John Leith provides a brief but comprehensive statement of Christian faith for contemporary Christians. He considers the theologians of the ancient church and affirsm the faith of the ancient creeds.
Long-Awaited Systematic Theology by Well-Known Pastor, Author, and President of the Master's Seminary Doctrine isn't just for theologians—it's important for every Christian because it shows us who God is and how we should live. Systematizing the robust theology that has undergirded John MacArthur's well-known preaching ministry for decades, this overview of basic Christian doctrine covers topics such as God the Father, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Bible, salvation, and more. Comprehensive in scope yet written to be accessible to the average reader—with non-technical vocabulary, minimal footnotes, and a helpful bibliography—this volume offers Christians a solid foundation for what they believe and why.
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A Concise Summary of Biblical Truth by John MacArthur Doctrine not only equips you with more knowledge about God, it also shapes your affections toward him and directs your actions for him—but it can be difficult to know where to begin. This concise handbook, developed from John MacArthur's larger work Biblical Doctrine, is an entry point for studying theological topics such as the Bible, the Holy Spirit, the church, and more. As MacArthur walks through the essentials of the Christian faith doctrine by doctrine, he'll not only encourage your heart and mind, but also empower you to proclaim the faith that was "once for all delivered to the saints" (Jude 3).
Deepen Your Comprehension of Life's Most Important Theological Questions. How do we know the Bible is God's Word? What is sin and where did it come from? How is Jesus fully God and fully man? What are spiritual gifts? When and how will Christ return? If you've asked questions like these, then systematic theology is no abstract term. It's an approach to finding answers every Christian needs to know. The Bible Doctrine Workbook accompanies Wayne Grudem's highly regarded Bible Doctrine, Second Edition. Following the textbook's structure, the Workbook features review material and exercises for every chapter, and all major areas of Christian doctrine are covered, including the Word of God, Humanity, the Holy Spirit, the Church, and the Future. Sections in each workbook chapter include: Opening Prayer: oriented around the content of the chapter to help prepare reader’s hearts as they get ready to study and reflect. Chapter Review: questions to help the reader identify and interact with key concepts. Thinking Critically: questions for readers to consider on how the content should influence their beliefs and actions. Personal Engagement: practical application questions that connect theology to daily life. The Workbook maintains the clear writing, friendly tone, and frequent applications to life found in the textbook. Students will benefit from this hands-on engagement with the important teachings in Bible Doctrine.
The Bible Believer's Study Course is a resource to help Christians better understand the Bible. It is bases on the KJV and arranged as a workbook. Lessons for Basic Bible Doctrine include: Introduction to Bible Study, The Bible, Salvation, What Happened at Salvation, Eternal Security, The Two Natures of the Believer, When a Christian Sins, and Prayer.
James Beeke explains the Christian faith to children aged nine years and older. The book uses over 150 stories and illustrations simply explaining all the major Christian doctrines with a clear, precise, and easy-to-read style that can be used fruitfully for homeschool, church, or family. Bible Doctrine for Younger Children incorporates Ledeboer's Simple Catechism Questions for Children. The lessons don't just leave you with knowing about the faith, they instruct children on how to live the faith. The entire series uses a clear, precise, and easy-to-read style that can be used fruitfully for homeschool, church, or family settings. Key Features: Over 150 stories/illustrations explain each aspect of the faith Includes resources for catechizing Teaches the application of doctrine to life Expertly put together by experienced educator Table of Contents: 1 Bible Doctrine God Reveals Himself The Bible 2 One God God's Attributes The Trinity God's Decrees 3 God's Creation God's Providence 4 Creation of Man The Covenant of Works 5 The Fall of Man Sin Death 6 God's Law The First Table of God's Moral Law 7 The Second Table of God's Moral Law 8 The Covenant of Grace 9 The Mediator The Two Natures of Jesus Christ The Names of Jesus Christ 10 The Offices of Jesus Christ The States of Jesus Christ 11 Calling Regeneration Conversion 12 Faith Types of Faith 13 Justification Sanctification 14 Prayer 15 The Church The Church Offices 16 Doctrinal Standards Creeds The Five Points of Calvinism 17 The Means of Grace God's Word God's Sacraments 18 Holy Baptism 19 The Lord's Supper 20 The Soul After Death Christ's Second Coming The Resurrection of the Dead The Final Judgment Eternity
Explore Answers to Life's Most Important Theological Questions. Over 175,000 Copies Sold! How do we know the Bible is God's Word? What is sin and where did it come from? How is Jesus fully God and fully man? What are spiritual gifts? When and how will Christ return? If you've asked questions like these, then systematic theology is no abstract term. It's an approach to finding answers every Christian needs to know. The second edition of Bible Doctrine takes a widely used upper-level textbook on systematic theology and makes it accessible. Abridged from the second edition of Wayne Grudem's award-winning Systematic Theology, Bible Doctrine covers the same essentials of the faith, giving you a firm grasp on seven key topics: The Doctrine of the Word of God The Doctrine of God The Doctrine of Man The Doctrine of Christ The Doctrine of the Application of Redemption The Doctrine of the Church The Doctrine of the Future. You don't need to have had several years of Bible college or seminary training to reap the benefits of Bible Doctrine. It's easy to understand and packed with biblical answers to your most pressing theological questions. This new edition is 144 pages longer than the first edition and now includes: New, thoughtful critiques of open theism, the new perspective on Paul, Molinism (or "middle knowledge"), "Free Grace" theology, and the preterist view of Christ's second coming Completely revised, stronger chapter on the clarity of Scripture Completely revised, stronger chapter on creation and evolution. New discussion of how biblical inerrancy applies to some specific "problem verses" in the Gospels Additional material respectfully explaining evangelical Protestant differences with Roman Catholicism (with extensive interaction with the Catechism of the Roman Catholic Church), Protestant liberalism, and Mormonism Completely updated bibliographies All Scripture quotations updated from RSV to ESV An explanation of why monogenes in John 3:16 and elsewhere should be translated as "only begotten" rather than merely "only" An extensive discussion on the eternal submission of the Son to the Father A discussion of recent criticisms of the penal substitutionary view of the atonement Numerous other updates and corrections that have be prompted by letters and emails from people around the world and by interaction with the students Wayne has taught over the last 26 years both at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and at Phoenix Seminary