Death in Adam, Life in Christ: The Doctrine of Imputation (Reformed, Exegetical and Doctrinal Studies | REDS)

by J. V. Fesko

Publisher:

Christian Focus

, 2016

Overview

The doctrine of imputation is the ground in which salvation is rooted. It is often seen as superfluous or splitting hairs, and yet, without it, redemption automatically becomes reliant on our own works and assurance of salvation is suddenly not so sure. J. V. Fesko works through this doctrine looking at its long history in the church, its exegetical foundation, and its dogmatic formulation. In exploring imputed guilt from the First Adam alongside the imputed righteousness from the Second, this volume offers a helpfully well-rounded explanation of the doctrine.

Key Features

• Addresses the history, exegesis, and dogmatic construction of the doctrine of imputation
• Combines theological depth and pastoral implications
• Presents a Reformed, exegetical and doctrinal study that offers new contributions to the ongoing theological discussion in the broader church

Contents

• The Early Church
• The Reformation
• Post-Reformation
• The American Modern Period
• The Present Day
• Imputation in the Old Testament
• Imputation in the New Testament
• The Doctrine of Imputation

Praise for the Print Edition

In classic Reformed fashion, and with grace and style, John Fesko brings confessional exposition, historical survey, and exegesis together in what is sure to become the standard Reformed work on Imputation for generations to come.

—Brian Vickers, Professor of New Testament Interpretation and Biblical Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky

Conversations over imputation are rarely informed by the history of interpretation. Fesko introduces us to seminal figures in this development and no engagement with original sin or justification should overlook his careful spade work.

—Michael Horton, J. Gresham Machen Professor of Systematic Theology and Apologetics, Westminster Seminary California, Escondido, California

Product Details

• Title: Death in Adam, Life in Christ: The Doctrine of Imputation
• Authors: J. V. Fesko
• Editors: Matthew Barrett and J. V. Fesko
• Series: Reformed, Exegetical, and Doctrinal Studies
• Publisher: Christian Focus
• Publication Date: 2016
• Pages: 320
• Christian Group: Reformed
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Topic: Soteriology & Salvation

About J. V. Fesko

J.V. Fesko is an ordained minister in the Orthodox Presbyterian Church, and is also academic dean and associate professor of systematic theology at Westminster Seminary California.