The Literature and History of New Testament Times

This work invites listeners into a clear‑cut survey of the world that shaped the first Christians. It walks through the Roman, Greek, and Jewish settings of the era, showing how those cultures intersected with the teachings that would become the New Testament. By grounding the gospel in real historical events, it helps both teachers and students see the faith’s origins as a lived reality rather than abstract doctrine.

Organized as a series of concise lessons, the book covers everything from the early church’s beginnings and its first persecutions to the spread of the gospel among Gentiles and the pivotal Council at Jerusalem. Along the way it points to classic reference works and commentaries that enrich study, encouraging a deeper dive into the lives of Paul, the Acts, and the early believers. Listeners will come away with a solid framework for understanding the apostolic age and a toolbox for further exploration.