Table of Contents

Acknowledgements; Introduction; Part I. A Reading Method: 1. Methods of reading 1 John 11; 2. Circles and tangents: a reading strategy; Part II. A Reading of 1 John: 3. The resurrected incarnate Christ: 1 John 1:1–5; 4. The claimants: 1 John 1:6–2:11; 5. The historical situation: 1 John 2:15–2:27; 6. The audience: 1 John 2:28–3:24; 7. The confession: 1 John 4:1–6; 8. The resurrection of the crucified Jesus: 1 John 4:7–5:21; Conclusion; Appendix: the structure of 1 John.

Promotional Information

Argues that 1 John was written to affirm Jesus' resurrection, in light of Jewish denials that he was the Christ.

About the Author

Matthew D. Jensen is a visiting lecturer at Moore Theological College, Sydney, Australia.

Reviews

'The book is commended for its simplicity of style, clarity of expression and ease of reading. This book should be on the shelf of every library, as well as in the hands of each informed reader.' Review of Biblical Literature