Christian Beliefs: Twenty Basics Every Christian Should Know

by Wayne Grudem

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God doesn't call every Christian to go off to seminary, but there are certain matters of doctrine-that is, the church's teaching-that every Christian simply must know. Theology is important because what we believe affects how we live. Whether you're a rel.

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The book is a adequate summary of core doctrines from a classic, reform perspective. There are sections which are brilliant, and others that are meh. Does not talk about equality valid interpretations of some of these doctrinal issues from other traditions.
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This book is a well written, concise briefing of the basics of Systematic Theology. In fact, it closes with a wonderful annotated listing of books on Systematic Theology written in detail from various denominational perspectives. As a layman, detailed debate about different interpretations of Scripture based on denominational bias is not a high priority. I struggle with applying what I already know to be truth from God's Word.

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Wayne Grudem (PhD, University of Cambridge; DD, Westminster Technological Seminary) is Distinguished Research Professor of Theology and Biblical Studies at Phoenix Seminary. He is a member of the Translation Oversight Committee for the English Standard Version of the Bible, the general editor of the ESV Study Bible, and the author of over show more twenty-five books. show less

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Religion & Spirituality, Nonfiction
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230ReligionChristianityChristianity
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BT77 .G875Philosophy, Psychology and ReligionDoctrinal TheologyDoctrinal Theology
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