Apostle of Persuasion: Theology and Rhetoric in the Pauline Letters

by James W Thompson and James W. Thompson

This book is the culmination of a career of researching and teaching Paul's letters. Highly respected senior New Testament scholar James Thompson offers a unique approach to Pauline theology, focusing on Paul's attempts to persuade his audience toward moral formation. Thompson recognizes Paul as a pastor who brought together theology and rhetoric to encourage spiritual formation in his communities. Attempts to find total consistency in Paul's writings...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0801099722
• ISBN13: 9780801099724
• Release Date: May 2020
• Publisher: Baker Academic
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.1" x 9.1"