Colossians & Philemon (IVP New Testament Commentary Series) - Hardcover

Book 12 of 20: The IVP New Testament Commentary

Wall, Robert W.

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9780830818129: Colossians & Philemon (IVP New Testament Commentary Series)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 083081812X ISBN 13: 9780830818129
Publisher: IVP Academic, 1993

Synopsis

To the Colossians, preoccupied with legal codes and intellectual disputes, Paul wrote a letter stressing not only the centrality of Christ but also the need for Christians to live out their faith in genuine community. Paul's antidote to a privatized and intellectualized faith will provide relief to many Christians today. To Philemon, a powerful church leader, Paul wrote a strong personal letter asking him to embark on a new relationship with his slave Onesimus. Drawing on insights from Scott Bartchy, Robert Wall argues that the issue had more to do with power relationships than with slavery. As a model for conflict resolution and mutual relations within the Christian community Paul's letter has much to offer the church today. In this careful study of Colossians and Philemon, readers will find introductions that discuss the letter's occasion and purpose, authorship, and other background information, as well as important theological themes. Passage-by-passage commentaries follow that seek to explain what each letter means for us today as well as what it meant for its original hearers. Students, pastors, Bible teachers and everyone who wants to understand Paul's message for the church will benefit from this excellent resource.

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About the Author

Wall (Th.D., Dallas Theological Seminary) is professor of biblical studies at Seattle Pacific University in Seattle, Washington. He is also the author of Revelation in the New International Biblical Commentary series (HendricClousekson Publishers).

Review

"Here . . . is a valuable new commentary on Colossians and Philemon, marked by theological depth and practicality. Robert Wall regularly makes astute observations on the text and pertinent applications to modern church life where the message of this letter needs to be heard and heeded. I heartily recommend this commentary." (Greg Goswell, New Life, March 18, 2011)

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Publisher
IVP Academic
Publication date
1993
Language
English
ISBN 10 
083081812X
ISBN 13 
9780830818129
Binding
Hardcover
Edition number
1
Number of pages
225
Rating
  • 4.17 out of 5 stars
    6 ratings by Goodreads

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