D. A. Carson, Showing the Spirit: A Theological Exposition of 1 Corinthians 12-14. Baker Academic, 1996.
Referenced in: Spiritual Gifts
LifeandLeadership.com Summary
This is an excellent exegetical work on 1 Corinthians 12-14, setting all of the individual passages associated with spiritual gifts into their context. Of special value is his discussion on 1 Corinthians 13, which emphasizes love in the use of the spiritual gifts and overall conduct in the assembly. He also discusses two of the most controversial spiritual gifts: tongues and prophecy. He is not a strict cessationist, although most of his conclusions lean that direction. Typical of Carson, he is reasonable, respectful, scholarly, and applies his insights well to congregational life.
This, alongside works by Gordon Fee and J. I. Packer provide excellent instruction on the role of the Holy Spirit.
From the Publisher
Partisans on both sides of charismatic issues are challenged by the even-handed consideration of nuances in the Greek text in these three crucial chapters.
About the Author
D. A. Carson (PhD, University of Cambridge) is research professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is the author or editor of more than forty books.
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