Systematic Theology
Published on 19. November 2019
Book
Hardback
1072 pages
978-1-4335-4130-8 (ISBN)
Description
This comprehensive systematic theology by respected theologian Robert Letham covers the whole field of Reformed Christian doctrine from biblical, historical, and theological angles.
Letham begins with God's ultimate selfrevelation as the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit in indivisible union, continuing on with the works of God in creation, providence, and grace. He draws deeply from Scripture and important voices from the church to provide a clear and concise articulation of the Reformed faith. He also addresses current issues such as feminism, charismatic gifts, sexual ethics, environmentalism, other religions, the nature of truth, and civil liberties. Each chapter is followed by discussion questions, with a glossary of terms included at the end.
This work grounds theological understanding and practice in the life and ministry of the church, accessible to pastors, students, scholars, and anyone who desires to understand, believe, and live scriptural doctrine more fully.
Letham begins with God's ultimate selfrevelation as the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit in indivisible union, continuing on with the works of God in creation, providence, and grace. He draws deeply from Scripture and important voices from the church to provide a clear and concise articulation of the Reformed faith. He also addresses current issues such as feminism, charismatic gifts, sexual ethics, environmentalism, other religions, the nature of truth, and civil liberties. Each chapter is followed by discussion questions, with a glossary of terms included at the end.
This work grounds theological understanding and practice in the life and ministry of the church, accessible to pastors, students, scholars, and anyone who desires to understand, believe, and live scriptural doctrine more fully.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Wheaton, IL
United States
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sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 236 mm
Width: 169 mm
Thickness: 57 mm
Weight
1556 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4335-4130-8 (9781433541308)
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Robert Letham (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is professor of systematic and historical theology at Union School of Theology. A Presbyterian minister with twenty-five years of pastoral experience, he is the author of books such as The Work of Christ; The Holy Trinity; and Union with Christ, and a range of articles published in encyclopedias and journals.
Content
Acknowledgements
Permissions
Abbreviations
Introduction
Part 1: The Triune God
1. The Revelation of God
2. The Trinity: Biblical Basis
3. The Trinity: Church Formulation
4. The Trinity: Ongoing Questions
5. The Attributes of God
Part 2: The Word of God
6. The Doctrine of Scripture
7. Scripture and Tradition
8. The Interpretation of Scripture
Part 3: The Works of God
9. Creation
10. Providence
Part 4: The Image of God
11. Humanity in Creation
12. Humanity in Covenant
13. Humanity in Sin
Part 5: The Covenant of God
14. Election and the Counsel of Redemption
15. The Covenant of Grace
Part 6: Christ, the Son of God
16. Incarnation: Biblical Teaching
17. Incarnation: Church Formulations
18. Incarnation: Ongoing Questions
19. Christ Our Great High Priest
20. Christ Our King
Part 7: The Spirit of God and the People of God
21. Union with Christ
22. Salvation and the Church
23. The Beginning of the Christian Life: Regeneration and Effectual Calling
24. The Beginning of the Christian Life: Justification
25. The Progress of the Christian Life: Adoption, Assurance, Sanctification
26. The Progress of the Christian Life: The Lord's Supper and Theosis
27. The Church and Its Offices
Part 8: The Ultimate Purposes of God
28. The Future
29. The Parousia and the Resurrection
30. The Final Judgment and Hell
31. The Life of the World to Come
Appendix 1:Main Interpretations of Genesis 1
Appendix 2: Historic Creeds
Glossary
Bibliography
Name Index
Subject Index
Scripture Index
Permissions
Abbreviations
Introduction
Part 1: The Triune God
1. The Revelation of God
2. The Trinity: Biblical Basis
3. The Trinity: Church Formulation
4. The Trinity: Ongoing Questions
5. The Attributes of God
Part 2: The Word of God
6. The Doctrine of Scripture
7. Scripture and Tradition
8. The Interpretation of Scripture
Part 3: The Works of God
9. Creation
10. Providence
Part 4: The Image of God
11. Humanity in Creation
12. Humanity in Covenant
13. Humanity in Sin
Part 5: The Covenant of God
14. Election and the Counsel of Redemption
15. The Covenant of Grace
Part 6: Christ, the Son of God
16. Incarnation: Biblical Teaching
17. Incarnation: Church Formulations
18. Incarnation: Ongoing Questions
19. Christ Our Great High Priest
20. Christ Our King
Part 7: The Spirit of God and the People of God
21. Union with Christ
22. Salvation and the Church
23. The Beginning of the Christian Life: Regeneration and Effectual Calling
24. The Beginning of the Christian Life: Justification
25. The Progress of the Christian Life: Adoption, Assurance, Sanctification
26. The Progress of the Christian Life: The Lord's Supper and Theosis
27. The Church and Its Offices
Part 8: The Ultimate Purposes of God
28. The Future
29. The Parousia and the Resurrection
30. The Final Judgment and Hell
31. The Life of the World to Come
Appendix 1:Main Interpretations of Genesis 1
Appendix 2: Historic Creeds
Glossary
Bibliography
Name Index
Subject Index
Scripture Index