A Primer for Christian Doctrine
A Primer for Christian Doctrine

Author: Jonathan R. Wilson

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 2005-05-02

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9780802846563

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Penned by a Christian teacher who has led thousands of students through the unfamiliar terrain of systematic theology, A Primer for Christian Doctrine serves as a friendly guide to theology's topics, debates, and terminology. Telling you what you need to know as you begin your study of theology or doctrine, the book is an ideal companion to more comprehensive texts. After a brief introduction defending the continued need for doctrine, Jonathan Wilson clearly and concisely maps out each of the main topics of Christian belief in separate chapters. He also traces the differing emphases of theologians while suggesting reasons for their differences. Whether as a first taste of theology or as a readable summary of its present state, Wilson's Primer for Christian Doctrine will be an invaluable resource for students and small groups pursuing a deeper knowledge of what Christians believe.

Understanding Christian Doctrine
Understanding Christian Doctrine

Author: Ian S. Markham

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2017-06-06

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 111896473X

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The comprehensive and engaging introduction to contemporary Christianity, revised and updated The second edition of Understanding Christian Doctrine presents a completely updated and revised edition that builds on the most popular features of the first edition to offer a lively overview to the central beliefs of Christianity. Ian S Markham, a noted authority of Christianity, discusses the great thinkers of the Christian tradition and puts them in conversation with contemporary progressive theologies in a book that goes from Augustine, Aquinas, and Luther to Liberationist, Feminist, and Queer theologies. Designed to be a basic primer, the text is written in a manner that assumes the reader has no prior knowledge of theology or Christian doctrine. The book is designed to present the basic options in all the key areas of Christianity as well as information on how to make complex theological decisions. The author tackles all the key questions from creation to eschatology. Furthermore, Markham makes his own distinctive contribution: he argues that theodicy (traditionally seen as a major difficulty with belief) is actually a theme that links many aspects of Christian doctrine. The revised second edition includes a wealth of new information, including: A lively and comprehensive introduction to Christianity that assumes no prior knowledge of the faith An overview to the great thinkers of Christian tradition that puts them in conversation with progressive liberationist theologies Suggestions that help even the most skeptical to learn to understand and possibly embrace theological assertions Breakout boxes that explain the significance of the text’s various philosophical ideas and positions The text is ideal for anyone interested in learning about the foundations of Christianity as well as new ideas about the faith. Christianity is presented in a manner that embraces the richness of the tradition and affirms the central claims of the historical creeds, while engaging with liberationist challenges to the tradition.

A Primer in Christian Doctrine
A Primer in Christian Doctrine

Author: Derrill L. Roberts

Publisher: Xulon Press

Published: 2014-02

Total Pages: 476

ISBN-13: 9781628718522

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A Primer in Christian Doctrine goes far beyond the reach of a simple book on Christian theology; it is rich with instruction, inspiration and thought-provoking insight into the Word of God and the Christian faith. Accomplished author Derrill L. Roberts meets four key goals in this crucial work: defining God's work with man throughout the ages, identifying the focal points of God's work within mankind, confirming God's goals for man's existence, and explaining how the teachings of the Bible support and accomplish those goals for mankind. Whether the reader is looking for an in-depth examination of fundamental Christian teachings and principles, or just a basic introduction to Christian theology, A Primer in Christian Doctrine will not disappoint!

Classical Christian Doctrine
Classical Christian Doctrine

Author: Ronald E. Heine

Publisher: Baker Books

Published: 2013-03-15

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 1441240470

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This clear and concise text helps readers grasp the doctrines of the Christian faith considered basic from the earliest days of Christianity. Ronald Heine, an internationally known expert on early Christian theology, developed this book from a course he teaches that has been refined through many years of classroom experience. Heine primarily uses the classical Christian doctrines of the Nicene Creed to guide students into the essentials of the faith. This broadly ecumenical work will interest students of church history or theology as well as adult Christian education classes in church settings. Sidebars identify major personalities and concepts, and each chapter concludes with discussion questions and suggestions for further reading.

Introducing Christian Doctrine
Introducing Christian Doctrine

Author: Millard J. Erickson

Publisher: Baker Academic

Published: 2015-08-11

Total Pages: 714

ISBN-13: 1441222545

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Leading evangelical scholar Millard Erickson offers a new edition of his bestselling doctrine text (over 100,000 copies sold), now thoroughly revised throughout. This book is an abridged, less technical version of Erickson's classic Christian Theology. Pastors and students alike will find this survey of Christian theology and doctrine to be biblical, contemporary, moderate, and fair to various positions. It is a practical and accessible resource that applies doctrine to Christian life and ministry. This book is supplemented with helpful web materials for students and professors through Baker Academic's Textbook eSources.

A Primer on Biblical Worldview
A Primer on Biblical Worldview

Author: Michelle Holland

Publisher:

Published: 2011-11-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781933267111

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Primer on Biblical Worldview is a book outlining the elementary principles that are needed to have a proper understanding of science and the first twelve chapters of Genesis. This primer endeavors to help you evaluate your worldview and adjust it to align fully with the Bible so that you interpret your world through the lenses of Scripture.

Outline Studies in Christian Doctrine
Outline Studies in Christian Doctrine

Author: George P. Pardington

Publisher: Moody Publishers

Published: 2010-01-01

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 160066962X

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Outline Studies in Christian Doctrine has been a primer for many thousands of Bible school students who, as missionaries, ministers and lay Christians, have carried its teaching to every part of our world. George P. Pardington, son of a Methodist minister, had the advantage of a classical education (Drew University), earning his doctorate in 1898 from New York University. Early drawn to A.B. Simpson and his "Friday meetings" in New York City, Pardington devoted most of his professional life to teaching at Simpson's Missionary Training Institue—now Nyack (New York) College. Severely handicapped as the result of a merciless beating at age 10 by his schoolteacher, Pardington did not let physical suffering suppress his victorious spirit or his keen sense of humor. He regaled his students with his wit and motivated them by the warmth of his unwavering devotion to Jesus Christ and the Scriptures. Published posthumously following the author's untimely death in 1915 at age 49, has been in continuous print for nearly three-quarters of a century. The chapters of this book, prepared personally by the author just prior to his death, distill the essense of his classroom teaching.

Doctrine According to Godliness
Doctrine According to Godliness

Author: Ronald Hanko

Publisher: Reformed Free Pub Assn

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 9780916206840

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Subjects in dogmatics are made simpler for the average reader under one of six headings, each of which stands for one of the traditional loci of dogmatics. There are more than 235 separate articles, each about a page and a half long. They are brief but comprehensive. Especially good for introducing newcomers to the Reformed faith. Index supplied to key words in all article titles. Comprehensive Table of Contents also supplied. Quick way to learn a great deal of subject matter.

Exploring Christian Theology : Volume 3
Exploring Christian Theology : Volume 3

Author: Nathan D. Holsteen

Publisher: Baker Books

Published: 2014-01-21

Total Pages: 231

ISBN-13: 1441263616

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Dallas Seminary Professors Make Basic Theology Accessible for All Theology doesn't have to be complicated. In this book, trusted Dallas Seminary professors present a concise systematic theology that distills the essential spiritual truths in a way that makes sense to readers--students, lay people, and pastors. Here are introductions, overviews, and reviews of key tenets of orthodox protestant evangelical doctrines. The book also includes an annotated list of key applicable Bible texts, a quick-paced story of doctrine throughout church history, heresies or distortions to be aware of, and more. Exploring Christian Theology is useful for discipleship, catechism, membership training, preview or review of doctrine, or quick personal reference. It can also be used by ministry training programs, Bible colleges, or seminaries as an introductory primer to orient students in preparation for a more in-depth study of theology.