Covenantal Dispensationalism

Author : Brent E. Parker,Richard J. Lucas
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2022-02-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781514001134

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Covenantal and Dispensational Theologies by Brent E. Parker,Richard J. Lucas Pdf

How does the canon of Scripture fit together? For evangelical Christians, there is no question about the authority of Scripture and its testimony to the centrality of Jesus Christ in God's salvation plan. But several questions remain: How do the Old Testament and New Testament relate to each other? What is the relationship among the biblical covenants? How should Christians read and interpret Scripture in order to do justice to both its individual parts and its whole message? How does Israel relate to the church? In this Spectrum Multiview volume, readers will find four contributors who explore these complex questions. The contributors each make a case for their own view—representing two versions of covenantal theology and two versions of dispensational theology—and then respond to the others' views to offer an animated yet irenic discussion on the continuity of Scripture. Views and Contributors: Covenant Theology: Michael S. Horton, Gresham Machen Professor of Systematic Theology and Apologetics, Westminster Seminary California Progressive Covenantalism: Stephen J. Wellum, professor of Christian theology, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Progressive Dispensationalism: Darrell L. Bock, Senior Research Professor of New Testament Studies, Dallas Theological Seminary Traditional Dispensationalism: Mark A. Snoeberger, professor of systematic theology and apologetics, Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary Spectrum Multiview Books offer a range of viewpoints on contested topics within Christianity, giving contributors the opportunity to present their position and also respond to others in this dynamic publishing format.

Author : Matthew Stamper
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2010-03-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781449701130

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Covenantal Dispensationalism by Matthew Stamper Pdf

Covenantal Dispensationalism reviews the history and development of Covenant Theology and Dispensationalism, along the way highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each hermeneutical system. This work illustrates how the two sides have grown apart, and seeks to reconcile the two by appealing to common theological concepts the two schools share, as well as providing critique where one side has better evidence for a particular point of doctrine.

Author : Benjamin L. Merkle
Publisher : Lexham Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2020-06-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781683593881

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Discontinuity to Continuity by Benjamin L. Merkle Pdf

What is the best framework for reading the Bible? The question of how to relate the Old and New Testaments is as old as the Bible itself. While most Protestants are unified on the foundations, there are major disagreements on particular issues. Who should be baptized? Is the Christian obligated to obey the Law of Moses? Does the church supplant Israel? Who are the proper recipients of God's promises to Israel? In Discontinuity to Continuity, Benjamin Merkle brings light to the debates between dispensational and covenantal theological systems. Merkle identifies how Christians have attempted to relate the Testaments, placing viewpoints along a spectrum of discontinuity to continuity. Each system's concerns are sympathetically summarized and critically evaluated. Through his careful exposition of these frameworks, Merkle helps the reader understand the key issues in the debate. Providing more light than heat, Merkle's book will help all readers better appreciate other perspectives and articulate their own.

Author : Stephen J. Wellum,Brent E. Parker
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433684036

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Progressive Covenantalism by Stephen J. Wellum,Brent E. Parker Pdf

Building on the foundation of Kingdom through Covenant (Crossway, 2012), Stephen J. Wellum and Brent E. Parker have assembled a team of scholars who offer a fresh perspective regarding the interrelationship between the biblical covenants. Each chapter seeks to demonstrate how the covenants serve as the backbone to the grand narrative of Scripture. For example, New Testament scholar Thomas Schreiner writes on the Sabbath command from the Old Testament and thinks through its applications to new covenant believers. Christopher Cowan wrestles with the warning passages of Scripture, texts which are often viewed by covenant theologians as evidence for a "mixed" view of the church. Jason DeRouchie provides a biblical theology of “seed” and demonstrates that the covenantal view is incorrect in some of its conclusions. Jason Meyer thinks through the role of law in both the old and new covenants. John Meade unpacks circumcision in the OT and how it is applied in the NT, providing further warrant to reject covenant theology's link of circumcision with (infant) baptism. Oren Martin tackles the issue of Israel and land over against a dispensational reading, and Richard Lucas offers an exegetical analysis of Romans 9-11, arguing that it does not require a dispensational understanding. From issues of ecclesiology to the warning passages in Hebrews, this book carefully navigates a mediating path between the dominant theological systems of covenant theology and dispensationalism to offer the reader a better way to understand God’s one plan of redemption.

Author : R. Todd Mangum
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 347 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2007-06-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781556354823

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The Dispensational-Covenantal Rift by R. Todd Mangum Pdf

This groundbreaking study explores how the fight between dispensationalists and covenant theologians started and how a unique dynamic of personalities and sociological factors enflamed it. Readers may be surprised to discover that even the terminology of "dispensationalists" and "covenant theologians" originated in the 1930s' disputes; that the majority of the original protagonists on both sides were Presbyterians; and that soteriology, rather than eschatology, was the original bone of contention between them. This study examines how two respective strands of fundamentalism came to identify one another as theological rivals as they each vied for position in their recently formed separatist bodies. The significance of disagreements over "dispensationalism" is explored in the founding of the Orthodox Presbyterian and Bible Presbyterian churches. And then, as the debate traveled southward, the response of the PCUS is examined, with special attention given to the consummative reports of an ad hoc committee that found "dispensationalism" to be out of harmony with the Westminster doctrinal standards. Significant misunderstandings that impeded fruitful dialogue from the beginning are clarified, particularly those that have persisted most stubbornly to the present day. Perhaps most surprising of all, the reader will discover that nearly all of the original points of debate between dispensationalists and covenant theologians have since been resolved, as each side has honed its position in light of pertinent critiques. Why has this development gone almost unnoticed? This study suggests an answer, and proposes that understanding how the feud began may hold the key to rapprochement today.

Author : Robert M. Mckenzie
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1721124209

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Identifying the Seed by Robert M. Mckenzie Pdf

This book has one goal in mind, to try and bring greater understanding between two dedicated groups of Christians. Dispensationalists and Reformed Christians have a very different understanding of how God has worked in this world as well as how God will continue to work. There is a theological divide that has developed after many years of discussion and stems from a mixture of ignorance; misunderstanding and actual disagreement. Robert McKenzie seeks to examine what each side believes, fleshing out the differences and misunderstandings. He takes a look at the history of each system as well as their theological developments. The author seeks to be faithful to each system pointing out their strengths and weaknesses all the while citing the Scriptures that are used to support each side's belief. It is hoped that with greater understanding the two groups will be able to engage in conversation with a clearer view of why a doctrine is believed and how the different doctrines build into the system. Whether you are a Dispensationalist, believe in Covenant theology or you aren't quite sure if you fall in either camp this book can be tremendously helpful. TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword ii Acknowledgments iii Introduction v 1 Reformed Hermeneutics 1 2 The Covenant of Redemption 14 3 The Covenant of Works 24 4 The Covenant of Grace 34 5 The Abrahamic Covenant 49 6 The Mosaic Covenant 64 7 The New Covenant 71 8 The Two-Age Model 81 9 The Second Coming 95 10 The History of Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology 103 11 The Hermeneutics of Dispensationalism 118 12 The Seven Dispensations 127 13 The Tribulation Period 144 14 The Millennial Kingdom 156 Conclusion 178 Bibliography 182 Scripture Index 190 Subject and Name Index 196

Author : Craig A. Blaising,Darrell L. Bock
Publisher : Zondervan Academic
Page : 403 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2010-08-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310877400

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Dispensationalism, Israel and the Church by Craig A. Blaising,Darrell L. Bock Pdf

The relationship between Israel and the church is a crucial reference point in theology, especially in distinguishing between dispensational and nondispensational ways of thinking. The thesis of this book is that Israel and the church are distinct theological institutions that have arisen in the historical progress of divine revelation. But they are also related as successive phases of a redemptive program that is historically progressive and eschatologically converging. The approach to these issues here is neither polemical nor apologetic; rather, it anticipates a convergence among evangelical scholars in the recognition of both continuity and discontinuity in the Israel-church relationship. This book has three purposes: - To offer a contemporary dispensational treatment of that relationship through an exegetical examination of key texts with a focus on theological concerns - To foster genuine dialogue with nondispensational thinkers regarding major biblical themes tied to the plan of God - To identify the changes in dispensational thought that have developed since the publication of Charles Ryrie's book Dispensationalism Today in 1965

Author : Vern S. Poythress
Publisher : P & R Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1993-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0875523749

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Understanding Dispensationalists by Vern S. Poythress Pdf

Author : Charles C. Ryrie
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2007-02-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781575674261

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Dispensationalism by Charles C. Ryrie Pdf

Dispensationalism continues to provoke heated debate within the Christian world. Highly acclaimed theologian, Dr. Charles C. Ryrie, addresses this crucial issue from the perspective of classic dispensationalism. He confronts the views of covenant theology, historical premillennialism, ultradispensationalism, and, in this revised edition, the increasingly popular progressive dispensationalism. In his best-selling book, Dispensationalism Today, written more than thirty years ago, Dr. Ryrie made this complex subject more understandable for thousands worldwide. This revised and expanded version of that book will prove to be an invaluable reference tool for your library.

Author : Stephen J. Wellum,Brent E. Parker
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2016-04-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433684029

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Progressive Covenantalism by Stephen J. Wellum,Brent E. Parker Pdf

Biblical covenants provide the backbone to the narrative plot line of Scripture; therefore, it is essential to think through the interrelationship between the biblical covenants, starting in creation and culminating in Christ, in order to rightly grasp the "whole counsel of God."

Author : Phillip D. R. Griffiths
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781498234832

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Covenant Theology by Phillip D. R. Griffiths Pdf

God has always dealt with his people through the covenant, yet covenant theology from a Baptist perspective is a teaching that is all too often neglected. Many Baptists don't know why they are Baptist. If questioned they are most likely to respond by alluding to the mode of baptism rather than its underlying theology. This book is easily accessible, providing the reader with a clear understanding of the historical Baptist position. The work points out the errors inherent in the Reformed paedobaptist paradigm, and seeks to show that the only covenant of grace is the new covenant in Christ.

Author : Guy Prentiss Waters,J. Nicholas Reid,John R. Muether
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 731 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433560064

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Covenant Theology by Guy Prentiss Waters,J. Nicholas Reid,John R. Muether Pdf

A Comprehensive Exploration of the Biblical Covenants This book forms an overview of the biblical teaching on covenant as well as the practical significance of covenant for the Christian life. A host of 26 scholars shows how covenant is not only clearly taught from Scripture, but also that it lays the foundation for other key doctrines of salvation. The contributors, who engage variously in biblical, systematic, and historical theology, present covenant theology not as a theological abstract imposed on the Bible but as a doctrine that is organically presented throughout the biblical narrative. As students, pastors, and church leaders come to see the centrality of covenant to the Christian faith, the more the church will be strengthened with faith in the covenant-keeping God and encouraged in their understanding of the joy of covenant life.

Author : Stanley D. Toussaint,J. Lanier Burns
Publisher : Kregel Academic
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0825498813

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Three Central Issues in Contemporary Dispensationalism by Stanley D. Toussaint,J. Lanier Burns Pdf

(Foreword by Charles R. Swindoll) This work examines (1) methods of interpretation, (2) the biblical covenants, and (3) the relationship of Israel and the church from the viewpoints of both the traditional and progressive dispensationalists.

Author : Keith A. Mathison
Publisher : P & R Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0875523595

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Dispensationalism by Keith A. Mathison Pdf

This concise examination of dispensationalism dispels much current confusion by clarifying the most central and problematic teachings of dispensationalists in the light of Scripture and historic Reformed theology.

Author : Donald Harman Akenson
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 521 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2024-02-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780197599792

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The Americanization of the Apocalypse by Donald Harman Akenson Pdf

In the early twentieth century, a new, American scripture appeared on the scene. It was the product of a school of theological thinking known as Dispensationalism, which offered a striking new way of reading the Bible, one that focused attention squarely on the end-times. That scripture, The Scofield Reference Bible, would become the ur-text of American apocalyptic evangelicalism. But while the Scofield took hold in the United States, the belief system from which it emerged, Dispensationalism, was not primarily a homegrown American phenomenon. In The Americanization of the Apocalypse: Creating America's Own Bible Donald Harman Akenson examines the creation and spread of Dispensationalism. The story is a transnational one: created in southern Ireland by evangelical Anglicans, who were terrified by the rise of Catholicism, then transferred to England, where it was expanded upon and next carried to British North America by "Brethren" missionaries and then subsequently embraced by American evangelicals. Akenson combines a respect for individual human agency with an equal recognition of the complex and persuasive ideational system that apocalyptic Dispensationalism presented. For believers, the system explained the world and its future. For the wider culture, the product of this rich evolution was a series of concepts that became part of the everyday vocabulary of American life: end-times, apocalypse, Second Coming, Rapture, and millennium. The Americanization of the Apocalypse is the first book to document, using direct archival evidence, the invention of the epochal Scofield Reference Bible, and thus the provenance of modern American evangelicalism.