Paul: Apostle of the Heart Set Free

Hailed by Theology Today as "F.F. Bruce's magnum opus," this splendid biography uses history, archaeology, and the biblical text to focus primarily on the apostle's life. Bruce also examines the main themes in Pauline thought, set in their historical background and illustrated from his letters. An excellent starting point for your Pauline studies! 526 pages, softcover from Eerdmans.

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Reviewed by KB (Olean, NY), March 18, 2009

This book is phenomenal. It begins by building a history so that you are not lost about what you are reading. It definitely stretches your vocabulary. The only thing I wish was that the print was a size bigger, but besides that, it's a very good book.

Reviewed by William Ziegler (Shreveport, LA), May 09, 2008

Did a quick overview and am impressed. Am now in the process of finishing the book and even now can say impressive. F.F. Bruce is the man. His research is more than thorough. He gives much background of the times. I had to look at the cover several times to see the book was about Paul and not the whole culture of the times. It gave tremendous insite and clarified many points of scripture. While Mr. Bruce is no longer with us He'll always be listed among the greats of Christian literature and studies.

Reviewed by Brenda Johnson (New Orleans, LA), September 21, 2007

We are using this book as a textbook for a class in the life of Paul. I am enjoying the book and the class.

Reviewed by Steve (Nashua, NH), February 14, 2005

A great book written by an equally great man, shining light on one of God's greatest saints!

Reviewed by Matthew Baland (Sacramento California), April 29, 2002

This is one of the best treatments of the life and character of Paul ever written. It is apparent that Bruce spent most of his life in the study of Paul. It is apparent through the work that Bruce not only knew the historical circumstances of Paul, but was also intrigued by his personhood. This work adequately represents the experiences of Paul, treating the major messages and ministries to the early churches, as well as depicting the heart of the apostle. This work enlivens the reader’s heart to the heart of the apostle Paul.

Reviewed by Grant Rothberg (Pearland, Texas), April 09, 2002

I first had to read this book as requirement for one of my classes, but it quickly became one of my favorites. Bruce does a great job in presenting detailed theological issues along with basic truth. It is written for laymen and deep-thinkers alike. It certainly requires your attention, but Bruce's seemingly endless well of knowledge more than warrents it. I think this is the definitive work on the life of Paul.

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