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Christian Beliefs

Twenty Basics Every Christian Should Know
Wayne A. Grudem (Author), Elliot Grudem (Author)
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Not every Christian should go to seminary, but there are certain teachings of the Bible that every Christian must know. Theology is important because what we believe affects how we live. Whether you're a relatively new believer in Jesus or a mature Christian looking for a better understanding of basics of the faith, Christian Beliefs is for you.

This readable guide to twenty basic Christian beliefs is a condensation of Wayne Grudem’s award-winning book Systematic Theology, prized by pastors and teachers everywhere. He and his son, Elliot, have boiled down the essentials of Christian theology for the layperson and made them both clear and applicable to life. You will learn about the Bible, the characteristics of God, what it means that we are created in the image of God, what God has done for us in Christ, the purpose of the church, and much more. Each chapter includes questions for personal review or group discussion.

"These truly are twenty basic beliefs that every Christian should know. Wayne Grudem is a master teacher with the ability to explain profound truths in simple language. He is a man of deep conviction and theological passion--and those who read this book will be both educated and encouraged in the faith."

--R. Albert Mohler Jr., President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky

Based on Systematic Theology, this summary will certainly help beginners with Christ to get the hang of their faith."

--J. I. Packer, Regent College, Vancouver, British Columbia

As Wayne Grudem's Systematic Theology contracts into a compact book, I do not lose my enthusiasm for the truth he loves and the clarity of his words."

--John Piper, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Minneapolis, Minnesota

About the Authors

Wayne Grudem is distinguished research professor of Theology and Biblical Studies at Phoenix Seminary in Phoenix, Arizona. He holds degrees from Harvard (AB), Westminster Theological Seminary (MDiv, DD), and Cambridge (PhD). He is the author of more than 30 books including the bestselling Systematic Theology.

Elliot Grudem is Senior Minister at Christ the King Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Raleigh, North Carolina. He and his wife, Kacey, live in Raleigh with their daughter.

Endorsements

'As Wayne Grudem's 'Systematic Theology' contracts into a compact book, I do not lose my enthusiasm for the truth he loves and the clarity of his words.' -- John Piper, Author

'Based on 'Systematic Theology', this summary will certainly help beginners with Christ to get the hang of their faith.' -- J.I. Packer, Executive Editor

'These truly are 20 basic beliefs that every Christian should know. Wayne Grudem is a master teacher with the ability to explain profound truths is simple language. He is a man of deep conviction and theological passion -- and those who read this book will be both educated and encouraged in the faith.' -- R. Albert Mohler Jr., President

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  • General
  • Chapter 1 - What Is the Bible?
  • Chapter 2 - What Is God Like?
  • Chapter 3 - What Is the Trinity?
  • Chapter 4 - What Is Creation?
  • Chapter 5 - What Is Prayer?
  • Chapter 6 - What Are Angels, Satan, and Demons?
  • Chapter 7 - What Is Man?
  • Chapter 8 - What Is Sin?
  • Chapter 9 - Who Is Christ?
  • Chapter 10 - What Is the Atonement?
  • Chapter 11 - What Is the Resurrection?
  • Chapter 12 - What Is Election?
  • Chapter 13 - What Does It Mean to Become a Christian?
  • Chapter 14 - What Are Justification and Adoption?
  • Chapter 15 - What Are Sanctification and Perseverance?
  • Chapter 16 - What Is Death?
  • Chapter 17 - What Is the Church?
  • Chapter 18 - What Will Happen When Christ Returns?
  • Chapter 19 - What Is the Final Judgment?
  • Chapter 20 - What Is Heaven?
  • Product Details
  • Page Count: 160
  • Format: Softcover
  • ISBN: 9780310255994
  • Release: November 13, 2005