Interpreting the Pauline Letters explores the components of narrative—setting, characterization, and plot—and develops the foremost theological themes in each of the books traditionally ascribed to Paul. John D. Harvey sets the task of exegesis within the literary context of first-century epistles and details major themes in Paul’s letters. The book goes beyond exegesis to discuss strategies for communicating the central truths of Paul’s first-century messages to a twenty-first-century audience. This practical and user-friendly guide includes a glossary of technical words and samples of moving from exegesis to proclamation.
An admirable exegetical primer.
—Richard Longenecker, professor of New Testament, McMaster Divinity College
This work provides an invaluable resource for anyone committed to understanding the apostle Paul in his own words. I highly recommend it to Christian colleges and seminaries alike.
—C. Marvin Pate, Elma Cobb Professor of Christian Theology, Ouachita Baptist Universtiy
This book will serve as a significant resource to all who wish to understand the New Testament more fully and expound it more effectively.
—Ralph Enlow, president, Association for Biblical Higher Education