This volume is part of the "Understanding the New Testament" series. This series provides useful, brief studies on the books of the New Testament.The studies are aimed specifically at helping Bible study teachers and anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of the New Testament grasp the essentials of the text of each book. The emphasis is on interpreting each unit of Scripture in its context in the surrounding Scripture, in the book as a whole, and in first-century culture. The series is intended for use in individual or group study.The planned volumes are as follows:1.Understanding the Gospel of Matthew2.Understanding the Gospel of Mark3.Understanding the Gospel of Luke4.Understanding the Gospel of John5.Understanding the Book of Acts6.Understanding the Letter to the Romans7.Understanding 1 Corinthians8.Understanding 2 Corinthians 9.Understanding the Letter to the Galatians10.Understanding the Letter to the Ephesians11.Understanding the Letter to the Philippians12.Understanding the Letters to the Colossians and Philemon13.Understanding 1 and 2 Thessalonians 14.Understanding 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus 15.Understanding the Book of Hebrews 16.Understanding the Book of James17.Understanding 1 and 2 Peter and Jude18.Understanding 1, 2, and 3 John19.Understanding the Book of RevelationSee Ross West's author page for the volumes that are already available.