Cross and Human Transformation: Paul's Apocalyptic Word in 1 Corinthians

In our time the cross is often more a source of controversy than a sign of peace. While aware of differing points of view Alexandra Brown shows that Pauls proclamation of the cross was an inclusive and empowering word of liberation peace and reconciliation.In 1 Corinthians Paul strikes at the heart of schism in the church. Against the barriers of ego and ideology that divided believers in Corinth he proclaims a liberating message. This book explores the way the word of the cross in 1 Corinthians invades the perception of its hearers liberating them from the old world with its enslaving system of convictions and ushering them into the new creation revealed by the cross.