The question of what makes life worth living is more vital now than ever. In today's pluralistic, postsecular world, universal values are dismissed as mere matters of private opinion, and the question of what constitutes flourishing life--for ourselves, our neighbors, and the planet as a whole—is neglected in our universities, our churches, and our culture at large. Although we increasingly have technology to do almost anything, we have little sense of what is truly worth accomplishing.

This collection of academic texts on the New Testament provides valuable insights into the interpretation and context of the New Testament—especially Paul. With key theologians like Richard J. Bauckham, Kevin Vanhoozer, and Michael J. Gorman exploring the methodologies and interpretive approaches to the New Testament, this collection provides trusted scholarship and advanced research for your New Testament studies.

The Theology for the Life of the World series discerns, articulates, and commends visions of flourishing life in light of God’s self-revelation in Jesus Christ: Jesus Christ is God come to dwell among humans, to be, speak, and act “for the life of the world” (John 6:51). The diverse and multifaceted books in this series contribute to the task of discerning and pursuing the flourishing of all in God’s creation. They share the conviction that theology is vital to exploring the character of true life in diverse settings and orienting us toward it.