Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
This is a print on demand book and is therefore non- returnable. A theology that is real, readable, and relevant -- such is Paul Jewett's God, Creation, and Redemption. Writing from a distinctively evangelical and Reformed viewpoint, Jewett offers a general, systematic introduction to these doctrines of the Christian church: how we know God (revelation and Scripture); who God is (the divine nature); what God is like (the divine attributes); and what God has done (creation).
While upholding the historic Christian faith, Jewett's approach to Christian teaching is uniquely "neo-evangelical" in that he seeks to expound and clarify orthodox Christianity for Christians today: Jewett purposely sets forth his systematic theology in light of scientific and social issues that confront the church in the contemporary world. Throughout the book Jewett also refers to literary masterpieces and to the church's hymns, giving the reader a greater appreciation for the theological treasures in our literature and our hymnody.
Table of Contents
Introduction : a prolegomenon to dogmatics. Definition of terms : theology as Christian, systematic, and dogmatic ; Theological method : philosophy, science, and theology ; Speaking of God ; Alternatives to Christian theism -- How we know God. God' self-disclosure in creation and providence ; God's self-disclosure in Jesus Christ ; God's self-disclosure in the witness of Scripture to Jesus Christ -- Who God is : the divine nature. God is personal being ; God is the holy one ; God is love ; God is a trinity of holy love -- What God is like : the divine attributes. God's will and power ; God's wisdom and knowledge ; God's justice/righteousness and mercy ; God's faithfulness and suffering ; God's omnipresence and eternity -- What God has done : creation. Rejected options : Platonism, Gnostic emanation, and pantheism ; Who is the creator and what has he done? ; Creation and the question of temporal origins ; Creation and the divine wisdom ; Creation and the Christian life.