1. González talks about how we read the Gospel stories differently than those who first read them in the first century. How does González suggest we try and limit the amount of contemporary bias we bring to the text?
2. What sources does Gonzálezuse to discuss the beginning of Christianity? Does Christianity begin with Jesus, or with His followers?
3. What is "Eschatological hope"? How does understanding ancient Jewish eschatology lead to understanding the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus?
4. What were the two philosophical traditions Christians found "attractive and helpful"? Explain how each philosophical tradition works.