Beginner’s Guide to New Testament Studies—Deep Discount (Limited Time Offer April 1-8, 2020)

Last updated on: April 3, 2020 at 6:22 am By Nijay Gupta

In light of the current challenges of theological education during isolation and campus closures, Baker Academic alerted me to a special (*limited time, April 1-8, 2020*) offer for my book A Beginner’s Guide to New Testament Studies. The deal is for ebook format only; at $10 (60% off). Here are the retailers participating in this deal: Apple: $10.00 Barnes & Noble: $10.00 Amazon Kindle: $10.00 Christian Book (aka CBD): $8.00 (BEST DEAL = 68% off) A few institutions and educational groups... Read more

#50-2-Follow: 50 NT Scholars to Read and Follow—Erin M. Heim

Last updated on: March 31, 2020 at 6:08 am By Nijay Gupta

This blog series spotlights 50 NT scholars and their research. The goal of this series is to introduce readers to a wider circle of scholarship than they have encountered. The majority of people on this list are early or mid-career NT scholars who are doing great research and writing. Introducing Dr. Erin M. Heim Tutor in Biblical Studies Wycliffe Hall, University of Oxford Explain why you love teaching and/or writing, and why it brings you vocational satisfaction. My love... Read more

#50-2-Follow: 50 NT Scholars to Read and Follow—Christoph Heilig

Last updated on: March 30, 2020 at 7:17 am By Nijay Gupta

This blog series spotlights 50 NT scholars and their research. The goal of this series is to introduce readers to a wider circle of scholarship than they have encountered. The majority of people on this list are early or mid-career NT scholars who are doing great research and writing. Introducing Christoph Heilig Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich Explain why you love teaching and/or writing, and why it brings you vocational satisfaction. As students, my wife and I and a... Read more

#50-2-Follow: 50 NT Scholars to Read and Follow—Dorothea H. Bertschmann

Last updated on: March 27, 2020 at 3:40 pm By Nijay Gupta

This blog series spotlights 50 NT scholars and their research. The goal of this series is to introduce readers to a wider circle of scholarship than they have encountered. The majority of people on this list are early or mid-career NT scholars who are doing great research and writing. Introducing Dr. Dorothea H. Bertschmann Tutorial Fellow of Biblical Studies College of the Resurrection, Mirfield Explain why you love teaching and/or writing, and why it brings you vocational satisfaction. I... Read more

Good Works and Good News During a Bad Season: Stories of Grace

Last updated on: March 25, 2020 at 8:36 am By Nijay Gupta

The giveaway contest for A Beginner’s Guide to New Testament Studies has ended, congrats to A. M.! Part of this contest was collecting good news and good works stories during pandemic, isolation, and distress. Here are some of the stories that were shared with me: I love how our community is coming together and exhibiting kingdom living. Our school district lunch ladies announced they will feed anyone needing food regardless of income. Cheers and stay healthy! I’m a pastor, and my... Read more

#50-2-Follow: 50 NT Scholars to Read and Follow—Christopher W. Skinner

Last updated on: March 21, 2020 at 6:58 pm By Nijay Gupta

This blog series spotlights 50 NT scholars and their research. The goal of this series is to introduce readers to a wider circle of scholarship than they have encountered. The majority of people on this list are early or mid-career NT scholars who are doing great research and writing. Introducing Christopher W. Skinner Associate Professor of New Testament & Early Christianity Graduate Program Director Loyola University Chicago Explain why you love teaching and/or writing, and why it brings you... Read more

#50-2-Follow: 50 NT Scholars to Read and Follow—David Briones

Last updated on: March 18, 2020 at 9:53 pm By Nijay Gupta

This blog series spotlights 50 NT scholars and their research. The goal of this series is to introduce readers to a wider circle of scholarship than they have encountered. The majority of people on this list are early or mid-career NT scholars who are doing great research and writing. Introducing David Briones Associate Professor of New Testament Westminster Theological Seminary Explain why you love teaching and/or writing, and why it brings you vocational satisfaction. I love to teach and... Read more

Book Giveaway Contest—Beginner’s Guide to New Testament Studies

Last updated on: March 18, 2020 at 12:39 pm By Nijay Gupta

Baker Academic has kindly offered a copy to giveaway of Beginner’s Guide to New Testament Studies. See below for details! Book Giveaway Contest Rules (1) Send a Twitter Message to me sharing a personal story of kindness given or received in this difficult season. I will share some of these publicly so don’t reveal confidential information unless you want to. Keep your story to 50-75 words. It has to involve you or someone in your family or household (not something you heard... Read more

New Book: Beginner’s Guide to New Testament Studies—Table of Contents

Last updated on: March 17, 2020 at 9:02 am By Nijay Gupta

Today is the launch day for Beginner’s Guide to New Testament Studies (Baker Academic). I will be doing a few posts about this book over the next few weeks. Today, have a peek at the Table of Contents. Read more

#50-2-Follow: 50 NT Scholars to Read and Follow—Holly Beers

Last updated on: March 17, 2020 at 6:51 am By Nijay Gupta

This blog series spotlights 50 NT scholars and their research. The goal of this series is to introduce readers to a wider circle of scholarship than they have encountered. The majority of people on this list are early or mid-career NT scholars who are doing great research and writing. Introducing Holly Beers Associate Professor of Religious Studies Westmont College Explain why you love teaching and/or writing, and why it brings you vocational satisfaction. I deeply enjoy both researching/writing and... Read more