Following Jesus Biblical Reflections on Discipleship
Following Jesus: Biblical Reflections on Discipleship by N. T. Wright is a thought-provoking exploration of key New Testament themes and messages. Published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing on July 30, 2014, this new edition features a fresh cover design and includes a preface where Wright reflects on the book’s origins and its ongoing relevance for believers. Spanning 138 pages, the book delves into the essential messages of six major New Testament texts, including Hebrews and Matthew, focusing on their portrayal of Jesus and the significance of his sacrificial death.
Readers will find a detailed examination of six pivotal themes, such as resurrection and new life, which are essential for understanding the Christian faith today. Wright’s reflections aim to connect these themes to the lives of contemporary disciples, emphasizing their importance in spiritual growth and Christian living. This edition serves as both a devotional and a resource for biblical meditation, inviting readers to engage deeply with the teachings of the New Testament and their implications for modern faith.
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Featuring a brand-new cover design, this edition of N. T. Wright s popular Following Jesus — first published in 1995 — includes a new preface in which Wright reflects on the book s origin and significance for him personally and on its continued relevance to believers even though our global context has changed.
Wright first outlines the essential messages of six major New Testament books — Hebrews, Colossians, Matthew, John, Mark, and Revelation — looking in particular at their portrayal of Jesus and what he accomplished in his sacrificial death. In the second part of the book Wright takes six key New Testament themes — resurrection, rebirth, temptation, hell, heaven, and new life in a new world — and considers their significance for the lives of present-day disciples.
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