Created for CommunityThis revised edition of a classic college level introduction to theology presents the core doctrines of the Christian faith, encouraging readers to connect belief with everyday life. Stanley Grenz, one of the leading evangelical scholars of his era, and Jay Smith, an expert on Grenz's theological legacy, construct a helpful theology that is biblical, historical, and contemporary. The third edition includes a foreword by John Franke, a new preface and
Robert Barron is one of the Catholic Church's premier theologians and author of the influential The Priority of Christ
In an attempt to bridge the Old and New Testament worlds
that the church understand the world to be able to address it thoughtfully
how to go about it
Series volumes explore how God works in the biblical texts and how Christians can expect God to work today
Scholars and students of theological ethics as well as pastors seeking resources for moral formation will find illuminating perspectives in this integrative work
This lively investigation explores the challenges that influenced the New Testament writings and how the writers responded to those tensions
and apply Scripture
Each essay
the book connects the biblical plotline
offering insights applicable to modern ministry contexts
The book includes a foreword by Craig L
