The aim of this series is to exegete each passage of Scripture succinctly in its grammatical and historical context. Each passage is interpreted in the light of its biblical setting, with a view to grammatical detail, literary context, flow of biblical argument, and historical setting.
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The aim of this series is to exegete each passage of Scripture succinctly in its grammatical and historical context. Each passage is interpreted in the light of its biblical setting, with a view to grammatical detail, literary context, flow of biblical argument, and historical setting.
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My fuller review can be read at Spoiled Milks (8/25/18).
Paul Gardner has written the newest volume in the ZECNT series on 1 Corinthians, a book that always requires a massive undertaking to study, teach, and exegete.
Beyond the usual introductory items of authorship, date, provenance, Gardner provides helpful insights into the Corinthian pervasively religious lifestyle. Also, Gardner says the "main underlying issue that Paul addresses concerns the possession of wisdom and knowledge.... [T]he Corinthians regarded these as spiritual gifts and gave them a significance that caused spiritual arrogance among some" (36). As a result, "Paul's response is to return to the humbling centrality of the gospel message in which Christ is preached as the crucified Lord" (36).
Commentary Set-Up
The highlight for many pastors and teachers, the Theology in Application section discusses how a particular section contributes to the overall theology of the book and provides some suggestions for application to the church. It will be incredibly helpful to the pastor/teacher in drawing out the text's implications for the Christian community founded on solid exegesis.
For example, In 15.20-28, Jesus is the conquering King who saves us from death, the great enemy of all people from the very beginning (at least since the third chapter). Paul writes of "Christ" (Messiah) four times, and this Christ represents his people who belong to him by being in him and are in his kingdom. He is currently destroying all powers and authorities, and he will destroy death itself. Thus, sin cannot be treated lightly. It must be preached so that Christ's saving power over broken relationships, death, diseases, and corruption can be longed for.
Recommended?
There are an overwhelming amount of 1 Corinthian commentaries one could buy. There is no 'right' commentary. Excellent commentaries have been written by Fee, Garland, Hays, Blomberg, Ciampa/Rosner, Thiselton, with most of these (especially Ciampa/Rosner) being pretty long. Gardner has provided one that is worthy of purchase and could be paired with Schreiner's upcoming volume in the TNTC series, which is shorter than most of the above.
Gardner provides explanations, the main points, flow of thought, and a commentary that abounds with application sections. Gardner is to be commended and his volume recommended. His volume is an excellent addition to the ZECNT series.
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