Millard J. Erickson Collection (7 Vols.)

At the turn of the millennium, when increasing attention was being given to eschatological subjects, there was a need for an objective, comprehensive overview of the various end-times perspectives. A Basic Guide to Eschatology provided just such a resource.

In this fair, careful, and accessible study, leading evangelical theologian Millard Erickson gives an overview of various end-times perspectives. Pastors, students, and all those interested in end-times thought will find A Basic Guide to Eschatology an understandable, well-organized examination of the various viewpoints.

Each of Erickson’s position evaluations includes a brief overview, a history, a more thorough examination of its major concepts and of the arguments offered in support of them; and an evaluation of both its positive and negative aspects. This volume contains an updated chapter that discusses new developments in dispensationalism.

Millard Erickson identifies practitioners of a new theological movement in evangelicalism that who, he contends, have adopted a postconservative position and have drifted from the fundamental affirmations of conservative evangelicalism.

In God the Father Almighty, Erickson develops a sturdy exposition of the doctrine of God, beginning with an introductory discussion of the doctrine’s importance. He then interacts extensively with criticisms brought against the traditional view of God by pluralism, process theology, and free will theism. After evaluating the positive and negative elements in each of these views, Erickson offers a fresh analysis of the attributes of God in light of Scripture and the contemporary scene. Erickson concludes that a proper understanding of God is foundational for both theology and Christian living.

The Trinity is the least understood and most important concept in the church. Yet many would just as soon jettison it in the interest of ecumenical unity. God in Three Persons defends the significance of a Trinitarian definition and explains it in understandable terms.

Despite the common use of the phrase Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, many Christians and plenty of nonbelievers lack an understanding of the doctrine of the Trinity. This is often a barrier to faith or growth—but one that can be overcome when explored openly and thoroughly. The Trinity has much to teach us about the essence of God and our relationships with one another.

In Making Sense of the Trinity, Millard J. Erickson demonstrates the biblical foundation, logic, and importance of the Trinity as he answers three questions:

• Is the doctrine of the Trinity biblical?
• Does the doctrine of the Trinity make sense?
• Does the doctrine of the Trinity make any difference?

Erickson’s down-to-earth language speaks to laity, seminary students, pastors, and scholars alike. All four groups will appreciate the reliable guidance of this respected scholar.

Postmodernism—with its denial of objective knowledge and its deconstruction of language—has become a major topic of discussion in academic circles everywhere. How are evangelical thinkers responding to this new trend?

In Postmodernizing the Faith, respected theologian Millard Erickson explores six evangelical responses—both positive and negative—to postmodernism and offers his own reaction to the movement. Erickson’s purpose is “to introduce readers to postmodernism, to sensitize them to the importance of the issues, and to show them some samples of differing evangelical responses.”

Following an introductory chapter describing postmodernism, Erickson presents the responses of three evangelicals who consider the movement incompatible with orthodox Christianity. Next, he details the thought of three evangelicals who believe “postmodernism is a development that needs to be accepted, and Christian theology done in light of it, and incorporating at least some of it.” In each chapter Erickson offers a judicious critique, highlighting both the strengths and weaknesses of the particular view being discussed.

Respected author Millard J. Erickson offers a detailed, well-documented exploration of the person of Christ accessible to laypeople and stimulating for academics. After presenting the historical foundation upon which incarnational Christology stands, Erickson addresses modern theological approaches and formulates a contemporary understanding of Christology.