New Testament Theology: Too Theological, Too Difficult, and Too Repetitive?

This essay argues that New Testament Theology (NTT) is an indispensable mediating discipline between historical exegesis and systematic theology. It defends NTT against claims that: (1) should be replaced by the study of early Christian religion; (2) The NT too diverse disparate to sustain any unifying theology; (3) has been over-done so there nothing new said. proceeds defense contending theology part substance significance NT. In addition, contains several varieties unities can simultaneously challenge aid theological reflection. Finally, proposes a fresh approach explicate texture religious impetus with view renewing living faith communities.