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{"id":7205170806975,"title":"People's Bible Commentary: A Bible commentary for every day - Acts","handle":"peoples-bible-commentary-a-bible-commentary-for-every-day","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital eBook Only - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eActs is the story of the birth of the church and the beginnings of its journey around the world. The author, Luke, traces this journey from an upstairs room in Jerusalem\u003cbr\u003ethrough the travels of individual disciples across the Mediterranean world, spreading the gospel wherever they go. It is also the story of the journey of faith; ‘the Way’, as Luke describes it. As we read, we share the excitement of those first Christians in finding that God is ‘out there’, waiting to meet us on our journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRevd Canon Professor Loveday Alexander is emeritus\u003cbr\u003eprofessor of biblical studies at the University of Sheffield,\u003cbr\u003evisiting professor at University of Chester and canon\u003cbr\u003etheologian at Chester Cathedral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the series\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe People's Bible Commentary covers the whole Bible with an approach that presents scholarly insights in straightforward terms, aiming to instruct the head but also to warm the heart, and pointing to how the truths received can be applied personally. It is a valuable resource for all who regularly preach scripture, for those wanting to venture deeper into personal Bible reading, and for study group leaders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransforming Ministry Spring 2023. Review by Alice Burdett\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegantly written commentary, from a leading New Testament scholar, is highly recommended. There is a thoughtful introduction which provides a useful and comprehensive context, without overwhelming the reader with academic detail – although the author is clearly familiar with all relevant research and viewpoints. Thus, Professor Alexander provides Greek translations only when these illuminate the original meaning. Her deep knowledge of the text, and of the Bible generally, means she can provide an interesting and original insight for nearly every passage. To provide but one example, the shipwreck narrative of Acts Chapter 27 is beautifully amplified by cross references and allusions to the Book of Jonah and Psalm 107, while also emphasising Paul’s sacramental role during the journey. This commentary therefore enables all readers to understand the structure and purpose of Acts, the character of Luke its author, but above all the nature of the very early Church, the complexity of the first century Roman Empire, and the varied philosophies of the Mediterranean world. It is ideal for ministers who need a reliable guide for preaching and for Bible study groups, for there are points for reflection or prayer pointers after every periscope. 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The author, Luke, traces this journey from an upstairs room in Jerusalem\u003cbr\u003ethrough the travels of individual disciples across the Mediterranean world, spreading the gospel wherever they go. It is also the story of the journey of faith; ‘the Way’, as Luke describes it. As we read, we share the excitement of those first Christians in finding that God is ‘out there’, waiting to meet us on our journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRevd Canon Professor Loveday Alexander is emeritus\u003cbr\u003eprofessor of biblical studies at the University of Sheffield,\u003cbr\u003evisiting professor at University of Chester and canon\u003cbr\u003etheologian at Chester Cathedral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the series\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe People's Bible Commentary covers the whole Bible with an approach that presents scholarly insights in straightforward terms, aiming to instruct the head but also to warm the heart, and pointing to how the truths received can be applied personally. 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To provide but one example, the shipwreck narrative of Acts Chapter 27 is beautifully amplified by cross references and allusions to the Book of Jonah and Psalm 107, while also emphasising Paul’s sacramental role during the journey. This commentary therefore enables all readers to understand the structure and purpose of Acts, the character of Luke its author, but above all the nature of the very early Church, the complexity of the first century Roman Empire, and the varied philosophies of the Mediterranean world. It is ideal for ministers who need a reliable guide for preaching and for Bible study groups, for there are points for reflection or prayer pointers after every periscope. Each reader cannot fail to gain in understanding how the Good News was proclaimed in those first exciting decades after the resurrection of our Lord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Alice Burdett\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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