Understanding the Times

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CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY

On the Occasion of His 65th Birthday

Understanding the T i m e s NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES IN THE

21ST CENTURY

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“A remarkable series of studies in honor of a remarkable man. Carson’s influence has been extraordinary, and this book explores a number of his particular interests with great skill.” SIMON J. GATHERCOLE, Senior Lecturer in New Testament, The University of Cambridge; editor, Journal for the Study of the New Testament

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“This lively book of essays represents a fitting tribute to the life of Don Carson, one of the liveliest and most learned biblical scholars of our time. It will only suit its honoree, however, if it leads its varied readers to the Scriptures he has studied for so long, increasing devotion and fidelity to the gospel they proclaim.” DOUGLAS A. SWEENEY, Professor of Church History and the History of Christian Thought, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School; Director, Carl F. H. Henry Center for Theological Understanding

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“D. A. Carson is a biblical scholar of the highest caliber, a preacher and evangelist of renown, and a theologian of unswerving commitment to the gospel. This book is a snapshot of issues in the international New Testament scene as it stands today. This erudite collection of essays is rightly dedicated to one who has committed his life to serving the global church.” MICHAEL F. BIR D, Lecturer in Theological Studies, Crossway College, Brisbane, Australia

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ROBERT W. YARBROUGH (DPhil, University of Aberdeen) is professor of New Testament at Covenant Theological Seminary after serving for many years as chair of the New Testament Department at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is the author of several books, including Encountering the New Testament (coauthored with Walter A. Elwell).

“Don Carson is one of the most productive and capable evangelical scholars in the English-speaking world, and this volume by former students and teaching colleagues reflects the breadth of his interests and especially his concern for the development of biblical studies in a global context. This solid volume thus offers not only a worthy tribute to its honoree but also valuable assessments of the state of New Testament scholarship worldwide.” I. HOWAR D MAR SHALL, Professor Emeritus of New Testament, University of Aberdeen, Scotland

ESSAYS IN HONOR OF D. A. CARSON

ANDREAS J. KÖSTENBERGER (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is professor of New Testament at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, editor of the Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, and author of numerous books and articles in the field of New Testament studies.

ESSAYS IN HONOR OF D. A. CARSON

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ANDREAS J. KÖSTENBERGER AND ROBERT W. YARBROUGH

First Chronicles speaks of “men who had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do.” In our rapidly changing, postmodern culture, we desperately need Christian leaders who understand the times and can guide us in our work as the body of Christ. D. A. Carson is such a man. Renowned as a gifted speaker, writer, theologian, and pastor, Carson has written extensively and persuasively on a wide range of topics, particularly in the field of New Testament studies. He has taught for over thirty years at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, where he has influenced many students, a large number of whom have become pastors or scholars themselves. In appreciation of Carson’s lifework, editors Andreas J. Köstenberger and Robert W. Yarbrough have assembled a team of his former students and colleagues to produce this volume of essays on contemporary New Testament studies. The book explores New Testament studies as they relate to special topics and ancillary disciplines, and it surveys the state of New Testament scholarship around the world. Readers will benefit not only from the example of Carson, as one who understands our times, but also from the high quality of essays produced for this volume.


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