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Since a commentary is a fundamental tool for the expositor or teacher who seeks to interpret and apply Scripture in the church or classroom, the NAC focuses on communicating the theological structure and content of each biblical book. The writers seek to illuminate both the historical meaning and contemporary significance of Holy Scripture. In its attempt to make a unique contribution to the...

(anagegennēmenoi) by the imperishable seed of God’s word.5 Begetting by “seed” directs our attention to the Father’s role in producing children, with the means used being the word of God (1 Pet 1:23). The focus therefore is on God’s initiative in producing new life. No one takes any credit for being born.6 It is something that happens to us. The result of God’s begetting is also included; believers are born anew (cf. John 3:3, 7) and enjoy new life.7 The begetting again of believers is “in his
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