Each title in the Explorations in Biblical Theology collection takes either a single book of the Bible and develops the author’s theology in that work, or develops a single theme across Scripture. Designed to address the need for quality literature that attracts believing readers to good theology and builds them up in their faith, the Explorations in Biblical Theology collection combines solid content with readability. Scholarly, reverent, and practical, this is a valuable addition to the library of any college student, thoughtful lay reader, seminarian, or pastor.
Explorations in Biblical Theology (11 vols.)
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- A Theology of Matthew: Jesus Revealed as Deliverer, King, and Incarnate Creator by Charles L. Quarles
- A Theology of Mark by Hans F. Bayer
- A Theology of James by Christopher W. Morgan
- Anointed with the Spirit and Power by John D. Harvey
- Election and Free Will by Robert A. Peterson
- Justification by Grace by Brian Vickers
- Life Everlasting: The Unfolding Story of Heaven by James A. Barber and Robert A. Peterson
- Our Secure Salvation by Robert A. Peterson
- The Elder: Today’s Ministry Rooted in All of Scripture by Cornelius Van Dam
- The Nearness of God: His Presence with His People by J. Lanier Burns
- Wisdom Christology: How Jesus Became God’s Wisdom for Us by Daniel J. Ebert IV
A Theology of Matthew explores the identity of Jesus and the call to worship him by surveying Matthew’s theological themes and how they interconnect with the rest of the Bible. Quarles focuses on Matthew’s portrait of Jesus as the savior of sinners, the founder of a new Israel, and the incarnation of the creator.
This is biblical theology at its finest.
—Jason Meyer, pastor for preaching and vision, Bethlehem Baptist Church
The book is marked by an admirable combination of biblical exposition and practical application.
—Douglas J. Moo, Wessner Chair of Biblical Studies, chair of the committee on Bible translation, Wheaton College
An up-to-the-minute, mid-range, pastorally focused collection of explorations in biblical theology.
—J.I. Packer, Board of Governors Professor of Theology, Regent College
Neither superficial nor highly technical. . . . Reformed theology as it is most helpfully taught.
—Wayne Grudem, professor of theology and biblical studies, Phoenix Theological Seminary
Charles L. Quarles (BA, University of Mississippi; MDiv and PhD, Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary) is vice president for integration of faith and Learning, dean of the Louisiana College Caskey School of Divinity, and William Peterson Carter Sr. Research Professor of New Testament and Greek, at Louisiana College’s division of Christian Studies.
In A Theology of Mark, Hans Bayer places Mark’s Gospel in its biblical context and explores the dynamic relationship between Jesus and his disciples. Focusing on the transformation that took place in the hearts of Jesus’ disciples, Bayer underscores their radical transformation from self-dependence to reliance on God.
Here is theology and biblical commentary at its best—rooted in powerful textual insights and rigorously applied to contemporary discipleship.
—Bryan Chapell, pastor, Grace Presbyterian Church, Peoria, IL
Hans F. Bayer (PhD, the University of Aberdeen) is professor of New Testament and chair of the New Testament department at Covenant Theological Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri.
In A Theology of James, Chris Morgan lays out a coherent biblical theology of the epistle of James, connecting the particulars of the book to the big picture of the Bible. With Chris Morgan’s helpful analysis, readers will find James’ message to be both grounded in theology—and livable.
Christopher W. Morgan is professor of theology and dean of the School of Christian Ministries at California Baptist University. He holds a PhD from Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary and is the author and editor of several books including Hell under Fire.
Anointed with the Spirit and Power traces the theme of the empowerment of Holy Spirit from Genesis to Revelation. Special attention is given to the Spirit’s involvement in the life, ministry, and mission of Jesus Christ.
John D. Harvey is professor of New Testament and Greek at the Seminary and School of Missions, Columbia International University, in Columbia, South Carolina. He is the author of Listening to the Text: Oral Pattering in Paul's Letters.
Election and Free Will helps those who believe in a reformed view of predestination to better understand their faith. It traces teaching on election through the Bible and explains the doctrine of free will. It tackles objections to predestination and concludes with applications of this neglected biblical teaching. Clear, biblically based, and solidly Reformed, this book gives special attention to free will and seeks to apply election to contemporary culture.
Robert A. Peterson holds a PhD from Drew University and is professor of systematic theology at Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. He is the author and editor of numerous books including Calvin and the Atonement.
In this volume, Brian Vickers argues that justification is God’s declaration that sinners are made right with him through faith in Christ—whose life, death, and resurrection provide forgiveness and the righteousness God desires for his people. Vickers traces how the doctrine unfolds in Scripture, showing that in Christ, God provides everything needed for sinners to be made right with him. Upholding the practical impact of this doctrine, he argues that a biblical understanding of justification will combat legalism, lawlessness, pride, and despair.
With breathtaking scope Vickers traces Christ’s imputed righteousness from the pages of Genesis all the way to Paul and James.
—A. Andrew Das, Donald W. and Betty J. Buik Chair and Professor of Religious Studies, Elmhurst College, Elmhurst, IL
Vickers’ new work is to be warmly welcomed. Here we find a clear and accessible and—most importantly—biblical restatement of what the Scriptures teach about justification.
—Thomas R. Schreiner, James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky
Brian Vickers (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is associate professor of New Testament interpretation at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.
When seeking information about heaven, Christians often look in the wrong places. In Life Everlasting Dan C. Barber and Robert A. Peterson point readers to the proper source for understanding the new heavens and earth: the Bible. Tracing the themes of heaven and the new creation from Genesis through Revelation, Life Everlasting is a practical and hopeful treatment of the Christian’s ultimate destination.
Dan C. Barber is an elder in the Presbyterian Church in America. He is the coauthor of Life Everlasting: The Unfolding Story of Heaven with Robert A. Peterson.
Robert A. Peterson holds a PhD from Drew University and is professor of systematic theology at Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. He is the author and editor of numerous books, including Calvin and the Atonement.
In Our Secure Salvation, Robert Peterson addresses the age old question of whether believers can lose their faith. Tracing preservation and apostasy throughout the Bible, he illustrates how God saves and keeps his people, giving them confidence to live for his glory.
Fresh, crisp, clear, honest, insightful, and edifying.
—Christopher Morgan, author, A Theology of James
This book treats a difficult but crucial topic in a way that is both true to Scripture and pastorally sensitive.
—Richard B. Gaffin Jr., professor of biblical and systematic theology emeritus, Westminster Theological Seminary
Robert A. Peterson holds a PhD from Drew University and is professor of systematic theology at Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. He is the author and editor of numerous books including Calvin and the Atonement.
In The Elder: Today’s Ministry Rooted in All of Scripture, Cornelius Van Dam traces the origins of the biblical elder to the days prior to the New Testament—ancient Israel. Carefully unpacking the enduring principles that guided the elder in antiquity, Van Dan shows how those same principles should guide the church today.
I heartily recommend this book for current elders, elders-in-training, aspiring elders, and those who seek to be blessed by their labors.
—Michael Horton, author, Introducing Covenant Theology
This book is a must for those who are elders or who think they might be called to that office.
—Tremper Longman III, author, Introduction to the Old Testament
Cornelis Van Dam is professor of Old Testament at the Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary and holds degrees from Wilfrid Laurier University (BA); Theological College of the Canadian Reformed Churches (BD); Knox College, University of Toronto (ThM) and Theological University of Kampen, The Netherlands (ThD).
To many people, God is an abstract figure who set the world running, but is now largely absent from it. In the Bible, however, God is not only center-stage—he is intimately involved with his people. In The Nearness of God: His Presence with His People Lanier Burns shows that at each stage of the unfolding story of God and his people, God’s presence is never far away.
This is an encouraging and helpful book by an insightful and seasoned scholar. Readers will find their theology deepened, their hope rekindled, and their joy increased.
—Christopher W. Morgan, author, A Theology of James
J. Lanier Burns (ThM, ThD, Dallas Theological Seminary; PhD, University of Texas, Dallas) is senior research professor of theology at Dallas Theological Seminary. Since 1973, he has served as the president of the Asian Christian Academy in Bangalore, India.
The first-century apostles revealed how wisdom, a central Old Testament theme, is located in Jesus Christ alone. Daniel Ebert explains how Old Testament wisdom motifs are not only fully appropriated in New Testament Christology but also far surpassed in God’s Son.
Daniel J. Ebert IV (PhD, Trinity International University) is professor of biblical studies at Cedarville University and was a missionary in Asia for 21 years with the Christian Training and Ministry Fellowship.
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