For some of us, the apostle Paul is like a distant uncle. We've heard he's pretty important. We've read the good parts of his letters. But sometimes he comes across as prickly and unpredictable. For a mid-afternoon latte, we'd prefer Jesus over Paul. But actually, this is the guy who, from Ephesus to Athens, was the talk of the marketplace and the raconteur of the Parthenon. Maybe it's time to give Paul a break, let go of some stereotypes and try to get to know him on his own terms. If that's where you are, Rediscovering Paul is your guide. This is a book that helps us find Paul again holding fort in the marketplace of Corinth, working with a secretary in framing his letter to the Romans, or pastoring the messy emerging churches of Philippi and Thessalonica. Market/Audience College students Seminarians Pauline scholars Features and Benefits Written by proven teachers and scholars Offers an introduction to cultural background and letter writing Features chapters on the context and theology of Paul's letters Provides an overview of Paul's theology Includes text boxes discussing issues and relevance for today Includes a glossary of terms Chapters tied in to Dictionary of Paul and His Letters

David B. Capes is chair of the Department of Christianity and Philosophy and professor in Christianity, Houston Baptist University, Houston, Texas Rodney Reeves is dean of the Courts Redford College of Theology and Ministry and professor of biblical studies, Southwest Baptist University, Bolivar, Missouri E. Randolph Richards is dean of the School of Ministry and professor of biblical studies, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West, Palm Beach, Florida