Beeke, Joel R. & Smalley, Paul
Description
The New Testament books of James through Jude—the General or Catholic Epistles—can be overlooked due to their brevity and location at the end of the canon. They contribute much, however, to our understanding of salvation and Christian living. In this accessible introduction for laypeople, pastors, and study group leaders, Professor Crowe explains the content of these letters and their implications for the church today.
Contents
Part 1: Scallywags
1. An Eternal Inheritance: Salvation in 1 Peter
2. Scallywags to the World, Beloved by God
Part 2: Scoffers
3. A Righteous Kingdom: Salvation in 2 Peter
4. Scuttling the Scoffers: Implications of Christ’s Return in 2 Peter
5. Keep Yourselves in the Love of God: The Message of Jude
Part 3: Schisms
6. This Is Love: Salvation in John’s Letters
7. That You May Know: Schisms and Assurance in John’s Letters
Part 4: Wisdom
8. The Wisdom of James
About the Author
Brandon D. Crowe (BA, Samford University; MDiv, Reformed Theological Seminary; PhD University of Edinburgh) is assistant professor of New Testament at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia.