A Biblical and Systematic Introduction
Second Edition
Michael F. Bird
Evangelical Theology, Second Edition
Copyright © 2013, 2020 by Michael F. Bird
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To Jim Gibson, pastor, evangelist,
theologian, and gospelizer
Acknowledgments for the First Edition
Overture: “Without the Gospel” (John Calvin)
Part 1 Prolegomena: Beginning to Talk about God
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About Evangelical Theology: A Biblical and Systematic Introduction (Second Edition)Gospel-Centered Theology for Today. Evangelical Theology, Second Edition helps today’s readers understand and practice the doctrines of the Christian faith by presenting a gospel-centered theology that is accessible, rigorous, and balanced. According author Michael Bird the gospel is the fulcrum of Christian doctrine; the gospel is where God meets us and where we introduce the world to God. And as such, an authentically evangelical theology is the working out of the gospel in the various doctrines of Christian theology. The text helps readers learn the essentials of Christian theology through several key features, including: • A “What to Take Home” section at end of every part that gives readers a run-down on all the important things they need to know • Tables, sidebars, and questions for discussion to help reinforce key ideas and concepts • A “Comic Belief” section, since reading theology can often be dry and cerebral, so that readers enjoy their learning experience through some theological humor added for good measure Now in its second edition, Evangelical Theology has proven itself in classrooms around the world as resource that helps readers not only understand the vital doctrines of Christian theology but one that shows them how the gospel should shape how they think, pray, preach, teach, and minister in the world. |
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