Charles L. Quarles

Can We Recover the Original Text of the New Testament?

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“New Testament textual criticism is a complex discipline and scholars have rarely succeeded in explaining it clearly to those who are not specialists in the field of biblical studies. This brief volume, written by accomplished representatives of several of the major approaches, is clear, interesting, accessible, and edifying.”

Changing the Goalpost of New Testament Textual Criticism

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“The great pioneers of the field of New Testament textual criticism sometimes differed in method but agreed on the goal of the discipline—restoring the original text of the New Testament. Changing the Goalpost shows that some modern textual critics have abandoned this historic quest as unattainable and rightly urges a return to the traditional goal for the sake of both the academy and the church.”

Engaging the New Testament

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Professors can no longer assume that students in a New Testament introduction course have the background necessary to understand the leading introductory textbooks. Echevarría’s succinct overviews will help students digest the message of each New Testament book and will give those who are not familiar with the content of the New Testament a helpful jumpstart in their studies.”

Exegetical Gems from Biblical Greek

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Don't be misled by the title. These are not random gems rolling around loosely in a jewelry box drawer. These brilliant gems have been carefully selected, ordered, and strung on a gold chain. Merkle thoroughly treats exegetically significant examples of the major grammatical categories covered in biblical Greek, following the order in which most students learn them. His explanations are clear, and his exegesis is insightful. This book is a very valuable guide for any student learning or relearning Greek.”

Handbook on Acts and Paul's Letters

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Some commentaries are so chock-full of detailed treatment of minute exegetical issues that it is easy to miss the forest for the trees. Others are so superficial that they say little that is not already obvious from a casual reading of the Scripture. Schreiner's Handbook strikes a proper balance between the two extremes. The fruit of his years of careful scholarly study in Paul's Letters is hanging on low limbs where it is easy to pick and enjoy. This handbook will serve as a perfect introduction to the content of Acts and Paul's Letters or as a helpful review after plodding through multiple lengthier commentaries.”

Metánoia (Repentance): A Major Theme of the Gospel of Matthew

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Lee persuasively argues that the concept of repentance is far more important to the Gospel of Matthew than most previous studies indicate. I hope that his book will be widely read and will influence scholars to devote more attention to this neglected emphasis of the Gospel.”

Paul, Apostle of God's Glory in Christ

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“When I discovered that Schreiner was producing a second edition of his Paul, Apostle of God's Glory in Christ, my first thought was I hope he doesn't change it much. The first edition has been my favorite Pauline theology since it appeared almost twenty years ago. I am pleased to see that the new edition has only improved it by offering some helpful clarifications and updating the bibliography. For readers who want a warmly evangelical, extensive summary of Pauline theology that is based on sensible exegesis, interacts judiciously with the major currents in Pauline study, addresses the practical needs of the modern church, and is written by someone who obviously shares Paul's captivation with Christ's great glory, Schreiner's work remains the best choice.”

The Final Days of Jesus

Theology

“Ninety-eight percent of the students entering a particular Christian college last year claimed to be Christians. Yet twenty-five percent did not know that Christianity affirms that Jesus literally rose from the dead! What better way to rediscover this truth than to walk alongside the Savior during his final days and moments? Köstenberger and Taylor guide us on our pilgrimage, and they are outstanding guides. More than anything else, they remind us that Jesus final days are not really the end.”

The Serpent in Samuel

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Verrett has written a detailed defense of an intriguing thesis. He has provided a helpful overview of recent scholarship on the serpent motif in Scripture, both carefully critiquing and often potentially reinforcing the theory.”