Description
In this book Dr David Peterson challenges the common assumption that the New Testament views sanctification as primarily a process. He argues that its emphasis falls upon sanctification as a definitive event, 'God's way of taking possession of us in Christ, setting us apart to belong to him and to fulfil his purpose for us'. Simply to identify sanctification with growth in holiness, he contends, obscures the emphasis and balance of New Testament teaching and creates unrealistic expectations.
Throughout Dr Peterson builds his case on the careful exegesis of relevant passages, with a keen eye for the pastoral implications of his findings.
Table of Contents
Series preface
Preface
Abbreviations
Introduction
Chapter One The biblical starting-point
Chapter Two Sanctified by Christ
Chapter Three Sanctified by word and Spirit
Chapter Four Pursuing holiness
Chapter Five Living between the cross and the resurrection
Chapter Six Transformation, renewal and growth
Appendix A: 'The meaning of hagiasmos in the New Testament'
Appendix B: 'Sanctification and God's law'
Notes
Index of Scripture references
Index of modern authors
Bibliography
Product Details
Title: Possessed by God: New Testament Theology Of Sanctification And Holiness
Author: David Peterson
Publisher: Apollos
Pages: 192
Binding: Paperback
Size: 21.5 x 14.1 x 2.1 cm
ISBN: 9780851115108