The Acts of the Risen Lord Jesus: Luke's Account of God's Unfolding Plan, Vol. 27 (New Studies in Biblical Theology)

We can be grateful to Thompson for a profound, convincing, and delightful work on the theology of Acts. It is a much needed work, for there are few theologies of Acts written, and I can't think of one that is more accessible and faithful.

A firstclass discussion and explanation of the theology of the Acts that is thoroughly biblical, abreast of the latest scholarship and written in a way that is accessible to those who teach and preach the Bible.

A richly informed, biblically faithful, and eye-opening contribution.

The overall exegetical and biblical-theological method is sound. The book will help readers further appreciate the organic and progressive nature of revelation and understand the narrative flow and canonical function of the book of Acts. The connections made with previous revelation (the OT and the Gospel of Luke) are very illuminating and will stimulate much thought whether one agrees or disagrees with Thompsons conclusions. I recommend the book highly.

While not intended to be a fullblown theology of the Acts of the Apostles, this little volume intriguingly and successfully uncovers the main contours of Acts so as to outline for the reader Lukes driving concerns . no one should teach or preach from the Acts of the Apostles again without first reading this book.

An accessible, lucidly written, biblically faithful treatment of the theology of Acts Thompson establishes a unifying theological framework for Acts and clearly ties each chapter in to this framework . this is perhaps the most accessible book-length treatment of the theology of Acts, relevant to a broad academic and church readership.

My favourite book of 2012-13

From the Preface: The strength of Thompson's book is that “it uncovers the main theological emphases of the book of Acts on the book's own terms. Moreover, although this volume focuses on Acts, Dr. Thompson wisely keeps an eye peeled for theological connections with Luke's Gospel. This volume will be a treasure trove for all who seek to understand Acts better, not least those who teach and preach the book.”