The Problem with PaulWas Paul a chauvinist? Was he a prude? Was he anti-Semitic? Why did Paul condone slavery? How might he have fared on the Oprah Winfrey Show? People outside the church have often found Paul hard to stomach. His views on women, sex and marriage, his failure to attack the institution of slavery, and his verbal attacks on his opponents have all come under fire. Regrettably, Paul hasn't always fared that much better among believers. Like the apostle Peter, many wonder what to make of Paul and his confusing, controversial--and sometimes apparently contradictory--teachings. Put simply, Paul just isn't politically correct. Brian Dodd offers a fresh look at the perpetually enigmatic and misunderstood Paul. Combining pastoral insight and scholarly rigor, he helps us bridge the gap between Paul's ancient world and our postmodern setting. Here is much-needed perspective for making sense of Paul--the man and his message. |
Contents
The Problem with Paul | 9 |
The Male Chauvinist the Modern Woman | 19 |
The Apostles Views on Sex Pleasure | 37 |
Single Paul His Married Followers | 59 |
The Slave of Christ the Slaves of Antiquity | 81 |
The Hebrew of Hebrews AntiSemitism | 111 |
Pauls Problem Personality | 139 |
Paul on His Best Day | 157 |
Notes | 161 |
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References to this book
The Disciple Making Church: From Dry Bones to Spiritual Vitality Glenn McDonald No preview available - 2007 |
The Disciple Making Church: From Dry Bones to Spiritual Vitality Glenn McDonald Limited preview - 2004 |