Paul

by Binz, Stephen J.

• ISBN13: 9781587432781
• ISBN10: 1587432781
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-01-01
• Publisher: Brazos Pr

Summary

Ancient-Future Bible Study incorporates contemporary study of the Bible with an experience of the church's most ancient way of reading Scripture, lectio divina. Designed for use by individuals or groups, these guides offer a transforming experience of the Word of God. An introduction to lectio divina and leader's notes are included. Book jacket.

Author Biography

Stephen J. Binz (SSL, Pontifical Biblical Institute, Rome) is the highly regarded author of over two dozen books and a popular speaker. He is the former director of Little Rock Scripture Study, used in parishes throughout the world, and founder and author of Threshold Bible Study. He is also the former editor-in-chief of God's Word Today magazine and is a licensed psychotherapist. Binz lives in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	p. vii
Welcome to Ancient-Future Bible Study	p. ix
The Movements of Lectio Divina
The Essence of Lectio Divina
Your Personal Practice of Ancient-Future Bible Study
Collatio-The Communal Practice of Lectio Divina
Further Help for Groups
Introduction to Paul: Apostle to All the Nations	p. 1
Saul Encounters the Risen Lord (Acts 9:1-19)	p. 11
Saul Boldly Proclaims Jesus as the Messiah (Acts 9:19-31)	p. 16
Paul Preaches in the Synagogue on the Sabbath (Acts 13:13-31)	p. 21
God's Universal Mission to All Nations (Acts 13:32-52)	p. 26
Good News of the Living God (Acts 14:8-18)	p. 31
The Church in Jerusalem Welcomes the Gentiles (Acts 15:1-6, 12-21)	p. 36
Paul Proclaims the God of All in Athens (Acts 17:16-31)	p. 41
Paul Sparks a Riot in Ephesus (Acts 19:23-39)	p. 46
Paul Bids Farewell to the Churches (Acts 20:7-24)	p. 51
Paul Urges the Churches to Be Ready and Alert (Acts 20:25-38)	p. 56
Paul Welcomed by the Church in Jerusalem (Acts 21:10-14, 17-26)	p. 61
The Faithful Jew Sent to the Gentiles (Acts 21:40-22:21)	p. 66
Paul's First Letter Expresses Joyful Thanksgiving (1 Thessalonians 1:1-2:8)	p. 71
Waiting in Hope for the Coming of the Lord (1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11)	p. 76
Chosen as the First Fruits for Salvation (2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5)	p. 81
It is Christ Who Lives in Me (Galatians 2:15-21)	p. 86
Promised Heirs of the Father (Galatians 3:23-4:7)	p. 91
The Fruit of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:13-26)	p. 96
Proclaiming the Scandalous Message of the Cross (1 Corinthians 1:17-31)	p. 101
Paul's Style and Motivation for Ministry (1 Corinthians 9:16-27)	p. 106
The Unity and Diversity of the Spirit's Gifts (1 Corinthians 12:1-13)	p. 111
Holding Firmly to What is of First Importance (1 Corinthians 15:1-19)	p. 116
A Precious Treasure in Fragile Vessels (2 Corinthians 4:1-11)	p. 121
Boasting in Weakness, Living with Strength (2 Corinthians 11:21-30; 12:7-10)	p. 126
Paul Addresses God's Beloved in Rome (Romans 1:1-15)	p. 131
Jews and Gentiles Justified by Faith (Romans 3:21-31)	p. 136
Transformed by the Love of God (Romans 5:1-11)	p. 141
Dying and Rising with Christ in Baptism (Romans 6:3-14)	p. 146
Confidence in God's Love Made Known in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:28-39)	p. 151
Life in the World as Worship of God (Romans 12:1-21)	p. 156
Ancient-Future Bible Study for Small Groups	p. 161
Suggestions for Participating in the Group	p. 163
Group Study in Six Sessions	p. 164
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