To Walk and to Please God: A Theology of 1 and 2 Thessalonians (New Testament Theology)

by Andrew S. Malone

Publisher:

Crossway

, 2024

Overview

An Introduction to the Theology and Themes of 1 and 2 Thessalonians

Like Paul’s other early churches, Thessalonica experienced great societal pressure to conform to the surrounding culture. But amid persecution, the Thessalonians remained faithful to their call to holiness as they patiently awaited Jesus’s return. These epistles provide a positive and practical example of what Christians should believe and how they should behave.

In this volume of the New Testament Theology series, author Andrew Malone explores 1 and 2 Thessalonians to reveal the life cycle of Christian discipleship—turning away from idols, trusting in the gospel message, having hope that the Lord will return, and continually pleasing the one true God until that return. Through clear and engaging theological examinations, Malone expounds on predominant themes—enhancing gospel reputation, persistence in the face of opposition, Christian life within an unbelieving society, and more—explaining how they are relevant for the church today.

Part of the New Testament Theology Series: Other volumes include Ministry in the New Realm; United to Christ, Walking in the Spirit; and more

Ideal for Church Leaders: A great discipleship resource and tool for modeling after a healthy church

Written by Andrew Malone: Author and lecturer in biblical studies at Ridley College

Key Features

• Explores the life cycle of Christian discipleship
• Provides clear and engaging theological examinations
• Focuses on themes of enhancing gospel reputation, persistence in the face of opposition, Christian life within an unbelieving society

Contents

• Illustrations
• Series Preface
• Acknowledgments
• Abbreviations
• Introduction: A Church in Good Standing
• Chapter 1: You Turned to God
• Chapter 2: To Walk and to Please God
• Chapter 3: Until the Coming of the Lord
• Chapter 4: Delighted to Share Our Lives as Well
• Chapter 5: The Living and True God
• Epilogue: Excel Still More
• Recommended Resources
• General Index
• Scripture Index

Product Details

• Title: To Walk and to Please God: A Theology of 1 and 2 Thessalonians
• Author: Andrew S. Malone
• Series: New Testament Theology
• Publisher: Crossway
• Print Publication Date: 2024
• Logos Release Date: 2024
• Pages: 143
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: Bible. N.T. Thessalonians › Criticism, interpretation, etc; Patience › Religious aspects--Christianity
• ISBNs: 9781433578311, 9781433578342, 9781433578328, 143357831X, 1433578344, 1433578328
• Resource ID: LLS:WLK12NWTSTMNTTH
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2024-06-25T18:34:12Z

About Andrew S. Malone

Andrew S. Malone is lecturer in Biblical Studies and dean of Ridley Online at Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia. He is the author of Knowing Jesus in the Old Testament? and numerous essays and journal articles.