Cross and Christian Ministry, The: An Exposition of Passages from 1 Corinthians - eBook

At present our Church's Home Groups are undergoing a study of the book of 1 Corinthians. As well as with the standard evangelical commentaries on this incredible book a friend introduced me to Carson's "The Cross and Christian Ministry". What an outstanding little, but powerful, study on chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 9 of Paul's letter! The only problem was with the type-set of the book: on a number (20 or so) of pages the type was smudged, but still readable.

Carson is always accurate, biblical,and insightful. This particular work just lacked verve. A pastor reading this thinking about preaching through I Corinthians could easily be put off from it.

Although it is a thin book, I took more than an hour of solid reading to complete each chapter. And its only my first reading. I think Ill need another 2 rounds. It is exact, yet profound and devotional. No earth shaking discovery, but plenty of reflection and prayerful response. Definitely a worthy read and gift.