Justification: An Introduction (Short Studies in Systematic Theology)
Overview
A Clear and Concise Exploration of the Doctrine of Justification from Thomas R. Schreiner
When we see the fallenness of the world, it is often challenging to understand how sinners can stand before a holy God, but the gospel gives hope—justification that comes through Jesus Christ. This doctrine is essential to the gospel but has sparked countless academic and theological disagreements throughout church history, even contributing to the Protestant Reformation in the sixteenth century.
In this addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, Thomas R. Schreiner examines the biblical and historical background of the doctrine of justification. Schreiner explores it throughout church history and analyzes both the Old and New Testament teachings. By examining the relationship between justification and other doctrines of salvation—such as redemption, reconciliation, adoption, and sanctification—Schreiner shows how it gives peace, assurance, and joy to sinners through Jesus and hope for life today.
Accessible: Designed to be short and approachable, this text is an ideal resource for college students, pastors, and thoughtful laypeople
Part of the Short Studies in Systematic Theology Series: Other titles include The Person of Christ; Glorification; and The Doctrine of Scripture
Written by Thomas R. Schreiner: A renowned biblical scholar and professor who has authored or edited numerous books, including Run to Win the Prize; The Joy of Hearing; and Covenant and God’s Purpose for the World
- Examines the biblical and historical background of the doctrine of justification
- Explores justification throughout church history and analyzes both the Old and New Testament teachings
- Analyzes the relationship between justification and other doctrines of salvation
- Introduction
- Justification in Church History
- The Old Testament Framework
- Jesus and Justification
- Justification of the Ungodly in Paul
- Justification in the Rest of the New Testament
- Contemporary Challenges
- Justification and Systematic Theology
- Epilogue: A Final Word
This book is a comprehensive and important introduction to the subject of justification by faith alone, which is one of the most important Christian doctrines and key to understanding the true nature of Protestantism. Schreiner’s presentation is informative and lucid, making it one of the best ways for students and others to grasp what justification is and why it matters today as much as ever.
—Gerald Bray, Research Professor of Divinity, Beeson Divinity School
There is no doctrine more important to the Christian faith than the doctrine of justification. There is no biblical scholar I’d rather learn this doctrine from than Tom Schreiner. This short book features one of our era’s most prominent theologians concisely explaining the very doctrine upon which the church stands or falls. That is more than enough reason to read this book and benefit from it.
—Tim Challies
This wonderfully rich and concise study models how to grasp and explain a central Christian doctrine. Schreiner unfolds the Bible’s understanding of justification, the struggle for its preservation through the centuries, and its rediscovery at the Reformation. Rich in exegetical detail and interaction with alternate understandings, this study succeeds magnificently at presenting just what justification is and why it is central to Christian life and thought. In Schreiner’s words, ‘it gives us assurance, frees us from fear, and awakens praise in our hearts.’ A profound yet practical book to study and to treasure!
—Robert W. Yarbrough, Professor of New Testament, Covenant Theological Seminary
- Title: Justification: An Introduction (Short Studies in Systematic Theology)
- Author: Thomas Schreiner
- Series: Short Studies in Systematic Theology
- Publisher: Crossway
- Print Publication Date: 2023
- Logos Release Date: 2023
- Pages: 163
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Justification (Christian theology); Justification (Christian theology) › Biblical teaching
- ISBNs: 9781433575730, 9781433575761, 9781433575747, 9781433575754, 1433575736, 1433575760, 1433575744, 1433575752
- Resource ID: LLS:JSTFCTNNNTSYSTH
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2023-08-30T17:14:59Z
Thomas R. Schreiner (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. He also taught at both Bethel Theological Seminary and Azusa Pacific University.
Dr. Schreiner is a Pauline scholar and the author or editor of numerous books, including New Testament Theology: Magnifying God in Christ; Paul, Apostle of God’s Glory in Christ: A Pauline Theology; and the Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament volume on Romans.