Widely used as a textbook since its publication in 1987, this work provides an analytical and systematic introduction to the Roman, Greek, and Jewish political, social, literary, and religious backgrounds necessary for a historical understanding of the New Testament in the early church.
Everett Ferguson Books




Church History, Volume One: From Christ to the Pre-Reformation
The Rise and Growth of the Church in Its Cultural, Intellectual, and Political Context
- 544 pages
- 20 hours of reading
This church history text uniquely connects the evolution of the church with broader social, economic, and intellectual developments throughout history. It provides a comprehensive understanding of how these elements intertwine, offering readers insights into the impact of historical events on the church and vice versa.
A collection of Ferguson's writings to be used as a class study book.