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'This book sets out in short compass what seems to me to be the permanent essentials of Christianity, viewed as both a belief system and a way of life ... Theology is for doxology and devotion - that is, the praise of God and the practice of godliness. It should therefore be presented in a way that brings awareness of the divine presence. Theology is at its healthiest when it is consciously under the eye of God of whom it speaks, and when it is singing to his glory.' - J. I Packer
Packer's classic summary covers nearly one hundred subjects, from a Reformed perspective. Brief, easy-to-understand chapters offer precise descriptions without sacrificing depth. The four main sections present God revealed as Creator, Redeemer, Lord of grace, and Lord of destiny.
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J. I. Packer is recognized as one of today's leading evangelical theologians. He is Board of Governors Professor of Theology at Regent College, Vancouver, British Colombia, and the author of numerous books including 'Keep in step with the Spirit', 'Knowing God', 'A Passion for Holiness' and 'Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God'.
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Christianity is the true worship and service of the true God, humankind's Creator and Redeemer. Read the first page
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is well suited for individual or small group study (I have done both). It has about 90 short chapters (2-4 pages each) of essential Christian doctrines, and is written from a Reformed perspective. Packer's writing style is straightforward, concise, and intended to be read by anyone. He includes numerous scripture references to support each of the doctrines, and I have found it useful to read a chapter and then spend up to an hour reading all of the related scripture references.
Sample topics include: Revelation (Scripture is the Word of God), Predestination (God has a purpose), Trinity (God is one and three), Holiness (God is Light), Conscience (God teaches and cleanses the heart), Incarnation, Virgin Birth, Repentance, Elders, Lord's Supper, Marriage, the Family, Second Coming, Heaven, Hell and many others.
Again, each chapter emphasizes why the doctrine is important for us to know - e.g., what difference it should make in our life. This book is wonde! rful for strengthening your faith and beliefs - helping you know why you believe what you believe, always based on the Bible.
May God bless you through this work as much as He has blessed me.....
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A previous reviewer complains that the sub-title of this fine book is misleading, because it does not deal with the historical development of Christian doctrine.
But Packer does not set out to write a guide to 'historical' theology, but rather a summary of 'historic' theology. And that's a rather different aim. By 'historic Christian beliefs', he means the 'classic mainstream' beliefs as set out in the Westminster Confession and similar documents. Packer has written a number of books on 'historical' theology, but this is not one of them.
Behind this attention to post-Reformation doctrinal standards is a determination to read theology out of Scripture, rather than merely out of the seething mass of human speculation and opinion.
Packer has achieved his aim superbly well. I know of no other book which provides such a clear summary of the basic doctrines of the Christian faith. Packer was (and is) an exceptionally fine scholar, and brings great learning and wisdom to his task.
Then again, this book is simple, but not simplistic. I like what Packer says about this in his preface:-
'Remembering that the Lord Jesus Christ called those he wanted fed "sheep" rather than "giraffes", I have aimed to keep things as simple as possible. Archbishop William Temple was once told that he had made a complex issue very simple; he was hugely delighted, and said at once: "Lord, who made me simple, make me simpler yet." My heart goes with Temple's, and I have tried to keep my head in line with it.'
But Packer does not set out to write a guide to 'historical' theology, but rather a summary of 'historic' theology. And that's a rather different aim. By 'historic Christian beliefs', he means the 'classic mainstream' beliefs as set out in the Westminster Confession and similar documents. Packer has written a number of books on 'historical' theology, but this is not one of them.
Behind this attention to post-Reformation doctrinal standards is a determination to read theology out of Scripture, rather than merely out of the seething mass of human speculation and opinion.
Packer has achieved his aim superbly well. I know of no other book which provides such a clear summary of the basic doctrines of the Christian faith. Packer was (and is) an exceptionally fine scholar, and brings great learning and wisdom to his task.
Then again, this book is simple, but not simplistic. I like what Packer says about this in his preface:-
'Remembering that the Lord Jesus Christ called those he wanted fed "sheep" rather than "giraffes", I have aimed to keep things as simple as possible. Archbishop William Temple was once told that he had made a complex issue very simple; he was hugely delighted, and said at once: "Lord, who made me simple, make me simpler yet." My heart goes with Temple's, and I have tried to keep my head in line with it.'
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Books on theology are usually very large and need a lot of dedicated time to absorb. Jim Packer's Concise Theology is exactly what it says. Many theological topics are each covered in an authoritative concise readable form, covering 2 or 3 pages each. Very useful for those new to teaching or preaching or those looking for a summary that has clarity that can be handed to others in personal conversation, sermons, Bible Studies etc.. It is really "your starter for 10".
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