| Theoretical-Practical Theology, Vol. 2: Faith in the Triune God Contributor(s): Van Mastricht, Petrus (Author) |
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ISBN: 1601786743 ISBN-13: 9781601786746 Publisher: Reformation Heritage Books OUR PRICE: $45.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christian Theology - Systematic - Religion | Christian Living - General |
| Dewey: 230.42 |
| LCCN: 2018014361 |
| Physical Information: 1.8" H x 6.3" W x 9.3" (2.75 lbs) 704 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Petrus van Mastricht's Theoretical and Practical Theology presents one of the most comprehensive methods of treating Christian doctrine. In it, Mastricht treats every theological topic according to a four-part approach: exegetical, dogmatic, elenctic, and practical. As a body of divinity, it combines a rigorous, scholastic treatment of doctrine with the pastoral aim of preparing people to live for God through Christ. Students and pastors will find it a valuable model for moving from the text of Scripture to doctrinal formulation that will edify the people of God. Volume 2, Faith in the Triune God , delivers a thorough treatment of the doctrine of God. Mastricht begins his consideration of theology proper with a substantial chapter on saving faith, reminding readers that contemplating God apart from true faith will fall short of the salvation of their soul. Mastricht then discusses the subject of God in three main divisions. First, he treats the existence of God and our knowledge of him. Second, he discusses the divine essence as it is revealed through the names and attributes of God. Third, Mastricht carefully details the Trinitarian nature of the one God who subsists in three persons. |
Contributor Bio(s): Rester, Rester M.: - is a historian of early modern theology and philosophy in the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy, and Politics, Queen's University Belfast, as well as Associate Professor of Church History at Westminster Theological Seminary. He also volunteers as the director of The Junius Institute for Digital Reformation Research.Beeke, Joel R.: - is president and professor of systematic theology and homiletics at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, and a pastor of the Heritage Reformed Congregation in Grand Rapids, Michigan.Van Mastricht, Petrus: - (1630"€"1706) was a Dutch theologian who studied at Utrecht under Gisbertus Voetius and Johannes Hoornbeeck. He pastored churches in the Netherlands and taught at the universities of Duisburg and Utrecht. His Theoretical-Practical Theology was praised by many as one of the great works of systematic theology and is noted for treating Christian doctrine comprehensively from its exegetical foundations to its practical use for one's soul. |