How to Read Theology

How to Read TheologyOutreach 2019 Resource of the Year (Theology Biblical Studies) This handy, accessible introduction to reading theology helps readers engage doctrine critically and charitably. It serves as a primer to theological texts, offering practical guidelines for assessing theology and equipping the next generation of pastors and theologians to read theological literature wisely even when they might disagree with it. An ideal theology textbook, it is especially

Green leads readers through the sociological

It will be a valuable resource in my personal library

The second edition of Smith's well-received debut book provides updated interaction with contemporary hermeneutical discussions and responds to criticisms

helping students engage in psychology in a theologically informed way

the evangelical community has been slow to take up a call to creation care

and their scripture

strengthens faith

A Respected Scholar Introduces Students to the Discipline of Old Testament Studies

The second edition has been updated and revised throughout

Renowned theologian Jeremy Begbie believes that the arts by their nature push against reductionism

The process they present incorporates various methods of biblical study to help readers hear the message of the Bible on its own terms

but their importance for ethics has often been overlooked