Episode 186: Stephen Chester- "Paul through the Eyes of the Reformers"

Episode 186: Stephen Chester- "Paul through the Eyes of the Reformers"

From A History of Christian Theology by Chad Kim

January 6, 2026 · 54 min · Episode 186

About this episode

Chad Kim interviews Dr. Stephen Chester about his book on Paul's interpretation through the eyes of the Reformers.

On this episode of A History of Christian Theology , Chad sits down with Dr. Stephen Chester to discuss his recently published book, Paul through the Eyes of the Reformers: Living under Grace (Eerdmans). Dr. Chester is the Lord and Lady Coggan Professor of New Testament at Wycliffe College in Toronto and is widely known for his influential work on the interpretation of Scripture—especially regarding Paul and the Reformers. Chad and Dr. Chester enjoy a thoughtful and engaging conversation about the New Perspective on Paul: what it is, what to make of it, and how we should understand the reformer's view of Paul. Many thanks to Dr. Chester for taking the time to join us. We hope you enjoy! Buy "Paul through the Eyes of the Reformers Living under Grace" Subscribe to our Patreon X: @theologyxian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ahistoryofchristiantheology

People in this episode

Host: Chad Kim

Guest: Dr. Stephen Chester

Topics covered

  • New Perspective on Paul
  • Reformers
  • Christian theology
  • Scripture interpretation
  • Paul

Keywords

  • Christian theology
  • Paul
  • Reformers
  • New Perspective
  • Scripture interpretation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wycliffe College, Eerdmans

Books & works: Paul through the Eyes of the Reformers: Living under Grace

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