'The Sufferings of Christ Are Abundant In Us': A Narrative Dynamics Investigation of Paul’s Sufferings in 2 Corinthians (The Library of New Testament Studies)

Author: Lim, Kar YongBrand: T&T ClarkEdition: IllustratedFormat: IllustratedNumber Of Pages: 256EAN: 9780567107282Release Date: 11-08-2009Languages: EnglishBinding: HardcoverPart Number: 9780567107282Package Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.9 inchesDetails: This study investigates why Paul makes the theme of suffering so central to his argument in 2 Corinthians. It is pursued through an exegetical analysis of passages where Paul's suffering is described, namely 1:3-11; 2:14-116; 4:7-12; 6:1-10 and 11:23-12:10. By employing a narrative approach, this study argues that Paul's apostolic suffering is grounded in the story of Jesus. There are several implications arising from this approach. First, Paul understands his suffering as necessary and integral to his apostolic mission. Second, Paul claims that his suffering has positive missiological benefits, resulting in giving birth to the Christ-believing community in Corinth. Third, for Paul, the story of Jesus does not end at the event of the