The Rise and Expansion of the Christian Church in the First Century

By L. Craig Martindale

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 091006878X
• ISBN13: 9780910068789
• Release Date: January 1993
• Publisher: Amer Christian Pr
• Length: 500 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.5" x 1.5" x 6.3"

Customer Reviews

Top Notch Rsearch on the Early Christian Church

This is an excellent, well-documented, and systematic analysis of how the early Christian churuch functioned, moving out from its base in Jerusalem to reaching into the entire Mediterranean world in two years and three months. There is an inherent logical structure to the book of Acts and key summary statements,which the author expounds. Since the book, Acts of the Apostles is really a transition book between the Old Testament and the fulfillment of many of its promises in the New Testament, this book is worth reading by Jews as well as Christians to understand the natural connections between the two. For those who want a scriptural and non-denominational understanding of Christianity, this is the book for you. It is not difficult to read for any literate adult. This is work of research, so you are not going to read it like a novel, but if you are interested in the early Christian church and can read the Bible, you will have no problem.

Great book! Not for novice biblical students

If you are a SERIOUS biblical student then you will enjoy reading this book. It is an in depth study on how the first century Christians were able to overcome adversity and really live for God. The framework that is revealed in Acts on how the church can operate with power is further detailed in this book with true scriptural backing. With the understanding of how the first century Christians made their impact on the world we can apply the same principles and expect the same results. There isn't a better book on the subject out there.

Accurate account of the Bible's book of Acts

If you are interested in knowing what the Apostle Paul's mission was and how he received revelation from God, you will want to read this book. It is written in a clear and concise manner. Anyone, no matter his or her background, will be able to understand the greatness of Paul's life, how he was chosen by God and the greatness of his life as he received God's Holy Word and put in writing. You will also see how it is available today to receive power from on high