In this work Louis Berkhof explores the the history and theology of assurance of salvation through faith, showing how a Christian should be assured of their salvation through trusting Christ. This is a phenomenal book to read if you are doubting your faith.

Summary of Christian Doctrine by Louis Berkhof is an essential resource for anyone seeking a foundational understanding of Christian beliefs from a Reformed perspective. Aimed initially at high school students, this concise work distills Berkhof's larger Systematic Theology into a more accessible format without sacrificing depth. It covers a broad range of topics such as God and creation, humanity's relation to God, Christ's person and work, the application of redemption, the church and means of grace, and eschatology. Berkhof's methodical approach ensures that each doctrine is thoroughly explained, making it an excellent tool for both personal and group study. The inclusion of review questions and suggestions for further study at the end of each chapter enhances its value as a teaching aid and encourages deeper exploration of the faith.

Louis Berkhof, well-known Reformed theologian from the early 20th century, left us with this widely-appreciated and timeless resource on the New Testament. Complete with well-organized outlines and clearly presented overviews of each New Testament book, this work is a valuable addition to any reference library.

Berkhof's Summary of Christian Doctrine is a very concise version of his 1932 magnum opus, Systematic Theology. Berkhof's theological views do not differ significantly from that of earlier Reformed theologians such as Abraham Kuyper and Herman Bavinck, but his skilled summaries have proven very useful for teaching and instruction, particularly to young people and those beginning a deeper study of the Reformed tradition. This volume offers a simpler and briefer presentation of Christian doctrine geared especially to high school students. Technical terms and detailed explanations have been avoided, and important Scripture passages are printed in full.

2020 Reprint of the 1941 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition software. Considered one of the classics on Systematic Theology, the book covers all the basics on the reality of God, the atonement of Christ and the final state of man and the last things. Anyone who wishes to study theology would be wise to read this book as many in the Reformed tradition hold that it is a landmark in its field. It is arguably the most important twentieth century compendium of Reformed Theology. 'The work seemed particularly important to me', writes the author, 'in view of the widespread doctrinal indifference of the present day, of the resulting superficiality and confusion in the minds of many professing Christians, of the insidious errors that are zealously propagated even from the pulpits, and of the alarming increase of all kinds of sects.

This is the most important 20th century compendium of Reformed Theology. Louis Berkhof's loyalty to the well-defined lines of the Reformed faith, his concise and compact style and his up-to date treatment have made this work the most important twentieth century compendium of Reformed theology. 'The work seemed particularly important to me', writes the author, 'in view of the widespread doctrinal indifference of the present day, of the resulting superficiality and confusion in the minds of many professing Christians, of the insidious errors that are zealously propagated even from the pulpits, and of the alarming increase of all kinds of sects. If there ever was a time when the church ought to guard her precious heritage, the deposit of the truth that was entrusted to her care, that time is now'.

Professor Berkhof died in 1957, at the age of 83. He was an outstanding American teacher and the author of some 22 books. After two pastorates, he began his long career as professor at Calvin Seminary, Grand Rapids, in 1906. Here he remained for 38 years, devoting his talents and immense stores of knowledge to the training of men for the ministry. His Systematic Theology was his magnum opus, being revised and enlarged during his lifetime until it reached its present final form.

Considered one of the classics on Systematic Theology, the book covers all the basics on the reality of God, the atonement of Christ and the final state of man and the last things. Anyone who wishes to study theology would be wise to read this book as many in the Reformed tradition hold that it is a landmark in its field. It is arguably the most important twentieth century compendium of Reformed Theology. 'The work seemed particularly important to me', writes the author, 'in view of the widespread doctrinal indifference of the present day, of the resulting superficiality and confusion in the minds of many professing Christians, of the insidious errors that are zealously propagated even from the pulpits, and of the alarming increase of all kinds of sects.

Considered one of the best books on Systematic Theology ever written, it covers all the basics on the reality of God, the atonement of Christ and the final state of man and the last things. Anyone that wishes to study theology would be wise to read this book as many in the Reformed tradition hold that this book is a landmark book in its field.

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This complete edition of Louis Berkhof's magnum opus includes both his Introductory Volume to Systematic Theology and his classic Systematic Theology. In his monumental treatment of the doctrines of the Reformed faith, Berkhof covers the full range of theology in traditional systematic fashion, examining the doctrines of God, anthropology, Christology, soteriology, ecclesiology, and eschatology. The result is a comprehensive work written in a scholarly yet simple style.

The foreword by Richard A. Muller explains the relation and importance of Berkhof's prolegomena to the rest of his systematic theology, while complete indexes, thorough bibliographies, and questions for further study make this edition ideal for students. Since its original publication in 1939, Berkhof's Systematic Theology has remained the most influential twentieth-century compendium of Reformed theology.

Con este volumen ampliamos nuestra colección de estudios de dogmática reformada con un tratado directo y contundente de la doctrina de la expiación escrito por la mano de uno de los teólogos reformados más confiables de los últimos cien años.

La Expiación Vicaria a través de Cristo sin duda llegará a ser lectura obligatoria para todo estudiante de la dogmática reformada quien desea entender la formulación reformada de la doctrina de la expiación.

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