The Holy Spirit
An Introduction
Published on 3. October 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
192 pages
978-1-4335-6143-6 (ISBN)
Description
Understanding the Work and Power of the Holy Spirit in Scripture
Though he is right at the heart of everything in theology and faith, the Holy Spirit can be hard to focus on. In this addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, Fred Sanders teaches his readers how to hold a proper biblical understanding of both the person and power of the Holy Spirit.
New believers and seasoned saints alike will learn about the Holy Spirit's work in the cosmos, salvation history, and God's plans for the future. To accomplish this, Sanders explains the doctrine of the Holy Spirit in relation to the Trinity, the Old Testament, and the New Testament. In this short introduction readers will gain a better theological grasp of the Holy Spirit and instruction on why he matters for the Christian life.
For Those Interested in Systematic Theology: Particularly helpful for pastors, interested laypeople, and academics
Accessible: Part of the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, introducing major doctrines of Christian theology in a clear and concise manner
Biblical: Examines what Scripture teaches about the Holy Spirit in relation to the Trinity, in the Old Testament, and in the New Testament
Though he is right at the heart of everything in theology and faith, the Holy Spirit can be hard to focus on. In this addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, Fred Sanders teaches his readers how to hold a proper biblical understanding of both the person and power of the Holy Spirit.
New believers and seasoned saints alike will learn about the Holy Spirit's work in the cosmos, salvation history, and God's plans for the future. To accomplish this, Sanders explains the doctrine of the Holy Spirit in relation to the Trinity, the Old Testament, and the New Testament. In this short introduction readers will gain a better theological grasp of the Holy Spirit and instruction on why he matters for the Christian life.
For Those Interested in Systematic Theology: Particularly helpful for pastors, interested laypeople, and academics
Accessible: Part of the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, introducing major doctrines of Christian theology in a clear and concise manner
Biblical: Examines what Scripture teaches about the Holy Spirit in relation to the Trinity, in the Old Testament, and in the New Testament
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Language
English
Place of publication
Wheaton, IL
United States
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Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 201 mm
Width: 131 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
246 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4335-6143-6 (9781433561436)
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Fred Sanders (PhD, Graduate Theological Union) is professor of theology at the Torrey Honors College at Biola University. Sanders is the author of The Deep Things of God and blogs at fredfredfred.com.
Content
Series Preface
Introduction: Haunted by the Holy Ghost
Chapter 1: Meeting the Holy Spirit
Chapter 2: The Holy Spirit in the Trinity
Chapter 3: The Holy Spirit and the Father
Chapter 4: The Holy Spirit and the Son
Chapter 5: The Holy Spirit Himself
Appendix: Rules for Thinking Well about the Holy Spirit
Further Reading
General Index
Scripture Index
Introduction: Haunted by the Holy Ghost
Chapter 1: Meeting the Holy Spirit
Chapter 2: The Holy Spirit in the Trinity
Chapter 3: The Holy Spirit and the Father
Chapter 4: The Holy Spirit and the Son
Chapter 5: The Holy Spirit Himself
Appendix: Rules for Thinking Well about the Holy Spirit
Further Reading
General Index
Scripture Index