The Exegetical Process: How to Write a New Testament Exegesis Paper Step by Step

How do I do exegesis? And where do I even begin?

If you’ve ever found yourself asking these questions, then this book is for you. Written by Senior Professor of New Testament at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary Aída Besançon Spencer, this step-by-step guide will provide a detailed description of the various steps required of the exegetical process, as well as the importance of each step along the way. These steps include:

• understanding the literary and historical context of a passage

• discerning the priority of the passage through sentence structure

• isolating and exploring key words and phrases

• applying the passage to our current context

The Exegetical Process is an invaluable resource for any who desire to faithfully interpret and apply Scripture. By reading this book, you will be equipped to do both for any passage in the Bible.