Paul Foster

The Gospel and the Gospels

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This is a book with a bold thesis. It argues that the four gospels of the New Testament—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—are theologically distinctive from other early Christian gospels in that they alone present the full message of Jesus’s teaching, death, and resurrection, which are elements that are understood to be central to salvation. The case is prosecuted with great care, and all the relevant sources are meticulously sifted. The book’s argument will be hotly debated, and it must be read by anybody with a serious interest in the gospels and the message of Jesus.”

The Vision of Ephesians

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This immensely rich book takes readers deep into the heart of the vision of Ephesians. That vision is of a united and holy church, called to worship God and to engage in the divine mission of transforming humanity into recipients of the fullness of life. Tom Wright draws upon his many years studying the writings of Paul to offer a beautifully crafted study of Ephesians, replete with penetrating insights that will enrich the mind, the heart, and the spirit.”

Trust in Atonement

Theology

“In this stunning book, Teresa Morgan refuses to be constrained by the narrowness of academic analysis alone. Through a penetrating examination of the connection between trust and atonement, this study illuminates how the relationship between humans and God is put right and considers the implications for interpersonal relationships. It offers rich insights into what it means to forgive and to trust, and how one then enacts restorative justice. This is a book that must be read—and more than that, acted upon—in order to build a fairer and more compassionate society that is renewed in the image and love of God.”

Unimaginable

Christian Living

“Unimaginable is one of those rare books that successfully combines cutting-edge scholarship on the origins of Christianity with meaningful and thought-provoking reflections on the place of religion in the contemporary world. In a bold way, Johnston presents the strong and unflinching case that in terms of ethics, social values, and human equality the world is a better place because of the contributions of Christianity.”

Unleashing Peace

Christian Living

“The potential of this book to transform faith communities, wider society, and the world as a whole is enormous. If readers embrace the deep theological insights it contains, they will not only experience the deep peace of God, but also be able to bring that peace to others.”

Vox Petri

Theology

“Peter, the Galilean fisherman, the rock, the denier of Jesus, the first among the apostles, is described on many occasions in the New Testament, but his own voice appears silent. In this landmark study, Gene Green argues that is not the case. Rather, he suggests that we have not listened attentively enough in order to hear the voice of Peter in the New Testament. Instead, Green argues that the voice of Peter can still be heard behind the Gospel of Mark, in the speeches attributed to him in Acts, and in the letter that bears his name—1 Peter. With meticulous attentive listening, Green seeks to hear the genuine voice of Peter and to present an integrated understanding of the theology of Peter. In this manner, this book challenges long-held assumptions about New Testament documents, the recoverability of the authentic Peter, and the history of earliest Christianity. As such, it will occasion rich debate and stimulate further study in the quest to hear again the voice of the real Peter, the first among the disciples of the Lord.”