The author, a professor of New Testament at Westminster Theological Seminary tries to point us back to the guidance we forget that we already have. As my priest likes to say, the Bible (Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth) should be read. One chapter is set aside for each of the letters to give an in depth perspective. The book is an easy read with four sections: Scallywags, Scoffers, Schisms, and Wisdom. Remember, Christ himself associated with the rabble, prostitutes, trouble makers, even murderers. In short, the gospel was written for sinners not saints, and Christ's message was a radical one. Best said from a reviewer:"Peter, John, James, Jude important early-church leaders who knew Jesus and wrote letters to churches. Why do we neglect them?"

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