Lost Message of Paul: Has the Church misunderstood the Apostle Paul?

We have misunderstood Paul's words due to our own set of assumptions, and need to begin with his world view to see things the way he saw them. Chalke suggests that the idea of original sin was not part of Paul's thinking and that we are saved by faith in Christ, based on a mistranslation of Paul's words and a misunderstanding of his thinking.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 20 June 2019
Publisher: SPCK Publishing

We have gravely misunderstood Paul, distorting his words through our own preconceived notions. To truly grasp his perspective, we must embark on a journey to understand his world view, seeing things through the eyes that saw them.

Let us consider the possibility that original sin was not a central tenant of Paul's thinking. What if the notion that we are saved by faith in Christ, as championed by Luther, was derived from a misinterpretation of Paul's words and a misreading of his philosophical framework? Throughout centuries, the Church has repeatedly struggled to convey or comprehend the fundamental essence of Paul's message. Despite the widespread portrayal of Paul as a champion of exclusivity, he stood in stark contrast. He was a true advocate of inclusivity.

Steve Chalke, MBE, is a Baptist minister, the founder, and visionary behind the Oasis Charitable Trust, as well as the author of numerous influential books. His profound insights and unwavering dedication to understanding Paul's message have shed light on the true nature of this influential figure, challenging our preconceived notions and illuminating a path toward a deeper appreciation of his profound teachings.

Weight: 364g
Dimension: 131 x 199 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780281079407