{"product_id":"new-testament-theology-living-faith-a-theology-of-james","title":"New Testament Theology - Living Faith: A Theology of James","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Introduction to the Theology and Themes of James\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine Christian faith shows itself in the spiritual fruit of a transformed life. No New Testament book makes this reality more clear than the epistle of James. Known for its practical wisdom, the book of James offers a concise reflection of Jesus’s teachings, challenges our everyday actions, and provides clear guidance for building a life upon his words.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this volume of the New Testament Theology series, Robert L. Plummer explores the central themes and theology of James, offering insightful connections between this epistle and the broader narrative of Scripture. Through thoughtful and engaging analysis, Plummer examines 6 key themes—Jesus Christ, faith and works, trials and temptations, poverty and riches, speech and anger, and prayer and perseverance. \u003cem\u003eLiving Faith\u003c\/em\u003e will ultimately help readers gain a deeper understanding of this beloved letter and its important relevance to Christian life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart of the New Testament Theology Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Other volumes include \u003cem\u003eThe Appearing of God Our Savior\u003c\/em\u003e; \u003cem\u003eTo Walk and to Please God\u003c\/em\u003e; and \u003cem\u003eMinistry in the New Realm\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for Anyone Wanting to Study the Bible More Deeply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for pastors, seminarians, college students, and laypeople\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCovers Important Theological Themes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faith and works, trials and temptations, poverty and riches, speech and anger, prayer and perseverance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/static.crossway.org\/excerpts\/media\/d771182ce305afa94fe9d51c78cd0cd899579a25\/Living_Faith_A_Theology_of_James_Excerpt.pdf\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRead Chapter 1\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAuthor\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert L. Plummer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the Collin and Evelyn Aikman professor of biblical studies at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and host of the popular screencast at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.dailydoseofgreek.com\/\"\u003eDailyDoseOfGreek.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. He has authored, coauthored, or edited numerous books, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e40 Questions About Interpreting the Bible\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeginning with New Testament Greek\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eGreek for Life\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeld in Honor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Some biblical books have literary forms that makes them difficult to grasp in the verse-by-verse format of a commentary and, thus, need a thematic, theological exposition. That is what Robert Plummer has done for James, laying out its teaching logically and clearly in the best tradition of evangelical biblical studies. He avoids side issues that would distract from the main themes and makes those main themes clear for lay reader and scholar alike. For that I congratulate him.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Peter H. Davids\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e Chaplain, Our Lady of Guadalupe Priory, Houston, Texas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Robert Plummer offers an accessible analysis of the epistle of James. He shows that it is not an epistle of straw but an epistle for those who need to do more in their faith to follow in the way of Jesus’s teachings. He explains how James provides instruction on a living faith that seeks wisdom from above, endures trials, spurns the trappings of wealth, speaks without anger, perseveres in prayer, and keeps Jesus’s command to love one another.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Michael F. Bird\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDeputy Principal, Ridley College\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Robert Plummer’s theology of the book of James is both scholarly and accessible, reminding the reader that genuine faith is a living faith. Themes such as faith and works, trials and temptations, and poverty and riches are explored not only in this letter but also within the broader narrative of Scripture. A great resource for those pursuing greater biblical and theological insights from this epistle.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Roger Severino\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLeadership Development Minister, Brentwood Baptist Church, Brentwood, Tennessee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“An influential German commentator once declared that James has no theology. Robert Plummer has laid to rest any such idea. By expanding our definition of theology to include biblical teaching that is firmly grounded in an understanding of God and his saving purposes, Plummer has clearly demonstrated that James most certainly has a theology! James speaks of the Father and the Son and many of the traditional doctrines that embody the Christian faith.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—William Varner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProfessor of Biblical Studies, The Master’s University; author,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames: An Exegetical Commentary\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames: A Devotional Commentary\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The title\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eLiving Faith\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esays it all: The book of James captures both a faith that is alive and a faith that enables living rightly in our day. Robert Plummer unpacks the theology of James, depicting a faith that is vibrant, dynamic, and yet intensely practical.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eLiving Faith\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eexplores the great themes of James—faith and works, trials and temptations, poverty and riches, speech and anger, and, most importantly, prayer—to issue a compelling call for a faith that reveals the reality of one’s salvation through obedience to Jesus Christ and deeds motivated by his word and Spirit. As a former student in Plummer’s class on the exegesis of James, I know that his engaging exposition of James rings true because Plummer’s life, ministry, and teaching are a beacon to the trustworthiness of his Savior who inspires such faith in his followers.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Robert B. Crotty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMen’s Equipping Director, Watermark Community Church, Dallas, Texas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The outstanding feature of Robert Plummer’s study\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eLiving Faith\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis its combination of scholarly depth and pastoral insight. He reveals the letter of James as ‘a faithful recapitulation of Jesus’s teachings,’ emphasizing the necessity for true believers to demonstrate a living faith through observable acts of obedience and love. The first two chapters are true gems, particularly insightful, enriching readers’ understanding and appreciation of the letter. Plummer’s work is invaluable and most timely.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Patrick J. Hartin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProfessor Emeritus of Religious Studies, Gonzaga University; author,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames and the “Q” Sayings of Jesus\u003c\/em\u003e;\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSacra Pagina: James\u003c\/em\u003e; and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Spirituality of Perfection\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Softcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 128\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Crossway\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 2025\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plummer, Robert L.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47828338835697,"sku":"9781433574191","price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/files\/9781433574191.png?v=1772054927","url":"https:\/\/reformedbookservices.com\/products\/new-testament-theology-living-faith-a-theology-of-james","provider":"Reformed Book Services","version":"1.0","type":"link"}