The Problem with Paul

by Brian J. Dodd

Book Overview

Was Paul a chauvinist? Was he a prude? Was he anti-Semitic? Why did Paul condone slavery? How might he have fared on the Oprah Winfrey Show? People outside the church have often found Paul hard to stomach. His views on women, sex and marriage, his failure to attack the institution of slavery, and his verbal attacks on his opponents have all come under fire. Regrettably, Paul hasn't always fared that much better among believers. Like the apostle Peter, many wonder what to make of Paul and his confusing, controversial--and sometimes apparently contradictory--teachings. Put simply, Paul just isn't politically correct. Brian Dodd offers a fresh look at the perpetually enigmatic and misunderstood Paul. Combining pastoral insight and scholarly rigor, he helps us bridge the gap between Paul's ancient world and our postmodern setting. Here is much-needed perspective for making sense of Paul--the man and his message.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0830818715
• ISBN13: 9780830818716
• Release Date: May 1996
• Publisher: IVP Academic
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Brian Dodd Is Right On

I found this book most helpful in crossing the bridge between today culture and the time of Paul. Brian clearly helps the reader in showing us that knowing about the times and customes of Paul's day helps us better to understand the NT writtings of Paul and gives us a clearer light of the truth of God's word. This book is good both for the preacher and lay persons. Worth every penny. thank you Brian for another well written book.