THE
CHRISTIAN
FAITH
A Systematic Theology for Pilgrims On the Way
The Christian Faith
Copyright © 2011 by Michael Horton
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Horton, Michael Scott.
The Christian faith: a systematic theology for pilgrims on the way / Michael S. Horton.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN 978-0-310-28604-2 (hardcover)
1. Theology, Doctrinal. 2. Reformed Church—Doctrines. I. Title.
BT75.3.H67 2010
230´.42—dc22
2010019271
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Introduction: The Dogma Is the Drama: A Theology for Pilgrims on the Way
Part 1: Knowing God: The Presuppositions of Theology
1 Dissonant Dramas: Paradigms for Knowing God and the World
2 The Character of Theology: A Theoretical or a Practical Science?
3 The Source of Theology: Revelation
5 The Bible and the Church: From Scripture to System
6 God: The Incommunicable Attributes
7 God: The Communicable Attributes
9 The Decree: Trinity and Predestination
10 Creation: God’s Time for Us
11 Providence: God’s Care for All He Has Made
15 The State of Humiliation: Christ’s Threefold Office
16 The State of Exaltation: The Servant Who Is Lord
Part 5: God Who Reigns in Grace
17 Called to be Saints: Christ’s Presence in the Spirit
19 Forensic Aspects of Union with Christ: Justification and Adoption
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About The Christian Faith: A Systematic Theology for Pilgrims on the WayMichael Horton’s highly anticipated The Christian Faith represents his magnum opus and will be viewed as one of—if not—the most important systematic theologies since Louis Berkhof wrote his in 1932. A prolific, award-winning author and theologian, Professor Horton views this volume as “doctrine that can be preached, experienced, and lived, as well as understood, clarified, and articulated.” It is written for a growing cast of pilgrims making their way together and will be especially welcomed by professors, pastors, students, and armchair theologians. Features of this volume include: • A brief synopsis of biblical passages that inform a particular doctrine • Surveys of past and current theologies with contemporary emphasis on exegetical, philosophical, practical, and theological questions • Substantial interaction with various Christian movements within the Protestant, Catholic, and Orthodoxy traditions, as well as the hermeneutical issues raised by postmodernity • Charts, sidebars, questions for discussion, and an extensive bibliography, divided into different entry levels and topics |
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