In Fresh Perspective | Paul:
The "Gospel" was a direct political challenge to Rome. Proclaiming "Jesus is Lord" automatically implied that Caesar was not. Redefining Core Concepts
Paul reframes Jewish monotheism to include Jesus and the Spirit as part of the identity of the one true God. Paul: In Fresh Perspective
Paul sees the story of Jesus as the climax of God's covenant with Israel, intended to bring the entire creation back to its original purpose. The "Gospel" was a direct political challenge to Rome