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Handbook of Evangelical Theology: A Historical, Biblical, and Contemporary Survey and Review

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Dr. Lightner's clear, concise presentation of the classical dispensational position makes this book a must have for any Bible Teacher's library. He does and excellent job of presenting historical and biblical background as well as differing opinions to each of the major areas of the Christian Belief.

Lightner presents the basic points for premillennial dispensationalism in an easy-to-read style. He covers much ground offering the reader a synopsis of 2000 years worth of orthodoxy. While not as voluminous as Grudem or Erickson, the book nonetheless helps the layman understand various issues of popular debate in evangelicism.

This is a great concise rendering of the Theology that most conservative Christians live by. I use this book as a primer for my Freshman College Students who are headed off to Secular Universities. I think it gives them a great tool for researching what they believe about the Bible so that they have a concise answer to other students about why they believe what they believe.

Also, this is a great book for any Church Volunteer Staff Worker that is working with middle school, high school or college students. While I was youth pastoring I would make sure that each of my staff had access to a copy of this book.

This is a must reference book for your shelf. You won't be disappointed with Dr. Lightner's writing.

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While not as detailed as other books, this is an excellent starter for a person interested in knowing the basics of Christian theology. I especially like the format of each chapter. Professor Lightner offers a brief summary of the topic, then he gives the historical perspective, from there he talks about the agreements held by orthodox Christians, then the areas of disagreements some may take (for example in the chapter "God the Holy spirit" he sites the areas of disagreement whether the miraculous gifts are still for today or if they were only for the early church just to name one example) He finishes out the chapter with a conclusion and questions. It is worth noting he makes his views quite known but is very charitable to those holding different viewpoints. In an age where many want a more "Seeker Sensitive" or "User Friendly" church and sound teaching has taken a back seat, this book is an invaluable resource for the instruction of solid Biblical doctrine to lay persons.