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Most historical theology texts follow Christian beliefs chronologically, discussing notable doctrinal developments for all areas of theology according to their historical appearance. And while this may be good history, it can make for confusing theology, with the classic theological loci scattered throughout various time periods, movements, and controversies. In Historical Theology, Gregg...

the gospel), and following dynamic leaders who boastfully minimize the importance of sound doctrines, are exposed as dangerous developments by a consideration of what the church has historically believed—or not believed.18 Again, McGrath offers wise council: Tradition is like a filter, which allows us to identify suspect teachings immediately. To protest that “We have never believed this before!” is not necessarily to deny the correctness of the teaching in question. But it is to raise a fundamental
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