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HIDDEN WITH CHRIST IN GOD: A Theology of Colossians and Philemon
Kevin W. McFadden, Series edited by Thomas R. Schreiner, Brian S. Rosner
An Introduction to the Theology of Colossians and Philemon by Kevin W. McFadden
Is our hope in the gospel of Christ sufficient for our every need? After reflecting on this question during periods of difficult earthly circumstances, Paul wrote two letters to the church at Colossae to express the hidden hope “laid up for you in heaven” (Colossians 1:5) and found in the person of Christ.
In this volume of the New Testament Theology series, author Kevin W. McFadden focuses on the specific teachings of Paul to examine the theology and themes of Colossians and Philemon. While reading this comprehensive yet concise study, believers will learn what it means to live a Christ-centered life as they explore Christ as hope, our knowledge of God, and our life above in heaven and here on earth.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Series Preface
Preface
Abbreviations
Prologue: Hope in Difficult Circumstances
Chapter 1: Christ, Our Hope
Chapter 2: Christ, God’s Son
Chapter 3: Christ, Our Life Above
Chapter 4: Christ, Our Life Below
Chapter 5: Hope for Philemon and Onesimus
Epilogue: Hope for Paul
General Index
Scripture Index
ENDORSEMENTS
“Christ is our preeminent hope! Kevin McFadden demonstrates the reality of this grand statement from Colossians and Philemon. More importantly though, he exegetically, theologically, and pastorally applies this divine reality to our daily life ‘in Christ.’ We live in a new realm, one inaugurated by the life, death, resurrection, and ascension of our God and King, Jesus Christ, who is not only preeminent but also sufficient. We have everything we need in him during our pilgrimage here on earth: faith, love, and hope—even in the most dire circumstances. What McFadden shows his readers is the glorious power of a hope-filled gospel that definitively proves one thing: ‘No one is without hope, and we should never give up hope.’ This book will water the garden of your heart with Christ, the hope of glory.” -David E. Briones, Associate Professor of New Testament, Westminster Theological Seminary
“In this volume, Kevin McFadden has made an invaluable contribution to work on Colossians and Philemon. It’s written clear enough for everyone to benefit and substantial enough to satisfy scholars and students of New Testament theology. More importantly, McFadden not only lays out interpretive options but also makes persuasive cases on some exegetically difficult passages—all thoughtfully presented. This book is already helping me understand Paul better in these two letters, and for that, I am grateful.” -Robert S. Kinney, Director of Ministries, Charles Simeon Trust; Priest, Christ Church, Vienna, Austria
“Kevin McFadden has written a clear, accessible, exegetically faithful, and theologically rich book on Colossians and Philemon, pointing us as readers to our ultimate hope in Christ. Those who read this book may not agree with each of McFadden’s exegetical moves or with every theological insight, but readers should draw much encouragement from the important theme in his exposition that the believer’s life is indeed hidden in Christ.” -Jarvis J. Williams, Professor of New Testament Interpretation, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
THE NEW TESTAMENT THEOLOGY SERIES CURRENTLY CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING 11 VOLUMES:
(1) THE BEGINNING OF THE GOSPEL: A Theology of Mark by Peter Orr
(2) FROM THE MANGER TO THE THRONE: A Theology of Luke by Benjamin L. Gladd
(3) THE MISSION OF THE TRIUNE GOD: A Theology of Acts by Patrick Schreiner
(4) MINISTRY IN THE NEW REALM: A Theology of 2 Corinthians by Dane Ortlund
(5) CHRIST CRUCIFIED: A Theology of Galatians by Thomas Schreiner
(6) UNITED TO CHRIST, WALKING IN THE SPIRIT: A Theology of Ephesians by Benjamin Merkle
(7) HIDDEN WITH CHRIST IN GOD: A Theology of Colossians and Philemon by Kevin McFadden
(8) TO WALK AND TO PLEASE GOD: A Theology of 1 & 2 Thessalonians by Andrew S. Malone
(9) PERFECT PRIEST FOR WEARY PILGRIMS: A Theology of Hebrews by Dennis E. Johnson
(10) THE GOD WHO JUDGES AND SAVES: A Theology of 2 Peter & Jude by Matthew Harmon
(11) THE JOY OF HEARING: A Theology of the Book of Revelation by Thomas Schreiner
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