A Handbook of Theology

by Dr. Daniel L. Akin (Editor), David S. Dockery (Editor), Nathan A. Finn (Editor), Christopher W. Morgan (Editor)

Overview

In A Handbook of Theology, editors Daniel Akin, David Dockery, and Nathan Finn select nearly fifty contributors in the Baptist and evangelical heritage to lay a biblically informed foundation of a Christian theology for students, pastors, and church leaders. This volume surveys six parts of theology: foundations (Part 1), types of theology (Part 2) history and geography (Part 3), Christian doctrine (Part 4), the Christian life (Part 5), and theology and culture (Part 6). Each author centers their theological topics in the Scriptures while also being Trinitarian, Christ-centered, Spirit-enabled, and mission-focused.

The Theology for the People of God series is edited by David S. Dockery, Nathan A. Finn, and Christopher W. Morgan.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781087700878
Publisher:	B&H Publishing Group
Publication date:	04/01/2023
Series:	Theology for the People of God
Pages:	704
Product dimensions:	6.40(w) x 9.30(h) x 1.70(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Daniel L. Akin (PhD, University of Texas at Arlington) is president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. 

David S. Dockery (PhD, University of Texas) is distinguished professor of theology and theologian-in-residence at the B.H. Carroll Center for Baptist Heritage and Mission at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and president of the International Alliance for Christian Education. 

Nathan A. Finn (PhD, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) is provost and dean of the university faculty at North Greenville University. 

Table of Contents

Part I: Theological Foundations
1. God’s Existence – Jeremiah J. Johnston .
2. Revelation – Rhyne R. Putman
3. Holy Scripture – J. Matthew Pinson 
4. Faith and Reason – Owen Strachan
5. Hermeneutics – Andrew Streett
6. The Role of Tradition – Luke Stamps
7. Christian Experience – Harry L. Poe

Part II: Types of Theology
8. Biblical Theology – J. Scott Duvall
9. Historical Theology – Jonathan Arnold
10. Philosophical Theology – R. L. Hatchett 
11. Systematic Theology – John S. Hammett 
12. Pastoral Theology – M. Justin Wainscott

Part III: Theology, History, and Geography
13. Patristic Theology – D. Jeffrey Bingham
14. Medieval Theology – Timothy George
15. Reformation Theology – J. Andrew Dickerson and Stephen B. Eccher
16. Modern Theology – W. Madison Grace II
17. Global Theology – Christy Thornton

Part IV: Christian Doctrines
18. The Trinity – Malcolm B. Yarnell III
19. God’s Attributes – Adam Harwood
20. God’s Covenants – Oren R. Martin
21. Creation – Kenneth D. Keathley
22. Providence – R. Stanton Norman
23. Humanity – Jacob Shatzer
24. Sin – Matthew J. Hall
25. The Person of Christ – Daniel L. Akin
26. The Work of Christ – R. Alan Streett
27. Justification – Dongsun Cho
28. Sanctification – Nathan A. Finn
29. Glorification – Matt Wireman
30. The Holy Spirit – Katie J. McCoy
31. The Church – Jeremy Kimble
32. Last Things – Craig A. Blaising 

Part V: Theology and the Christian Life
33. The Gospel – Robert B. Sloan
34. Church Membership – Jonathan Leeman
35. Baptism – Christopher Chun 
36. The Lord’s Supper – Mark Devine
37. Spiritual Formation and Discipleship – Stefana Dan Laing
38. Worship – Preben Vang .
39. Preaching – Robert Smith Jr.
40. Theology for Evangelism and Missions – David S. Dockery
41. Spiritual Gifts – Chuck Lawless
42. Prayer – Susan Booth
43. Stewardship – Evan Lenow

Part VI: Theology and Culture
44. Religious Liberty – Hunter Baker
45. Church and State – Jonathan Leeman 
46. The Sanctity of Human Life – C. Ben Mitchell
47. Racial Reconciliation – Walter R. Strickland II and Brian Davis
48. Marriage and Sexuality – Mark D. Liederbach
49. Theology, the Arts, and Literature – Karen Swallow Prior

Editorial Reviews

As a contributor to the Theology for the People of God series, I am delighted to recommend this introductory volume, A Handbook of Theology. In about a dozen pages for each topic, this readily accessible volume ranges widely over theology and its method and history, core doctrines, and Christian living and cultural engagement. From responsible handling of biblical affirmations on nearly fifty topics, to tracing their development historically, and including practical counsel for their application, this Handbook is a comprehensive guide that will be consulted many times and on many occasions.”
—Gregg R. Allison, professor of theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

“This is a book you can confidently place in the hands of church leaders and students to introduce them to an array of different kinds of theology (biblical theology, historical theology, and so forth), and especially to an outline of systematic theology. Most of the contributors have sought to forge connections between their respective chapters and the life and vitality of the church. Confessionally, the work is conservative and baptistic but will doubtless serve readers from a wide range of backgrounds.”
—D. A. Carson, theologian-at-large, The Gospel Coalition

“This handbook successfully addresses a wide range of subjects: theological foundations, theology, history, geography, doctrines, Christian living, and engagement with culture. The chapters are short enough to be digestible but long enough to inform. The essays are very competently written by scholars and practitioners in their fields. Both men and women as well as younger scholars and seasoned theologians are contributors to this very readable and worthy volume.”
—Graham A. Cole, dean emeritus, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and emeritus principal, Ridley College

“A massive work. So much here to read, enjoy, immerse yourself in, and use as teaching tools for others. Let no one say Baptists don’t know how to do theology!”
—Josh Moody, senior pastor, College Church in Wheaton, and president, God Centered Life Ministries

“This handbook treats classic and contemporary topics in theology in a way that is biblically faithful, ecclesially rooted, and solidly evangelical. Written by both leading and emerging Baptist scholars, the chapters are insightful, succinct, edifying, and timely. The editors are to be commended for this significant achievement.”
—Christopher W. Morgan, dean and professor of theology at the School of Christian Ministries, California Baptist University

“In a day when theology as the ‘queen of the sciences’ has been challenged, A Handbook of Theology joyfully reminds us of the enduring power and proper place of theology in Christian discourse. In this remarkable guide, dozens of respected theologians have laid a proper foundation of the broad contours of Christian theology, upon which a lifetime of study can be built. I heartily recommend it.”
—Timothy C. Tennent, president and professor of World Christianity, Asbury Theological Seminary

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