The Horizon of Faith
Encountering the Gospel of John
- Biblical Studies & Commentaries
- Publisher: Resource Publications (Wipf and Stock)
- Published: 2025
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Publisher's Description
Ever been struck by the distinctiveness of John’s Gospel in comparison to the other Gospels? Ever wondered what might be discovered if the entire Gospel was read or digested without long gaps between passages? Enjoy finding connections between different parts of a text? If the answer to these questions is “yes,” or for those who are naturally inquisitive and explorative, then this book is for such readers. John’s Gospel is dynamic, sharp, and subtle, both containing beautiful connections between its different parts and consistently developing threads of theological interest. This book focuses on five such threads in particular, considering what the Gospel has to say about origin and destination, about place and time, about participation and the nature of God, about journeying, and about what is yet to unfold. It explores the rich connectedness within the Gospel, and its relation to some important life questions, from the perspective of a priest, theologian, and preacher who has found a deep intrigue for this Gospel in particular—an intrigue noted by others who encouraged him to share this with a wider audience.
Endorsements (4)
“The Horizon of Faith is a refreshing take on John’s Gospel. Fresh, insightful and accessible, this book is the perfect companion for those who love the Gospels. If you want to go deeper, this book will take you there.”
“This book is a wonderful impulse for one’s own further thinking, for general and deep questions about Christian life, also in contemporary times—and in a way that is not as unfortunately pressing or tendential as many other publications. There could be a need and a gap in the German market exactly for personal, academically based, and exegetically answerable literature that is not overloaded with methodology, didactics, and specialists’ details—especially commenting on St. John’s Gospel! Interested and—in the best sense—pious readers could find here exactly the insight and impulses they are looking for.”
“This is a distinctive work in which we encounter a unique perspective on St. John’s Gospel that transcends the format of a traditional commentary. The author, who is both a scientist and priest, offers a deeply personal meditation that bridges the spiritual and scientific realms, a perspective especially relevant in our modern era. This volume will be accessible and at times gently challenging for a diverse readership—from those simply wishing a basic insight into the distinctive themes of the gospel to preachers seeking fresh starting points for homiletic preparation. The author’s scientific background brings an added dimension to the work, opening up ideas related to the cosmic dimension of the Christ of John’s Gospel. The timing of this publication holds special significance in this year when we mark the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea as Dr. Krauss considers at many points how this New Testament writing was key to shaping the Church’s later doctrines of the Incarnation and the Trinity.”
“A stimulating introduction to the richness of theology in John. The Gospel according to John is a fascinating piece of literature, so theologically rich and challenging that new perspectives and insights will continue to enrich our reading and understanding of ‘the light that shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it’ (John 1:5). In The Horizon of Faith: Rediscovering the Gospel of John, Andrew Krauss has given us a short but very stimulating introduction to the world of John’s theological universe. He has a fresh and stimulating capacity to sort out and follow some important threads as they develop through the gospel and also to open up to a wider understanding of the background in the Old Testament world, as well as appreciating the seeds for the later process of doctrinal development, especially given John’s ‘high’ Christology and view of the Trinity. This is very important as the church celebrates the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea in 325. There is also a basic pastoral tone in his presentation, opening up possibilities both for stimulating conversations and for preaching. Helping us in seeking the truth, he concludes with some noteworthy reflections on the tension and ambiguity in John’s Gospel, focusing on the tension between a limited and an universal understanding of salvation, and reflecting on these tensions as part of our maturing as followers of Christ.”
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