Description
Understanding the Basics and Blessings of Covenant Theology
From animal sacrifice in the Old Testament to baptism and Communion in the New Testament, the Bible can seem like it contains vastly different instructions for how God's people are to worship him through visible means. But Scripture is a complete story of redemption, one that is breathtaking in its unity. By observing how all biblical events connect through God's covenants with his people, believers can better grasp the beauty of the triune God and the breathtaking unity of Scripture, knowing the Father, through the Son, by the Spirit.
In this practical introduction, professor Ryan McGraw gives readers a framework for understanding the structure of the Bible. Explaining the blessing of covenant theology, he reveals how the sacraments illustrate God's relationship with his people throughout the ages and help unify all parts of Scripture, from God's promises in Genesis to their fulfillment in Revelation. Exploring the covenants of redemption, works, and grace, this book will give readers clarity about the gospel, and teach them how to live in fellowship with the triune God and others.
Accessible Introduction: Explains the basics and blessings of covenant theology
Practical: Illustrates the role of the covenant in the church, families, and everyday life
A Great Study Resource: Includes discussion questions at the end of each chapter
Endorsements
"Covenant theology—an essential dimension of Reformed theology—unites the sixty-six books of the Bible in beautiful, Christocentric harmony. Exploring the covenants of redemption, works, and grace, Ryan McGraw ably sketches the covenant motif from the seed promise in Genesis to the new Jerusalem in the book of Revelation. He demonstrates that grasping covenant theology helps us grow in our understanding of Scripture, our communion with the triune God that produces joy and piety, and our lives as individuals, families, and churches—all to the glory of the one who designed the marvelous plan of salvation. Covenant theology, then, is so magnificent because it is simply gospel theology that inevitably produces Trinitarian doxology."
Joel R. Beeke, Chancellor and Professor of Systematic Theology and Homiletics, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary; Pastor, Heritage Reformed Congregation, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction: Why Do the Basics and the Blessings Go Together?
Chapter 1: Covenant Theology and the Unity of Scripture
Chapter 2: The Covenant of Grace
Chapter 3: Covenant, Testament, and Joyful Bible Reading
Chapter 4: Covenant Theology and the Triune God
Chapter 5: Covenant Theology and the Christian Life
Chapter 6: Questions and Answers about Covenant Theology
Recommended Resources
General Index
Scripture Index
Product Details
Title: What Is Covenant Theology?: Tracing God's Promises through the Son, the Seed, and the Sacraments
Author: Ryan M. McGraw
Publisher: Crossway Publishing
Pages: 160
Binding: Paperback
Size: 20.3 x 13.3 x 1.1
ISBN: 9781433592775