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Written by a skilled theologian with over two decades of classroom
experience, this introduction to evangelical theology explains how
connecting to five sources of Christian theology--Scripture,
tradition, reason, experience, and community--leads to a richer and
deeper understanding of the faith. Graham McFarlane calls this the
"evangelical quintilateral," which he recommends as a helpful
rubric for teaching theology. This integrative model introduces
students to the sources, themes, tasks, and goals of evangelical
theology, making the book ideal for introductory theology courses.
Description: Klaus Bockmuehl (1931-1989), former Professor for
Systematic Theology at Regent College, Vancouver, published
outstanding theological ethical works. The questions that Bockmuehl
explored have not lost any relevance: How do we know what God's
will is in a particular situation? Is Scripture sufficient for
ethical decisions or should we listen to God? Does God even speak
today? Is there a distinctive Christian ethic? Bockmuehl's central
contribution can be found in his emphasis on the seminal role the
Holy Spirit plays within Christian ethics, not only as the one who
realizes the reign of God in the life of the individual but also as
the one guiding the individual in a particular situation. This book
is the first in-depth study of Bockmuehl, introducing readers to
his theology and ethics, including a short biographical overview,
delineating and appraising how he understands the role of the Holy
Spirit in Christian ethics. It is not a book without criticism and
its own creative contribution. Annette Glaw concludes her
fascinating study with a proposal for a relational concept of the
Holy Spirit as the loving presence of God in Christian ethics.
Synopsis: Almost everyone has an opinion about Jesus, be it
conscious or unconscious, rational or irrational. But what do you
make of him? And why do you believe what you believe about Jesus?
Graham McFarlane characteristically comes from an original angle in
this stimulating book. He encourages you not only to acknowledge
what you believe about Jesus, but to ask yourself why you believe
it. This highly accessible and thought-provoking book is part of
the Theological Foundations series, which explores the main tenets
of Christianity at a popular level. It is humorously illustrated,
anecdotal, clear, and concise, whilst allowing you to contemplate
your faith and arrive at an informed and objective opinion. Author
Biography: Graham McFarlane is Lecturer in Systematic Theology at
London Bible College. He is the author of Christ and the Spirit:
The Doctrine of Incarnation according to Edward Irving, and in the
same series as this title, Why Do You Believe What You Believe
About the Holy Spirit?
Synopsis: Why do you believe what you believe about the Holy Sprit?
Are your beliefs based on current trends of thought in the church
or the world around you, or do they fit in with what the Bible and
Christian tradition teaches? Does it matter? What are the
consequences of your beliefs? In this thought-provoking survey,
Graham McFarlane draws on the insight of ancient and modern
thinkers to work out the implications of the biblical witness to
the Spirit for the individual believer, and for the church as a
reconciling community. Combining clear teaching with practical
applications, this book encourages readers to think through their
faith. Endorsements: "Most of us know what we believe, But few take
the (theo)logical step back to ask why. McFarlane has an uncanny
knack-I would say a rare gift-of taking the complexities of a
contentious subject and making them available to 'lay' readers as
well as students of theology." -Brian Draper, Managing Editor of
Third Way "McFarlane invites us to discover what we believe about
the Holy Spirit by reconnecting us to the historical traditions of
trinitarian theology. Yet what emerges from this book is neither
antiquarian nor safe, but altogether contemporary and shocking."
-Andrew Walker, King's College "This excellent and beautifully
written book . . . is an essential read for all those concerned to
understand the Spirit of god and discern his presence and
activity." -Graham Cray, Principal of Ridley Hall, Cambridge Author
Biography: Graham McFarlane is Lecturer in Systematic Theology at
London Bible College. He is the author of Christ and the Spirit:
The Doctrine of the Incarnation According to Edward Irving
(Paternoster Press).
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