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Title: Grace Unknown: The Heart of Reformed Theology by R. C. Sproul ISBN: 0-8010-1121-3 Publisher: Baker Book House Pub. Date: March, 1997 Format: Hardcover Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $19.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.44 (16 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: The One Point of Calvinism - God's Grace
Comment: As a member of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley (John MacArthur), I am blessed to be well taught when it comes to reformed theology. Still, I found R.C. Sproul's book to be a very clear and concise "refresher course" on both the history of Reformed Theology (part 1) and the 5 points of Calvanism (part 2).
R.C. Sproul's book, Grace Unknown, is like the lense of a laser, bringing all the concepts of Reformed Theology into a clear and powerful focus. This book will be a tremendous help for those who have always had questions about concepts such as "Total Depravity", "Unconditional Election", and "Limited Atonement". It will also be helpful to those who question how or if God's sovereign election and man's "free will" can coexist.
This is the best book on Theology I have read in a long time, and is well worth the short amount of time it will take to read.
Rating: 4
Summary: Very systematic
Comment: R.C. Sproul has written an excellent book on what is Reformed theology. I expected an exposition of "TULIP", but a section on theology in general and a section on the foundations of Reformed theology were added for good measure.
THEOLOGY - the study of God, not of religion. Sproul outlines the differences between theology, whhich studies God, and anthropology, which studies what different groups think about God or their gods. Scripture, history, and nature should inform our study of God (although certainly not with equal weight).
5 FOUNDATIONS - Sproul's 5 foundations are CENTERED ON GOD, BASED ON GOD'S WORD ALONE, COMMITTED TO FAITH ALONE, DEVOTED TO JESUS CHRIST, and STRUCTURED BY THREE COVENANTS. These are not meant to be unique to the Reformed tradition but to explain the basis for Reformed beliefs. Many groups of Christians share some of these foundations.
5 BELIEFS - The 5 elements of the famous Reformed acrostic: TOTAL DEPAVITY, UNCONDITIONAL ELECTION, LIMITED ATONEMENT, IRRESISTIBLE GRACE, and PRESERVATION OF THE SAINTS. Sproul investigates the meaning of each of these elements and the justification for them. Some space is also devoted to refuting the antithesis of each element. Frankly, I don't think anyone would come away converted on any point, but it does explain better what the Reformed believe on each point and some tangential issues.
THE GOOD: the book is put togther simply, the arguments are simple, and there are simple illustrations. Conceivably, this is targeted towards people who know a little about the Reformed tradition but aren't opposed to it. It would qualify as a good introduction.
THE BAD: Sproul's book has some shortcomings. First, there is not much space devoted to the development of TULIP, so the reader is not as well educated on the topic. The Armenian position is not taken seriously; I don't expect him to agree or to concede points, but I expected it to be addressed more. Finally, there is no conclusion or summary; "P" gets wrapped up and that's it. I felt as if I were left hanging. Finally, I just finished John Macarthur's "The Gospel According to Jesus," and I was spoiled by his extensive footnoting. Sproul's complete lack of footnotes, such as when quoting Augustine, disappointed me. I like knowing that I can look up a quote or reference if I wish to.
In summary, this is a good introduction, but read something meatier if you already know TULIP.
Rating: 5
Summary: Very good book! Draws on history very well.
Comment: This is a very good book in my opinion. R.C. Sproul does a very good job of giving a historical introduction of how Reformed Theology came to be what it is today, then he goes and tells you what Reformed Theology is. The second half of the book talks about TULIP, and explains every point very effectivelly in my opinion. Good book if you would like to know more about Reformed Theology and what it truly is.
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Title: Chosen by God by R. C. Sproul ISBN: 0842313354 Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers Pub. Date: October, 1994 List Price(USD): $10.99 |
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Title: Willing to Believe: The Controversy over Free Will by R. C. Sproul ISBN: 0801064120 Publisher: Baker Book House Pub. Date: April, 2002 List Price(USD): $14.99 |
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Title: Putting Amazing Back into Grace: Embracing the Heart of the Gospel by J. I. Packer, Michael Scott Horton ISBN: 0801064007 Publisher: Baker Book House Pub. Date: May, 2002 List Price(USD): $15.99 |
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Title: Essential Truths of the Christian Faith by R. C. Sproul ISBN: 0842320016 Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers Pub. Date: 01 February, 1998 List Price(USD): $12.99 |
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Title: Evangelism & the Sovereignty of God by J. I. Packer ISBN: 083081339X Publisher: Intervarsity Press Pub. Date: September, 2001 List Price(USD): $11.00 |
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