Related news
-
![]()
Acts 10 – Almsgiving as a Gentile Sacrifice?
Published: 18/02/2019In a previous post, I sided with the consensus view that there were God-fearing Gentiles in Synagogues in the first century, although I am hesitant to describe this as a semi-official class, nor do I ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
-
![]()
Tavis Bohlinger on choosing the life of the mind
Published: 18/02/2019Tavis Bohlinger posted this excellent reflection on choosing the life of the mind, highly relevant for scholars, doctoral students, and those considering doctoral study. He has kindly given me permiss ... Read moreSource: stevewalton.info -
![]()
Acts 10 – What is a “God-Fearing Gentile”?
Published: 17/02/2019Luke describes Cornelius as God-Fearing and devout. “Devout” (εὐσεβής, 10:2) indicates someone is devoted to a particular religion or god; a person who is “profoundly reverent” (BDAG), whether this is ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com
-
![]()
Acts 9:23-12:24 – Peter’s Ministry Outside Jerusalem
Published: 14/02/2019Saul’s conversion in the first part of this chapter is dramatic, but it will be many years before Saul’s missionary efforts are detailed by Luke. From 9:32 through chapter 12 Luke follows the story of ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
![]()
Acts 9 – Was Paul from a Wealthy Family?
Published: 13/02/2019In an earlier post I speculated on Paul’s access to wealth during his ministry. While Paul seems to be willing to live in whatever circumstances his mission require, that mission required a great dea ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
![]()
Acts 9 – Why did Paul Persecute the Jewish Christians?
Published: 13/02/2019Ekhard Schnabel asks this question in Paul the Missionary (44, cf. Early Christian Mission, 2:927-928). There are rally two questions here. First, what was the theological motive for Paul’s persecut ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com
-
![]()
Acts 8:1b-4 – Persecution Scatters the Disciples
Published: 11/02/2019This persecution is directly related to the death of Stephen in chapter 7. Since Stephen’s sermon was a statement of judgment against the leadership of Israel for their resistance to the Holy Spirit. ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
![]()
Book Review: Douglas Mangum and Josh Westbury, eds. Linguistics & Biblical Exegesis
Published: 11/02/2019Mangum, Douglas and Josh Westbury, eds. Linguistics & Biblical Exegesis. Lexham Methods Series 2; Lexham Press, 2016. 262 pp. $24.99 Link to Lexham Press The second volume of the Lexham Methods ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
![]()
Acts 6:9-14 – Responses to Stephen’s Preaching
Published: 7/02/2019Craig Keener asks an intriguing question in his section on the arrest of Stephen. The crowds at the Temple held Peter and the Twelve in “high esteem” as they taught daily at Solomon’s Porticio (Acts 5 ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com
-
![]()
Acts 6:11-15 – The Charges Against Stephen
Published: 7/02/2019Stephen is arrested on false charges and put on trial (Acts 6: 11-15). The false charges against Stephen concern his attitude toward the Law and the Temple. Luke is clear that these are false charges ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
![]()
Acts 5:34 – Gamaliel Defends the Disciples
Published: 5/02/2019Gamaliel is a well known figure in the first century. He was likely the grandson of the famous Hillel and is mentioned in the Mishnah. He was active after A.D. 25 and was reputed to have been a great ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
![]()
Book Review: James D. G. Dunn, Jesus according to the New Testament
Published: 5/02/2019Dunn, James D. G. Jesus according to the New Testament. Foreword by Rowan Williams. Grand Rapids, Mich.: Eerdmans, 2019. 211 pp. Pb; $20. Link to Eerdmans Dunn observes in his postscript to his ne ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com
-
![]()
New Principal for Trinity College, Bristol
Published: 5/02/2019I’m delighted to share this good news from my college, announced today. The Revd Dr Sean Doherty, Director of Studies and Assessment and Tutor in Ethics at St Mellitus College (https://www.stmel ... Read moreSource: stevewalton.info -
![]()
Acts 5 – Potential Background to Ananias and Sapphira
Published: 3/02/2019There are a wide variety of attempts to explain the very unusual story of Ananias and Sapphira. In his article on this chapter F. Scott Spencer lists a few of the many suggestions scholars have offere ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
![]()
Acts 5 – The Death of Ananias and Sapphira
Published: 2/02/2019Luke gives an ideal example: Joseph the Levite, also known as Barnabas (4:36) Barnabas is a significant figure in the book of Acts, introduced here as a member of the community at Jerusalem. Barnabas ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com
-
![]()
Logos “Free Book of the Month” for February 2019 – Mark Seifrid, Christ, Our Righteousness
Published: 1/02/2019Logos has an excellent book on offer for their Free Book of the Month. All three of the free and “almost free” books are part of the New Studies in Biblical Theology from InterVarsity Pres ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
![]()
Biblical Studies Carnival 155 (January 2019)
Published: 1/02/2019Jim West, the grand old veteran of Biblical Studies Carnivals, posted a fine collection of links at Zwinglius Redivivus. You can follow Jim on Twitter, @drjewest. Jim is off to attend the Zwingli Conf ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
![]()
A new book: Poverty in the Early Church and Today—A Conversation
Published: 1/02/2019I’m delighted to announce the publication of a new book which I’ve co-edited with Hannah Swithinbank of Tearfund, Poverty in the Early Church and Today—A ... Read moreSource: stevewalton.info
-
![]()
Logos Bible Software Upgrade Sale Ends Soon
Published: 31/01/2019In case you have not seen the announcements, Logos Bible Software released a major upgrade at the end of last year. I did a “first look” review of Logos 8 here. There are plenty of new features to jus ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com -
![]()
Understanding an Ancient Israelite Military Title
Published: 29/01/2019A handful of ancient Israelite inscriptions feature an enigmatic title that has been variously translated as “governor of the city” and “commander of the fortress.” Who was this figure? The post Under ... Read moreSource: www.biblicalarchaeology.org -
![]()
Acts 3 – A Healing at the Beautiful Gate
Published: 27/01/2019Peter healing a lame man is significant for several reasons. First, Jesus healed many crippled persons during his ministry, Mark 2:1-12 for example. Second, he was a well-known beggar who was crippled ... Read moreSource: readingacts.com
Related Hashtags
Most read
-
![]()
History Channel's 'President's At War' To Highlight Missouri S&T's John McManus
Source: news.stlpublicradio.org -
![]()
Effect of Intensive vs Standard Blood Pressure Control on Probable Dementia
Source: jamanetwork.com -
![]()
Lee Clow Announces Retirement and Looks Back on a Career That Helped Define Advertising
Source: www.adweek.com -
![]()
A Weak and Rambling President Declares a Fake National Emergency
Source: www.newyorker.com
FACEBOOK