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Title: Theology for the Community of God by Stanley J. Grenz ISBN: 0-8028-4755-2 Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. Pub. Date: January, 2000 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $36.00 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.44 (9 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Excellent Systematic Theology
Comment: I bought this book because it was required for a class i was taking on the history of the Church. As it turned out this is one of few text books that I decided to keep. As I read Grenz's excellent presentation of the Protestant Christian faith I was challenged to think on issues that I never before considered. Overall I think this is an excellent book for any Christian who is seeking a greater knowledge of their faith or for anyone who is considering converting to the Christian faith and is curios about its beliefs and some of its doctrines.
Rating: 4
Summary: Erudite and Comprehensive
Comment: This is a wonderful introduction to the study of what has been traditionally referred to as "systematic theology." Grenz has obviously strong commitments to the evangelical Protestant tradition in particular, but this in no way hinders his ability to survey quite objectively the vast multiplicity of views available on any given subject; no stone is left unturned in the fields of the traditional categories of systematics.
The work is structured primarily around two themes in particular: trinity and community. One would have to surmise that his commitment to a proper understanding of the trinity stems from his commitment to historic orthodoxy; on the other hand, his emphasis on community situates the work squarely in the so-called "post-modern" context. While the "community" motif might at times be a bit over-done, it provides a sturdy backbone to the work as a whole.
As a composite, the volume is meticulously well-structured. Each categorical section relates to the respective sections preceding and following, and one finishes the book with a strong feeling of having been exposed to a quite comprehensive survey of the various issues facing modern theology.
Grenz does an excellent job of interacting extensively with other theologians, both those from the contemporary scene and from the throes of history. All things considered, this is a refreshingly comprehensive, objective, and erudite work, and Grenz never once diverts from his task of appropriating the traditional themes of the faith to the contemporary situation.
Rating: 5
Summary: If you like easy-to-read theology books, then get this
Comment: This book has to be one of the most accessible evangelical theology books out there. Grenz's book is scholarly yet simple for the layperson. He writes from an evangelical Baptist perspective but builds his work around the concept of the community aspect of the Triune God. He argues that the Triune God's fellowship overflows into the church. All the sections are written from this community aspect of redemption. Grenz covers practically all matters you'll find in standard systematic theologies (from prolegomena to eschatology). The writing style is not like other more technical systematic theologies (e.g., Erickson, Grudem, Reymond, etc.) because it is written in a narrative fashion. You won't see Grenz being too detailed in his discussion of certain issues (hence, his book is only about 700 pages). This book is a must read for anyone wanting a good and easy introduction to the major topics of systematic theology.
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Title: Christology: A Global Introduction by Veli-Matti Karkkainen ISBN: 0801026210 Publisher: Baker Book House Pub. Date: June, 2003 List Price(USD): $21.99 |
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Title: Recovering the Scandal of the Cross: Atonement in New Testament & Contemporary Contexts by Joel B. Green, Mark D. Baker ISBN: 0830815716 Publisher: Intervarsity Press Pub. Date: September, 2000 List Price(USD): $16.00 |
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Title: Pneumatology: The Holy Spirit in Ecumenical, International, and Contextual Perspective by Veli-Matti Karkkainen ISBN: 080102448X Publisher: Baker Book House Pub. Date: May, 2002 List Price(USD): $17.99 |
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Title: Authority to Heal by Ken Blue ISBN: 083081700X Publisher: Intervarsity Press Pub. Date: August, 1987 List Price(USD): $12.00 |
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Title: Created for Community: Connecting Christian Belief With Christian Living by Stanley J. Grenz, Leighton Ford ISBN: 0801021839 Publisher: Baker Book House Pub. Date: July, 1998 List Price(USD): $19.99 |
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