Being Human in God's World

Being Human in God's WorldA Biblical Perspective on What It Means to Be Human This major work by a widely respected Old Testament scholar and theologian unpacks a biblical perspective on fundamental questions of what it means to be human. J. Gordon McConville explores how a biblical view of humanity provides a foundation for Christian reflection on ethics, economics, politics, and church life and practice. The book shows that the Old Testament's view of humanity as "earthed"

Interest in the historical Jesus continues to occupy much of today's discussion of the Bible

as well as four new appendixes addressing drugs

This volume addresses the most important issues related to the study of New Testament writings

which has received wide acclaim

The authors introduce essential biblical terms

Watson focuses on reading the gospels as a group rather than in isolation and explains that the fourfold gospel is greater than

ancient Jewish and Christian commentaries

art--helps us play our part in God's work in the world

"--Christian Century

a careful examination of Scripture reveals that the Messiah began his redemptive work just after the fall and will continue it to the end of the world

This edition

"passive righteousness" described the believer's response to God's grace