Father, Son and Spirit (New Studies In Biblical Theology Series)
Scott R Swain, Andreas J KostenbergerPaperback 2008-03-21
The Fourth Gospel has been a rich resource for the Christian church in the development of its trinitarian doctrine of God. Surprisingly, however, few extended studies of its trinitarian theology are available.In this new contribution to the New Studies in Biblical Theology, Andreas J. Kostenberger and Scott R. Swain provide a thorough biblical survey and theological treatment of the three persons of the Godhead in John's Gospel--situating it within the context of Second Temple Jewish monotheism; synthesizing the Gospel's treatments of each Person of the Trinity; exploring the connections between its account of Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit and mission; and considering the significance of John's Gospel for the church's doctrine and practice.
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"While there have been recent, fine studies on aspects of John's doctrine of God, it is surprising that none summarizes and synthesizes what John has to say about God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. In order to fill this gap, Kostenberger and Swain offer a fresh examination of John's trinitarian vision." "Part One situates John's trinitarian teaching within the context of Second Temple Jewish monotheism. Part Two examines the Gospel narrative in order to trace the characterization of God as Father, Son and Spirit, followed by a brief synthesis. Part Three deals more fully with major trinitarian themes in the Fourth Gospel, including its account of Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and mission. A final chapter discusses the significance of John's Gospel for the church's doctrine of the Trinity, and a brief conclusion summarizes some practical implications." "For those who want to know what they ought to believe ... out of God's self-disclosure in Scripture, this book will be a stimulating delight' (D. A. Carson)."--BOOK JACKET.
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The Fourth Gospel has been a rich resource for the Christian church in the development of its trinitarian doctrine of God. Surprisingly, however, few extended studies of its trinitarian theology are available.In this new contribution to the New Studies in Biblical Theology, Andreas J. Kostenberger and Scott R. Swain provide a thorough biblical survey and theological treatment of the three persons of the Godhead in John's Gospel--situating it within the context of Second Temple Jewish monotheism; synthesizing the Gospel's treatments of each Person of the Trinity; exploring the connections between its account of Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit and mission; and considering the significance of John's Gospel for the church's doctrine and practice.
-Publisher.
Publisher Description
"While there have been recent, fine studies on aspects of John's doctrine of God, it is surprising that none summarizes and synthesizes what John has to say about God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. In order to fill this gap, Kostenberger and Swain offer a fresh examination of John's trinitarian vision." "Part One situates John's trinitarian teaching within the context of Second Temple Jewish monotheism. Part Two examines the Gospel narrative in order to trace the characterization of God as Father, Son and Spirit, followed by a brief synthesis. Part Three deals more fully with major trinitarian themes in the Fourth Gospel, including its account of Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and mission. A final chapter discusses the significance of John's Gospel for the church's doctrine of the Trinity, and a brief conclusion summarizes some practical implications." "For those who want to know what they ought to believe ... out of God's self-disclosure in Scripture, this book will be a stimulating delight' (D. A. Carson)."--BOOK JACKET.