Resurrection as Salvation
Book Description
Thomas D. McGlothlin embarks on a groundbreaking exploration of one of Christianity's most fundamental concepts: the connection between resurrection and salvation as understood through the apostle Paul's teachings. This scholarly work illuminates how early Christian thinkers grappled with profound questions about the nature of resurrection and its role in human salvation.
The author traces this theological journey from its origins in ancient Jewish thought through the vibrant debates of pre-Nicene Christianity. Readers will discover how Paul's revolutionary ideas about resurrection influenced not only beliefs about the afterlife, but also shaped early Christian understanding of human nature, the role of the spirit, ethical living, and the very process of salvation itself.
McGlothlin reveals the surprising intellectual landscape of early Christianity, where theologians engaged in passionate debates about whether the resurrected body would be physical or spiritual. Through careful analysis of key figures like Irenaeus, Origen, and the Valentinians, he uncovers unexpected alliances and surprising disagreements that shaped Christian doctrine.
This comprehensive study demonstrates how seemingly abstract theological questions had profound practical implications for how early Christians understood their spiritual journey and ultimate destiny. For readers interested in the historical development of Christian thought and the enduring questions about human transformation and spiritual fulfillment, this work offers valuable insights into the foundations of Western spiritual tradition.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~9 hours)
📄 Length: 312 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore History
- ✓ Explore History of doctrines
- ✓ Explore Paul, the apostle, saint
- ✓ Explore Salvation
- ✓ Explore Bible, commentaries, n. t. epistles of paul
- ✓ Explore Salvation, history of doctrines
