Description
In this volume, Alicia Myers applies a narrative approach to the theology of the Gospel of John, which presents Jesus's coming as the climactic and transformative revelation of God in the world. Placing her study in the context of past and current approaches to John's theology, she explores theological themes with an eye toward the rhetorical categories and aims of the Gospel. These themes include: John's use of Scripture in its presentation of God, Jesus's characterization as the unique one who reveals God's will, the presentation of the world in need of rescue through purification and exorcism, and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit among the community of believers. Myers argues that John reframes other Gospel traditions and provided important fodder for early Christians debates. Contemporary readers inherit John's complicated legacy, including its apocalyptic view of liberation that relies on and undermines Jewish perspectives that do not recognize Jesus as God's Son and Christ.
Taking a narrative approach, This book explores John's theology as a story of Jesus as God's transformative revelation to the world.
About the Author
Alicia D. Myers is associate professor of New Testament and Greek at Campbell University. She publishes frequently on the Gospel and 1-3 John, including Reading John and 1, 2, 3 John (2019), and is a member of the Colloquium Ioanneum. She is also author of An Introduction to the Gospels and Acts (2022).
Reviews
'This is a most remarkable book that fills a long felt gap in scholarship. John's theological profile and central themes are densely reconstructed, based on a thorough understanding of the narrative mode and narrative devices aimed at engaging the reader to participate and respond. With a mastery of both ancient and contemporary scholarship, Myers breaks new ground, in her interpretation of 'the world', the purifying exorcism of its ruler, and the permeability of dualism, new birth and triumphant love. She presents the immense impact of John's theology not in the context of its ancient reception, and as a challenge for the 21st century.' Joerg Frey, University of Zurich, Switzerland
'Creative and engaging, this book is an excellent resource for the study of John's Gospel. Alicia Myers conveys the dynamic quality of Johannine theology, which is centered in God's intent to give life. Using the best in narrative criticism, she situates the Gospel's message in the broader biblical story of Israel's God, who created the world and is revealed within it through Jesus the incarnate Word. She has a keen sense of the paradoxes that draw readers more deeply into this story and she opens a way for readers to see themselves within it. Clearly and accessibly written, Myers' work will appeal to a wide audience.' Craig Koester, Asher O. & Carrie Nasby Professor of New Testament, Emeritus Luther Seminary, St. Paul
Book Information
ISBN 9781108791892
Author Alicia D. Myers
Format Paperback
Page Count 250
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Taking a narrative approach, This book explores John's theology as a story of Jesus as God's transformative revelation to the world.
About the Author
Alicia D. Myers is associate professor of New Testament and Greek at Campbell University. She publishes frequently on the Gospel and 1-3 John, including Reading John and 1, 2, 3 John (2019), and is a member of the Colloquium Ioanneum. She is also author of An Introduction to the Gospels and Acts (2022).
Reviews
'This is a most remarkable book that fills a long felt gap in scholarship. John's theological profile and central themes are densely reconstructed, based on a thorough understanding of the narrative mode and narrative devices aimed at engaging the reader to participate and respond. With a mastery of both ancient and contemporary scholarship, Myers breaks new ground, in her interpretation of 'the world', the purifying exorcism of its ruler, and the permeability of dualism, new birth and triumphant love. She presents the immense impact of John's theology not in the context of its ancient reception, and as a challenge for the 21st century.' Joerg Frey, University of Zurich, Switzerland
'Creative and engaging, this book is an excellent resource for the study of John's Gospel. Alicia Myers conveys the dynamic quality of Johannine theology, which is centered in God's intent to give life. Using the best in narrative criticism, she situates the Gospel's message in the broader biblical story of Israel's God, who created the world and is revealed within it through Jesus the incarnate Word. She has a keen sense of the paradoxes that draw readers more deeply into this story and she opens a way for readers to see themselves within it. Clearly and accessibly written, Myers' work will appeal to a wide audience.' Craig Koester, Asher O. & Carrie Nasby Professor of New Testament, Emeritus Luther Seminary, St. Paul
Book Information
ISBN 9781108791892
Author Alicia D. Myers
Format Paperback
Page Count 250
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
