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James and Galatians: Living Faithfully with Wisdom and Liberation

Scot McKnight

Become a daily Bible reader, attentive to the mind of God.

"Scot McKnight is one of my absolute favorite New Testament scholars and his Everyday Bible Study series is akin to Einstein creating a user-friendly version of the Theory of Relativity!"--Lisa Harper, award-winning author and Bible teacher

In the New Testament Everyday Bible Study Series, widely respected biblical scholar Scot McKnight reveals the newness and activeness of God's Word as it works in our everyday lives. His unique approach to Bible study combines sound theology with relevant pastoral wisdom. Each volume of this series provides:

  • Original Meaning: Brief, precise expositions of the biblical text and offers a clear focus for the central message of each passage.
  • Fresh Interpretation: Brings the passage alive with fresh images and what it means to follow King Jesus.
  • Practical Application: Biblical connections and questions for reflection and application for each passage.

Ideal for personal reflection or group study, James and Galatians will help you see God in the biblical context so you can hear from God in your context. The letters of James and Galatians both speak words of life to believers in the first century and in the twenty-first century:

  • James offers us practical and relevant wisdom about the speech we use (especially considering modern means of communication), the trials we face, and the specific dangers of wealth.
  • Galatians reminds us of the total sufficiency of Jesus in securing our salvation, and of the leadership of the Holy Spirit for living out our faith.

Exploring the links between the time these words were written and our own times, Scot McKnight uncovers the enduring relevance and importance of these two letters for our lives today. He'll walk you and your group through both letters with Scripture passages (sometimes translated from the original by McKnight himself), reflection questions, pastoral insights, and ideas for putting God's words into action.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Harperchristian Resources
  • Publish Date: Feb 22nd, 2022
  • Pages: 256
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 7.95in - 5.28in - 0.55in - 0.55lb
  • EAN: 9780310129554
  • Categories: Biblical Studies - Bible Study GuidesBiblical Commentary - New Testament - Paul's LettersChristian Living - Social Issues

About the Author

McKnight, Scot: -

Scot McKnight (PhD, Nottingham) has been a Professor of New Testament for more than four decades. He is the author of more than ninety books, including the award-winning The Jesus Creed as well as The King Jesus Gospel, A Fellowship of Differents, One.Life, The Blue Parakeet, Revelation for the Rest of Us, and Kingdom Conspiracy.

More books by Scot McKnight

Book Cover for: The Jesus Creed: Loving God, Loving Others - 15th Anniversary Edition, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: Invisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: 40 Days Living the Jesus Creed: Updated Edition, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: Pivot: The Priorities, Practices, and Powers That Can Transform Your Church Into a Tov Culture, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: A Church Called Tov: Forming a Goodness Culture That Resists Abuses of Power and Promotes Healing, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: Fasting, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: Real Mary: Why Protestant Christians Can Embrace the Mother of Jesus, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: The Blue Parakeet, 2nd Edition: Rethinking How You Read the Bible, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call to Follow Jesus as a Dissident Disciple, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: Rediscovering Scripture's Vision for Women: Fresh Perspectives on Disputed Texts, Lucy Peppiatt
Book Cover for: Praying with the Church, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: The King Jesus Gospel: The Original Good News Revisited, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: Sermon on the Mount: 21, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: The Second Testament: A New Translation, Scot McKnight
Book Cover for: State of Pauline Studies, Nijay K. Gupta
Book Cover for: The Jesus Creed for Students: Loving God, Loving Others, Scot McKnight

Praise for this book

'In a day where there is more confusion and less understanding of the Bible, the Everyday Bible Study Series is like you have a scholar in your pocket able to pull out and give us very practical understanding in everyday non-technical but super insightful. I am using these in every study I am doing for our church now and can't express how much I appreciate Scot's lifetime of wisdom he gives us in this series.'----Dan Kimball, author of How (Not) to Read the Bible, on staff at Vintage Faith Church, and VP of Western Seminary.
'My favorite geniuses are the type that can communicate complicated ideas to Average Joe's like me. Scot McKnight's 'Everyday Bible Study' series is an elite example of this rare skillset. His short commentaries and Bible studies are robust enough to furnish content for a 40-minute sermon. Meanwhile, the excellent questions at the end of each passage challenge readers to figure out their response. His writings engage mind, heart, and body. This series is a gift to both preachers and congregants!'----Matt Smallbone, Lead Pastor, Church of the City.
'My former professor is a gift to the Body of Christ! Scot has the unique ability to make New Testament scholarship accessible, compelling, and beautiful. The New Testament Everyday Bible Study Series will enflame your affections for Jesus and increase your desire to read the Bible.'----Dr. Derwin L. Gray, founder and lead pastor of Transformation Church.
'Scot McKnight is one of my absolute favorite New Testament scholars and his Everyday Bible Study series is akin to Einstein creating a user-friendly version of the Theory of Relativity! Because God has given Scot the incredible gift of putting the proverbial 'cookies' of profound, biblical theology on a lower shelf - without diminishing the divine truisms - in a way that everyone can comprehend, wrestle with, and lean more fully into Jesus as a result. His writing style is engaging, his wisdom is revelatory, and his content consistently increases my affection for this redemptive love story we call the Bible. Dr. McKnight is pretty much a national treasure for Word nerds like me!'----Lisa Harper, award-winning author and Bible teacher
'What a gift Dr. McKnight is to the Church! He's long been one of my favorite New Testament scholars because he helps Bible readers see the glory of Christ in everything he writes. The Everyday Bible Study series is no exception; you'll hear his pastor's heart on every page. The carefully researched commentary, insightful study questions, and recommended reading make these Bible studies accessible and deep. The entire series is excellent.'----Kat Armstrong, author of the Storyline Bible Study series and host of the Holy Curiosity podcast.