This article was published as Chapter 32 of New Testament Foundations, Vol. 2 (© Martin, Ralph P.; Published Dec 3, 1999; ISBN: 9781579103125).

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Read also:

• Chapter 30: The Nature of the Christian Life
  
• Chapter 31: The Claims of the New Life in Christ