Resources: New Testament Studies

An Introduction to the New Testament focuses on "special introduction" that is historical questions dealing with authorship, date, sources, purpose, destination, and the like. This approach stands in contrast to recent texts that concentrate more on literary form, rhetorical criticism, and historical parallels; topics the authors don't minimize, but instead think are better given extended treatment in exegesis courses. By refocusing on the essentials, this introduction ensures that the New Testament books will be accurately understood within historical settings. For each New Testament document, the authors also provide a substantial summary of that book's content, discuss the book's theological contribution to the overall canon, and give an account of current studies on that book, including recent literary and social-science approaches to interpretation. This second edition reflects significant revision and expansion from the original such as: a new chapter provides a historical survey examining Bible study method through the ages, the chapter on Paul has been expanded to include an analysis of debates on the "new perspective," and the discussion of New Testament epistles has been expanded to form a new chapter.

Comprehensive and accessible, this new edition of Lea's classic introduction features revised sections that examine the text of the New Testament and the synoptic problem. Includes updated outlines that reflect recent work on the discourse structure of some books and new bibilographies. Lea's easy-to-understand style is popular with students and seasoned scholars alike.

Goodacre attempts to prove the validity of the Farrer Theory (Mark is first; Matthew used Mark; Luke used both; no Q source exists) by using logic and scripture to support this theory. He begins by first describing the synoptic problem; second, justifying the need to study it; and third, defending this theory. He offers support for both Markan Priority and the nonexistence of the Q-source. Finally, he summarizes his reasoning for the validity of the Farrer Theory.  (Book Review)

This comprehensive evangelical text, relied on by students since its publication in 1974, is now revised and updated--sure to be even more helpful to you! This classic features two completely new chapters--one on the theology of each of the synoptic evangelists and the other on the issue of unity and diversity in the New Testament. It also includes expanded bibliographies and a brand new subject index.

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