Exploring Christian Theology, Volume I: Revelation, Scripture, and the Triune God
Overview
The authors explore key theological topics in a concise and highly readable style that makes sense—whether you’re a student of the Bible, a pastor, or someone who simply wants to know God better. This volume includes two parts: How Firm a Foundation: Revelation, Scripture, and Truth God in Three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit For each topic you’ll find: an introduction, overview, and review of the key points, several applicable Bible texts including verses to memorize, a quick—paced history of the doctrine, distortions to be aware of and avoid, reading lists for further study, and a glossary of theological terms.
Top Highlights
“What, in words, is the theme of the Old Testament? The tragic fall of a perfect creation followed by judgment and the promise of final redemption.” (Page 16)
“However, all evangelicals agree that the scriptural canon is closed, that Scripture is our sole final authority in all matters of faith and practice, and that, even if there are such things today, no new revelations would ever contradict the biblical prophets or fail to point us to Jesus Christ.” (Page 37)
“What, then, is the theme of the New Testament? The long-awaited redemption of a fallen creation followed by the restoration and fulfillment of all God’s promises and purposes.” (Page 17)
“However, what God has made known about himself, His creation, and His plan of redemption—that is, God’s revelation—becomes clear only in a context of belief. Faith comes before understanding. Yes, in the context of faith and with a commitment to faith, we draw on reason as a means to better understand revelation, but the engine that drives the train is faith, which ultimately is fueled by God himself (Rom. 10:17; Eph. 2:8).” (Page 29)
“As Hebrews 11:3 says, ‘By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God.’ Don’t miss this: We don’t reason our way into belief; rather, by faith, we understand. It’s by faith that we’re able to perceive the truth and attain accurate understanding.” (Page 28)
- Title: Exploring Christian Theology, Volume I: Revelation, Scripture, and the Triune God
- Authors: Michael J. Svigel, Nathan D. Holsteen
- Series: Exploring Christian Theology
- Volume: I
- Publisher: Bethany House
- Print Publication Date: 2014
- Logos Release Date: 2015
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Revelation; Bible › Theology; Trinity; Theology, doctrinal
- ISBNs: 9781441228741, 9780764211300, 1441228748, 0764211307
- Resource ID: LLS:EXPLRCHRSTNTHLGY1
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-29T23:47:58Z