The New Testament is the definitive narrative of God's message of love, redemption and a plan for human history. Countless millions have read the New Testament for over 2,000 years to receive enlightenment, guidance and comfort. Know the New Testament will assist you to understand the background of each of the twenty-seven books that make up this most remarkable document. Written in concise fashion and organized for scholarly study, it has equal adaptability for the academic classroom, small group Bible study or personal devotional use.Dr. Terry W. Swan, editor, is Professor of Psychology and Religion at Lindsey Wilson College, Columbia, Kentucky. He is the author of over twenty books and is a popular speaker and workshop leader. Contributing authors include thirteen scholarly writers from across the country. Steeped in New Testament theology, these writers assist in bringing the beauty and relevance of the New Testament to light in the twenty-first century.