Knowledge, Foreknowledge, and the Gospel (Canon Press Monographs) [Paperback]

Douglas Wilson (Author)

Book Description

Series: Canon Press Monographs | Publication Date: June 11, 1996

When we say, "God is an omniscient God," what does that really mean?

Some deny this doctrine, arguing that since God has given us "free will," it must be impossible for Him to see and know all things. But as Doug Wilson points out, if we want to worship an ignorant God, then we will become an ignorant people.

This essay works through key biblical texts which demonstrate God's all-seeing, all-knowing nature. As Wilson explains what they teach us about the Gospel and our salvation, it becomes clear that the doctrine of omniscience ends not in puppet-like slavery but in the freedom which comes from serving a God whose knowledge is complete.

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About the Author

Doug Wilson is pastor of Christ Church, Moscow, Idaho and editor of Credenda/Agenda magazine.

Product Details

• Paperback: 52 pages
• Publisher: Canon Press (June 11, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591280311
• ISBN-13: 978-1591280316
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.4 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,687,187 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #61 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Theology > Protestant

More About the Author

Douglas Wilson is the minister of Christ Church in Moscow, Idaho, which is a member of the Confederation of Reformed Evangelical Churches (CREC). After his stint in the submarine service of the U.S. Navy, he attended the University of Idaho, where he obtained an MA in philosophy.

As one of its founders, he has served on the board of Logos School, a classical and Christian school (K-12), since its inception. He is also a Senior Fellow of theology at New St. Andrews College. He is the author of numerous books, including Reforming Marriage, The Case for Classical Christian Education, Letter from a Christian Citizen, and Blackthorn Winter. He is also the general editor for the Omnibus textbook series. His blog can be found at www.dougwils.com.

All his favorite authors begin their names with initials--C.S. Lewis, G.K. Chesterton, H.L. Mencken, J.R.R. Tolkien, N.D. Wilson, and P.G. Wodehouse. The one exception is Nancy Wilson, a favorite author to whom he has been married for over thirty-four years. They have three children and fifteen grandchildren.