Description
Five hundred years ago, the Reformers were defending doctrines such as justification by faith alone, the authority of Scripture, and God's grace in salvation—some to the point of death. Many of these same essential doctrines are still being challenged today, and there has never been a more crucial time to hold fast to the enduring truth of Scripture.
In Reformation Theology, Matthew Barrett has brought together a team of expert theologians and historians writing on key doctrines taught and defended by the Reformers centuries ago. With contributions from Michael Horton, Gerald Bray, Michael Reeves, Carl Trueman, Robert Kolb, and many others, this volume stands as a manifesto for the church, exhorting Christians to learn from our spiritual forebears and hold fast to sound doctrine rooted in the Bible and passed on from generation to generation.
Endorsements
“Dr. Barrett has gathered a full stable of blue-ribbon theologians for this winning volume. All the essays are carefully contextualized, the Reformers judiciously selected, and the bibliographies thoughtfully assembled. Some chapters are especially notable for the breadth and depth of the author’s research, others for their adroit summaries of complex themes. There is little doubt that Reformation Theology will ably serve the church and academy as a textbook for students and a reference work for scholars. It is already reshaping my own teaching on late-medieval and early-modern theology, and I commend it heartily.”
Chad Van Dixhoorn, Professor of Church History and Theology, Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte
“This delightful volume is a breath of fresh air in Reformation studies, putting theology back at the center. It shows with crystal clarity how the Reformers expounded the heart of the Christian faith, and why these evangelical doctrines still matter so much.”
Andrew Atherstone, Latimer Research Fellow, Wycliffe Hall, University of Oxford
Table of Contents
Prologue: What Are We Celebrating? Taking Stock after Five Centuries
Michael Horton
Abbreviations
Introduction
1. The Crux of Genuine Reform
Matthew Barrett
Part 1: Historical Background to the Reformation
2. Late-Medieval Theology
Gerald Bray
3. The Reformers and Their Reformations
Carl R. Trueman and Eunjin Kim
Part 2: Reformation Theology
4. Sola Scriptura
Mark D. Thompson
5. The Holy Trinity
Michael Reeves
6. The Being and Attributes of God
Scott R. Swain
7. Predestination and Election
Cornelis P. Venema
8. Creation, Mankind, and the Image of God
Douglas F. Kelly
9. The Person of Christ
Robert Letham
10. The Work of Christ
Donald Macleod
11. The Holy Spirit
Graham A. Cole
12. Union with Christ
J. V. Fesko
13. The Bondage and Liberation of the Will
Matthew Barrett
14. Justification by Faith Alone
Korey D. Maas
15. Sanctification, Perseverance, and Assurance
Michael Allen
16. The Church
Robert Kolb
17. Baptism
Aaron Clay Denlinger
18. The Lord's Supper
Keith A. Mathison
19. The Relationship of Church and State
Peter A. Lillback
20. Eschatology
Kim Riddlebarger
Contributors
Name Index
Subject Index
Scripture Index
Product Details
Title: Reformation Theology: A Systematic Summary
Edited: Matthew Barrett
Publisher: Crossway Publishing
Pages: 784
Binding: Hardcover
Size: 22.8 x 15.2 x 4.0 cm
ISBN: 9781433543289