Grant R. Osborne

A Handbook of New Testament Exegesis

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Among the many discussions of the interpretation of Scripture that have appeared lately, this is one of the best and most helpful. Concise and readable, it nevertheless interacts at a high level with the field of hermeneutics. This is a treasure trove of principles for the complex task of understanding Scripture. It covers the major aspects of Bible study and does so with a good explanation of the various nuances of interpretation, providing practical examples from the New Testament. It is a must-read for the serious student of the Word.”

A Theology of Luke and Acts

Theology

“This is an indispensable, comprehensive, yet readable work on the biblical world and thought behind Luke’s writings. It provides a critical resource for scholars, pastors, and Bible study teachers who want to understand the theological threads woven together by Luke into the tapestry of Luke–Acts. I highly recommend it to all serious Bible students. Bock provides us all with the rich, underlying theological depth of Luke’s masterworks, and I have not seen such thorough and yet clear coverage on this extremely important topic.”

Christian Mission

Evangelism & Missions

“We have needed a work that presents the development of Mission from Israel to the early church. These essays, written by leading scholars in both fields, admirably accomplish that goal. Here is a work that covers the field, presents missional roots as well as strategy, is very readable, and would serve as a fine textbook both for courses and personal study. I highly recommend this book.”

Essays on Revelation

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“The Book of Revelation is one of the most complex and puzzling books in the Bible. It demands clear, knowledgeable insight in order to make sense of it. These twelve Essays on Revelation provide just that clarity for the serious reader. These are must-read articles that will turn study of the book into an exceptional feast for every student.”

Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Mark”

First Theology

Theology

“For those who want a lucid, challenging and deeply thoughtful presentation of theology at its best, this is the book. Vanhoozer is a must-read for all who are searching for meaning in the current theological landscape.”

Handbook for Biblical Interpretation

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Hermeneutics has become a huge, difficult area in recent years, with a plethora of different methods, schools of thought, and divergent views on how it should be conducted. Tate's Handbook is an important resource for students and scholars who don't have time to keep up with the various movements and who find themselves confused by current shifts. It is an invaluable resource for serious biblical understanding.”

Hermeneutics

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“We have needed a book like this for some time. It not only traces the philosophical issues and major figures but does so concisely and readably. This is a must-read for college and seminary classes as well as for anyone who wants to be grounded in the theoretical issues behind the process of interpreting texts.”

John Verse by Verse

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“If I were teaching a course in college or seminary on creative writing, John's Gospel would be set alongside Shakespeare as models of brilliant characterization and plot.”

Listen, Understand, Obey

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Dr. Cockerill is one of the truly fine exegetes of our day, and his commentary on Hebrews is among the top three ever written. This Festschrift is a goldmine of fine material that will aid the cause of Christ for years to come. I look forward to using this work in my own writing and ministry.”

Solving the Samaritan Riddle

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“The debate over 'Baptism with the Spirit' and its connection with conversion is long-standing and divisive. It is in need of fresh eyes, and Zarley has provided that. I strongly recommend this book as an important new approach to this issue.”

The Church, Then and Now

Church Leadership & Ministry

“We are living in a time of crisis in worldwide Christianity, combining vituperative attacks and persecution in several hotspots with a diminution of vision and understanding on the part of the church itself. This book comes at a critical time and addresses these needs. It provides both an excellent study of the NT witness as to what a church should be and penetrating insight into what churches actually are and what they are facing in our time . . . a must-read for church leaders and laypeople alike.”

The Epistle to the Hebrews

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“We are living in an age of incredibly good evangelical commentaries. Gary Cockerill's Hebrews is among the best, a first-rate work that is both readable and very deep. The centrality of rhetorical analysis and structural concerns adds a lot to the value of this work, and his insights about the use of the Old Testament in understanding the book's message are extremely helpful. . . . Readers will gain a fine understanding of this incredibly important epistle and its place in the life of the church.”

The Final Days of Jesus

Theology

“The center point of history is the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Thus The Final Days of Jesus is an incredibly important work, for it enables us to see the full impact of the social and religious tension that lay behind Jesus’s death as well as the theological implications for us. This book is both well researched and well written and is must-reading for students of the Word and indeed for all who wish to understand more fully the God-led events that resulted in the cross.”

The Mirage Shall Become a Pool

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“A true biblical theology on social justice is desperately needed. There are few topics more emphasized in Scripture, and Hron's work aptly fills this need. This is a book for the church both to study and put into practice.”

The Synoptic Problem

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Few New Testament issues have garnered more reflection and debate over the last four centuries than the Synoptic Problem. We have long needed a fresh perspective that can make us see the situation more clearly and move the discussion to a new level. This volume provides that perspective. It sums up the state of the issue and provides a way forward for the future. I highly recommend it.”