Synopsis. This introductory textbook has several distinctive features: a strong emphasis on the scriptural basis for each doctrine; clear writing, with technical terms kept to a minimum; and a contemporary approach.
Description. The Christian church has a long tradition of systematic theology, that is, studying theology and doctrine organized around fairly standard categories such as the Word of God, redemption, and Jesus Christ. This introduction to systematic theology has several distinctive features: - A strong emphasis on the scriptural basis for each doctrine and teaching - Clear writing, with technical terms kept to a minimum - A contemporary approach, treating subjects of special interest to the church today - A friendly tone, appealing to the emotions and the spirit as well as the intellect - Frequent application to life - Resources for worship with each chapter - Bibliographies with each chapter that cross-reference subjects to a wide range of other systematic theologies.
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Grudems systematic theology is extremely good, my favorite among the systematic theologies in my library (Grudem, Hodge, Calvin, & Berkhof). It is written generally a reformed perspective, but on most issues of controversy all sides are very carefully and adequately explained, citing appropriate references, and only then does Grudem explain why he believes one way or another. Generally, when things are unclear, he states that, which is a breath of fresh air. Furthermore, each chapter ends with a... more info
