"The Literature and History of New Testament Times" by J. Gresham Machen is a profound exploration of the cultural and literary context surrounding the New Testament. Machen delves into the historical backdrop of early Christianity, examining the influences of Hellenistic culture, Jewish traditions, and the socio-political landscape of the time. His scholarly approach provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of how these elements shaped the writings and teachings found in the Ne...

A Brief Bible History: A Survey of the Old and New Testaments by James Oscar Boyd and J. Gresham Machen is an accessible overview designed to provide readers with a concise understanding of the narrative and themes of the Bible. The book systematically presents the key events, characters, and theological insights found in both the Old and New Testaments, making it a valuable resource for students, educators, and anyone seeking a deeper appreciation of biblical history.The authors begin wit...

The Origin of Paul's Religion by J. Gresham Machen is a scholarly exploration of the Apostle Paul's theological foundations, examining the sources and development of his beliefs. In this influential work, Machen defends the view that Paul's teachings were rooted in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, and were not derived from external influences such as Hellenistic thought or pagan religions, as some critics of the time suggested.Machen challenges the modernist theories that sought to ...

The Literature and History of New Testament Times is a lucid introduction to the political, religious, and literary world in which early Christianity emerged. Machen situates the New Testament within the wider matrix of Jewish tradition, Hellenistic culture, Roman administration, and first-century religious expectation. Written in a clear, pedagogical style, the work combines historical survey with textual orientation, reflecting the early twentieth-century Protestant concern to defend the...

In "The Origin of Paul's Religion," J. Gresham Machen meticulously examines the formative influences on the Apostle Paul's theological framework, setting it against the backdrop of 1st-century Judaism and emerging Christian thought. Employing an analytical literary style, Machen synthesizes historical, exegetical, and philosophical perspectives, providing deep insights into Paul's conversion, the significance of grace, and the interplay between law and faith. The book critiques modern inte...

A Brief Bible History: A Survey of the Old and New Testaments invites readers on an illuminating journey through one of the most influential collections of texts in human history. The anthology explores the Bible's profound narratives, revealing its literary depth and historical significance. This insightful volume seamlessly weaves together ancient stories, prophecies, and teachings, presenting a comprehensive yet concise survey of the Old and New Testaments. From the mythic foundations o...

In "The Literature and History of New Testament Times," J. Gresham Machen provides an intricate exploration of the cultural and literary milieu that shaped the New Testament writings. Employing a scholarly yet accessible style, Machen meticulously examines various texts, shedding light on their historical contexts, linguistic nuances, and theological implications. His work not only underscores the significance of Greco-Roman and Jewish influences on early Christian literature but also enga...

At the very beginning, I may as well tell you plainly that I am not going to talk about the topics that are usually regarded as most timely just now. I am not going to talk to you about the gold standard or about unemployment or about the NRA or about the Brain Trust. Possibly some of you may discover that certain things that I may say have a bearing upon those topics, but those topics are not the topics about which I am going to talk.Instead, I am going to talk to you about God, a...

In recent years it has become customary to base discussions of the origin of Christianity upon the apostle Paul. Jesus Himself, the author of the Christian movement, wrote nothing—at least no writings of His have been preserved. The record of His words and deeds is the work of others, and the date and authorship and historical value of the documents in which that record is contained are the subject of persistent debate. With regard to the genuineness of the principal epistles of Paul, on t...

Some years ago the world of New Testament scholarship was startled by the conversion of Adolf von Harnack[1] to the traditional view of the authorship of Luke-Acts. The book of Acts, Harnack concluded, was actually written by Luke, a companion of Paul. And what is more, it was written at about A.D. 60, or a little later, near the point of time where the narrative breaks off. Thus with regard to the date of the book the leading representative of modern “liberalism” had become more conservat...

AN account of personal experiences may be interesting for one or two reasons: (1) because the writer is in some way remarkable; (2) because, not being at all remarkable, he may be able to set forth in a concrete way the experience of a considerable body of men. It is for the latter reason, if at all, that the present little sketch may justify its place in the volume of which it is to form a part. I have been asked to contribute to the volume, I suppose, in order that I may show by the exam...

It seems to me, as I stand here before you today, that there is one blessing in these days of defection and unbelief which we have come to value as we never valued it before. That is the blessing of Christian fellowship in the presence of a hostile world, and in the presence of a visible Church which too often has departed from the Word of God. Today, during the three meetings of this League, in the portion of the meetings which has been allotted to me, I am to have the privilege of delive...