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Possessed by God: A New Testament Theology of Sanctification and Holiness, Vol. 1 (New Studies in Biblical Theology)

Peterson, David


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Challenging a common assumption, David Peterson argues that the New Testament emphasizes sanctification as a definitive event, "God's way of taking possession of us in Christ, setting us apart to belong to him and to fulfill his purpose for us."

Listen to a lecture by David Peterson entitled Pursuing Holiness.
Source: Moore Theological College

Publisher's Description

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 fulfill his purpose for us." Simply to identify sanctification with growth and holiness, he contends, obscures the emphasis and balance of New Testament teaching and creates unrealistic expectations.

Throughout this study Peterson builds his case on the careful exegesis of relevant passages, with a keen eye for the pastoral implications of his findings.

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  • Cover Type
    Paperback
  • ISBN
    9780830826018
  • Page Count
    191
  • Publisher
    InterVarsity Press
  • Publication Date
    May 2001

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About the Author

David Peterson was senior research fellow and lecturer in New Testament at Moore Theological College, Sydney, where he still teaches part time. He served as principal of Oak Hill College, London, from 1996 to 2007. His books include Engaging with God, Possessed by God, and Hebrews and Perfection.

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Possessed by God: A New Testament Theology of Sanctification and Holiness, Vol. 1 (New Studies in Biblical Theology)

From $25.98 $25.99
Listen to a lecture by David Peterson entitled Pursuing Holiness.
Source: Moore Theological College

Publisher's Description

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 fulfill his purpose for us." Simply to identify sanctification with growth and holiness, he contends, obscures the emphasis and balance of New Testament teaching and creates unrealistic expectations.

Throughout this study Peterson builds his case on the careful exegesis of relevant passages, with a keen eye for the pastoral implications of his findings.

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