Evangelical Theology: A Biblical and Systematic Introduction, 2nd ed.

by Michael F. Bird

Publisher:

Zondervan

, 2020

Overview

Gospel-Centered Theology for Today

Evangelical Theology, Second Edition helps today’s readers understand and practice the doctrines of the Christian faith by presenting a gospel-centered theology that is accessible, rigorous, and balanced. According author Michael Bird the gospel is the fulcrum of Christian doctrine; the gospel is where God meets us and where we introduce the world to God. And as such, an authentically evangelical theology is the working out of the gospel in the various doctrines of Christian theology.

The text helps readers learn the essentials of Christian theology through several key features, including:

• A “What to Take Home” section at end of every part that gives readers a run-down on all the important things they need to know
• Tables, sidebars, and questions for discussion to help reinforce key ideas and concepts
• A “Comic Belief” section, since reading theology can often be dry and cerebral, so that readers enjoy their learning experience through some theological humor added for good measure

Now in its second edition, Evangelical Theology has proven itself in classrooms around the world as resource that helps readers not only understand the vital doctrines of Christian theology but one that shows them how the gospel should shape how they think, pray, preach, teach, and minister in the world.

Key Features

• Presents a gospel-centered theology that is accessible, rigorous, and balanced
• Helps readers learn the essentials of Christian theology
• Explores how the gospel should shape how we think, pray, preach, teach, and minister in the world

Contents

Top Highlights

“1. Theology is necessary to provide clarification and unity to the diverse body of biblical materials.” (Page 44)

“The first difference is that theology is not the study of ideas about God; it is the study of the living God.” (Page 4)

“3. Systematic theology tends to be conditioned by the prevailing philosophy of the day.” (Page 39)

“2. The gospel is the message of the kingdom of God.” (Page 32)

“Third, the gospel is the story of Jesus that presupposes God’s acts of creation, revelation, and redemption.” (Page 103)

Product Details

• Title: Evangelical Theology: A Biblical and Systematic Introduction (Second Edition)
• Author: Michael F. Bird
• Edition: Second Edition
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Print Publication Date: 2020
• Logos Release Date: 2020
• Pages: 969
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: Evangelicalism; Theology, doctrinal
• ISBNs: 9780310097419, 9780310093985, 9780310093978, 031009741X, 0310093988, 031009397X
• Resource ID: LLS:EVANGTHEOL2ED
• Resource Type: Systematic Theology
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-29T23:43:51Z

About Michael F. Bird

Michael F. Bird is lecturer in theology at Ridley Melbourne College of Mission and Ministry. He is the author of several books, including Jesus and the Origins of the Gentile Mission, The Saving Righteousness of God, and with James Crossley, How Did Christianity Begin?