The Message of the General Epistles in the History of Redemption

“Peter, John, James, Jude—important early-church leaders who knew Jesus and wrote letters to churches. Why do we neglect them? This book uncovers the treasure hidden in these passed-over writings. In a survey that is terse and gripping, Brandon Crowe shows how, in turbulent times not unlike ours, God furnished direction for his people and light for the world. The book’s stress on God and Jesus reinforces the truth that the General Epistles, like all the rest of Scripture, point beyond humans and their situations to the divine wisdom that is transforming the world—and that can change our lives.”
—Robert W. Yarbrough, Professor of New Testament, Covenant Theological Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri, USA

“The General Epistles continue to be relatively ignored, to the church’s detriment. This book seeks to remedy that neglect and does so in a winsome and very helpful fashion. Written for a broader audience, it evidences the sound and careful scholarship from which any interested reader will benefit. This volume will make an excellent resource for personal and group Bible study. I commend it most highly.”
—Richard B. Gaffin Jr., Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology, Emeritus, Westminster Theological Seminary

“Too often the letters at the end of the canon, which are often called the Catholic Epistles, are neglected. We ignore these letters to our peril, for they have an urgent message for the church today. Crowe faithfully expounds these letters in a brief and accessible manner. In unpacking the message of the Catholic Epistles, he demonstrates how they are an essential part of the gospel message. Pastors, students, and all others interested in the message of the Scriptures will benefit from this theologically faithful and pastorally applicable work.”
—Thomas R. Schreiner, James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation & Associate Dean, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky