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Matthew 27:51-54 and 28:1-10 both focus on Christ's death and resurrection-so these texts must be read together in order to understand their theological significance. However, over time, interpreters have separated these two pericopae, seeing 27:51-54 as the theological interpretation of the resurrection scene described in 28:1-10. This book instead proposes a literary reading that properly interprets Matthew 27:51-54 in light of the entire death-resurrection scene, rather than seeing it as an isolated occurrence.Endorsements"In this perceptive and thoughtful work, Dr. Johnson shows how literary sensitivity can work with theological depth, and how these together support solid historical confidence. There is so much to like here."-C. John ("Jack") Collins, Professor of Old Testament, Covenant Theological Seminary"This volume should help scholars rethink the resurrection narratives and aid pastors in preaching the riches of believing in a risen Savior."-Paul R. House, Professor of Divinity-Old Testament, Beeson Divinity School"[Raymond Johnson's] unique and outstanding contribution to the study of Matthew is a great gift to both the academy and the church."-Charles L. Quarles, Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology; Director for Ph.D. Studies, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary"This work does justice to Matthew's literary as well as historical and theological intentions, and in so doing helps all readers appreciate the richness, integrity, and coherence of Matthew's Gospel and its singular identification of Jesus as the Son of God and Savior of the world."-Kevin J. Vanhoozer, Research Professor of Systematic Theology, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

This book argues for a positive, biblically rigorous vision of the local church's (and the individual Christian's) weighty responsibility to do good to all people as they have the opportunity, as well as the continuing priority of the local church's mission of verbal proclamation to those beyond the New Covenant community. Endorsements"This is an engaging book about the work of missions and raises the important questions about good deeds and lasting fruit."-Owen Anderson, Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Arizona State University"As evangelicals we need to think clearly about cultural and political realities and how they relate to the gospel, to the kingdom, and to evangelism. John Wind has thought carefully and deeply about these matters, and in this clearly written work he points a way forward that should be considered by all."-Thomas R. Schreiner, James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Associate Dean, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary"Verbal proclamation and social action: which is more important in the church's mission? In his book Do Good to All People as You Have the Opportunity, John Wind helpfully surveys a very important debate in the church and creatively shows how they fit together. He also gives us a timely admonition to use our words carefully lest we dilute the gospel."-Donald W. Sweeting, President, Colorado Christian University "John Wind has taken up a controversial subject with a host of practical implications for the life of the church. . . . This work will be a blessing to the church as it pursues the mission Christ has given it."-David Vandrunen, Robert B. Strimple Professor of Systematic Theology and Christian Ethics, Westminster Seminary California