Systematic Theology, Second Edition

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This new edition of Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem may be the most important resource you can own for helping you understand Scripture and grow as a Christian.
The most widely used resource of the last 25 years in its area, Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem has been thoroughly revised and expanded (all 57 chapters) for the first time while retaining the features that have made it the standard in its field: clear explanations, an emphasis on each doctrine's scriptural basis, and practical applications to daily life.
Praise for the second edition:
"After a quarter century of remarkable usefulness globally . . . it remains remarkable. I thank God for this precious gift to Christ's people worldwide." - John Piper
"Stands out for its clarity and accessibility." - Thomas R. Schreiner
"One of those rare works that can challenge the scholar and instruct the beginner . . . It is simply indispensable." - Jack Deere
With nearly 250 pages of new content and revisions that took several years, this new edition now includes the following distinctive features, making it even better:
- Updated, fuller analysis of several recent controversies within evangelicalism, including the eternal relationship between the Father and the Son in the Trinity, the question of God's atemporal eternity, the role of women in the church, "seeker-sensitive" churches, miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit, and contemporary worship music.
- New, thoughtful critiques of open theism, the "new perspective on Paul," Molinism (or "middle knowledge"), "Free Grace" theology, and the preterist view of Christ's second coming
- Completely revised, stronger chapter on the clarity of Scripture
- Completely revised, stronger chapter on creation and evolution, including a longer critique of theistic evolution and an extensive discussion on the age of the earth
- New discussion of how biblical inerrancy applies to some specific "problem verses" in the Gospels
- Additional material respectfully explaining evangelical Protestant differences with Roman Catholicism (with extensive interaction with the Catechism of the Roman Catholic Church), Protestant liberalism, and Mormonism
- Completely updated bibliographies
- All Scripture quotations updated from RSV to ESV
- An explanation of why monogenes in John 3:16 and elsewhere should be translated as "only begotten" rather than merely "only" (this is a change from the first edition)
- A contemporary worship song added at the end of each chapter (while retaining the traditional hymns as well)
- New discussion on the impassibility of God
- An extensive discussion on the eternal submission of the Son to the Father, taking into account controversies in recent years
- Updated section on contemporary worship music
- A discussion of recent criticisms of the penal substitutionary view of the atonement
- Numerous other updates and corrections that have be prompted by letters and emails from people around the world and by interaction with the students Wayne has taught over the last 26 years both at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and at Phoenix Seminary
Part of the brilliance of Systematic Theology over the years has been its simplicity and ease of use. Each chapter follows the same structure. First, there is discussion of the doctrine being considered, such as justification or the Trinity or the deity of Christ. An explanation of that doctrine's biblical support and possible objections follow. Personal application and key terms to know for personal growth are then provided. Chapters also include a Scripture memory passage, references to other literature on the topic, and suggested hymns and worship songs.
If you are someone who thinks theology is hard to understand or boring, then this new edition of Systematic Theology will likely change your mind.
About the Author
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.
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Introduction - Introduction to Systematic Theology
- View Resource Chapter 1: Introduction to Systematic Theology
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Part 1 - The Doctrine of the Word of God
- View Resource Chapter 2: The Word of God
- View Resource Chapter 3: The Canon of Scripture
- View Resource Chapter 4: The Four Characteristics of Scripture: (1) Authority
- View Resource Chapter 5: The Inerrancy of Scripture
- View Resource Chapter 6: The Four Characteristics of Scripture: (2) Clarity
- View Resource Chapter 7: The Four Characteristics of Scripture: (3) Necessity
- View Resource Chapter 8: The Four Characteristics of Scripture: (4) Sufficiency
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Part 2 - The Doctrine of God
- View Resource Chapter 9: The Existence of God
- View Resource Chapter 10: The Knowability of God
- View Resource Chapter 11: The Character of God: Incommunicable Attributes
- View Resource Chapter 12: The Character of God: Communicable Attributes (Part 1)
- View Resource Chapter 13: The Character of God: Communicable Attributes (Part 2)
- View Resource Chapter 14: God in Three Persons: The Trinity
- View Resource Chapter 15: Creation
- View Resource Chapter 16: God’s Providence
- View Resource Chapter 17: Miracles
- View Resource Chapter 18: Prayer
- View Resource Chapter 19: Angels
- View Resource Chapter 20: Satan and Demons
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Part 3 - The Doctrine of Man in the Image of God
- View Resource Chapter 21: The Creation of Man
- View Resource Chapter 22: Man as Male and Female
- View Resource Chapter 23: The Essential Nature of Man
- View Resource Chapter 24: Sin
- View Resource Chapter 25: The Covenants between God and Man
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Part 4 - The Doctrines of Christ and the Holy Spirit
- View Resource Chapter 26: The Person of Christ
- View Resource Chapter 27: The Atonement
- View Resource Chapter 28: Resurrection and Ascension
- View Resource Chapter 29: The Offices of Christ
- View Resource Chapter 30: The Work of the Holy Spirit
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Part 5 - The Doctrine of the Application of Redemption
- View Resource Chapter 31: Common Grace
- View Resource Chapter 32: Election and Reprobation
- View Resource Chapter 33: The Gospel Call and Effective Calling
- View Resource Chapter 34: Regeneration
- View Resource Chapter 35: Conversion (Faith and Repentance)
- View Resource Chapter 36: Justification (Right Legal Standing Before God)
- View Resource Chapter 37: Adoption (Membership in God’s Family)
- View Resource Chapter 38: Sanctification (Growth in Likeness to Christ)
- View Resource Chapter 39: Baptism In and Filling With the Holy Spirit
- View Resource Chapter 40: The Perseverance of the Saints (Remaining a Christian)
- View Resource Chapter 41: Death and the Intermediate State
- View Resource Chapter 42: Glorification (Receiving a Resurrection Body)
- View Resource Chapter 43: Union with Christ
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Part 6 - The Doctrine of the Church
- View Resource Chapter 44: The Church: Its Nature, Its Marks, and Its Purposes
- View Resource Chapter 45: The Purity and Unity of the Church
- View Resource Chapter 46: The Power of the Church
- View Resource Chapter 47: Church Government
- View Resource Chapter 48: Means of Grace Within the Church
- View Resource Chapter 49: Baptism
- View Resource Chapter 50: The Lord’s Supper
- View Resource Chapter 51: Worship
- View Resource Chapter 52: Gifts of the Holy Spirit: (1) General Questions
- View Resource Chapter 53: Gifts of the Holy Spirit: (2) Specific Gifts
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Part 7 - The Doctrine of the Future
- View Resource Chapter 54: The Return of Christ: When and How?
- View Resource Chapter 55: The Millennium
- View Resource Chapter 56: The Final Judgment and Eternal Punishment
- View Resource Chapter 57: The New Heavens and New Earth
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