The gospels as stories: a narrative approach to Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
A popular writer and teacher shows how a narrative approach illuminates each of the Gospels, helping readers see the overarching stories.
| Summary: | A popular writer and teacher shows how a narrative approach illuminates each of the Gospels, helping readers see the overarching stories. Intro -- Half Title Page -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication -- Contents -- Figures -- Preface -- Abbreviations -- Part One: Introduction -- 1. The Turn to Gospels as Stories -- Part Two: Plot and Plotting -- 2. The Selection, Sequence, and Shape of the Story -- 3. Narrative Plotting in the Gospel of Luke -- Part Three: Character and Characterization -- 4. The People in the Story -- 5. Matthew's Characterization of the Disciples -- Part Four: Intertextuality -- 6. The Stories behind the Story -- 7. Intertextuality in John -- Part Five: Narrative Theology -- 8. How a Story Theologizes -- 9. The God of Mark's Gospel -- Part Six: Conclusion -- 10. The Ongoing Power of the Gospels as Stories -- Recommended Resources -- Glossary -- Scripture Index -- Subject Index -- Back Cover. |
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| ISBN: | 149342355X |