you teach theological method? Do you long for a creative resource that helps your students discern the difference between systematic theology and the theological content of the New Testament? Would you appreciate a fresh approach to introducing biblical theology that takes seriously the different voices within Scripture while at the same time values coherence? Get this book. Derek Tidball has done a great service to the academy and the church by organizing an imaginative conversation between the heroes of our faith, helping us celebrate the theological diversity and unity of the New Testament. A joy to read."--Rodney Reeves, dean and Redford Professor of Biblical Studies, Southwest Baptist University

"Derek Tidball has achieved something few have successfully attempted. He has written a theological overview of the New Testament that maintains both its unity and diversity. But here and this is key his approach is completely innovative: we get to listen in as a 'seminar leader' directs a conversation on the major themes of the New Testament. And his conversation partners are none other than the writers of the New Testament! A question is launched So what about Jesus as Son of God? and suddenly we can listen to Luke, Mark, John, Paul, and others weigh in from their distinctive perspectives. The approach is at once richly entertaining and deeply insightful. This book is a masterpiece written by a highly skilled teacher and theologian and it will win high praise from students and teachers alike."--Gary Burge, professor of New Testament, Wheaton College, author of Mapping Your Academic Career"

"Derek Tidball has successfully achieved something few have attempted. He has written a theological overview of the New Testament that maintains both its unity and diversity. But here--and this is key--his approach is completely innovative: we get to listen in as a 'seminar leader' directs a conversation on the major themes of the New Testament. And his conversation partners are none other than the writers of the New Testament! A question is launched--So what about Jesus as Son of God?--and suddenly we can listen to Luke, Mark, John, Paul, and others weigh in from their distinctive perspectives. The approach is at once richly entertaining and deeply insightful. This book is a masterpiece written by a highly skilled teacher and theologian and it will win high praise from students and teachers alike."--Gary Burge, professor of New Testament, Wheaton College, author of Mapping Your Academic Career

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Voices of the New Testament: Invitation ...
Publisher: IVP Academic
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good