Wayne Grudem is distinguished research professor of Theology and Biblical Studies at Phoenix Seminary in Phoenix, Arizona. He holds degrees from Harvard (AB), Westminster Theological Seminary (MDiv, DD), and Cambridge (PhD). He is the author of more than 30 books including the bestselling Systematic Theology.
'After a quarter century of remarkable usefulness globally, Wayne
Grudem's Systematic Theology, in its second edition, remains
remarkable for its extraordinary juxtapositions. It is penetrating
but not confusing; forthright and unequivocal but not reckless or
overstated; readable and clear but not superficial; biblically
grounded, even biblically saturated, but not textually careless or
glib; devout and reverent but not uncritical or naive; practical
but not trendy or sentimental; comprehensive but not majoring on
minors; a book for the church but not parochial or sectarian. I
thank God for this precious gift to Christ's people worldwide.'
* John Piper, founder and teacher, Desiring God, chancellor,
Bethlehem College and Seminary *
'As a theology professor at Biola University, where I have taught
for over twenty years, I feel like I coteach all my classes with
Wayne Grudem. Our students are taught the basic doctrine of the
Christian faith in three semesters of required courses. Grudem's
Systematic Theology provides the core content for my classes and
many of the other undergraduate theology courses at the university.
Grudem wrote this book to strengthen the church, and it excels in
its clarity, readability, and biblically based approach that seeks
to get theology into real life. Systematic Theology consistently
accomplishes Grudem's goal--to lead the reader to greater knowledge
and worship of the God of the Bible.'
* Erik Thoennes, PhD, professor of and chair of theology, Talbot
School of Theology and Biola University, pastor, Grace Evangelical
Free Church of La Mirada *
'Grudem's Systematic Theology is well organized, easy to
understand, usually persuasive, and devotional. Grudem does not
merely inform you; he stirs your affections to love and worship the
triune God. Grudem is not attempting to write a cutting-edge
contemporary theology that plays theological ping-pong with trendy
nonevangelical theologians. Nor is he attempting to write a
historical theology that exhaustively explains what significant
Bible interpreters and theologians have believed. Rather, he is
serving the church by helping Christians who are not experts in
theology better understand what the whole Bible says about God,
God's Word, man, Christ, the Holy Spirit, angels and demons,
salvation, the church, and the end times.'
* Andy Naselli, associate professor of systematic theology and
New Testament, Bethlehem College and Seminary, Minneapolis, pastor,
Bethlehem Baptist Church *
'How does one improve on a classic? You can't, say some. But I beg
to differ. In this second and expanded edition of Systematic
Theology, Wayne Grudem has made his classic work even better, more
insightful, significantly more detailed, and an even greater
resource for the Christian and the local church. When I'm asked to
recommend a good and comprehensive volume on Christian doctrine and
practice, I never hesitate. My encouragement is precise and to the
point: 'Get Grudem!''
* Sam Storms, PhD, lead pastor for preaching and vision,
Bridgeway Church, Oklahoma City *
'I can neither quantify nor qualify all the ways in which Wayne
Grudem's Systematic Theology has assisted me over the past
twenty-five years. I've turned to it innumerable times and for
innumerable reasons, and it has invariably proven a trusted and
steady guide. It was there when I was first exploring Christian
doctrine and there when I was ready to dive deeper. I can say truly
that few books have been more meaningful or had more influence.
With the arrival of this long-awaited second edition, it is fitting
that the book that has so guided me and my generation can be
refreshed in such a way that it can equally impact my children and
theirs. I have every confidence that it will.'
* Tim Challies, author of Epic: An Around-the-World Journey
through Christian History *
'I used to tell people that Grudem's Systematic Theology was the
best single volume theology available. After using it for a quarter
of a century, I now believe it is the best of all the systematic
theologies in print, single or multivolume. It is one of those rare
works that can challenge the scholar and instruct the beginner.
This new edition addresses the most important changes in the
theological landscape since 1994, and it has completely updated
bibliographies. It is simply indispensable.'
* Dr. Jack Deere, author and Old Testament scholar *
'I warmly welcome the second edition of Systematic Theology. There
is nothing like it. Here is an introduction to biblical doctrine
that every believer can read and understand. As we read we are not
only informed but edified and led to worship. And when we disagree
or simply want to dig deeper, we are pointed to other resources in
the Christian tradition. Just as the first edition was widely used,
so I trust this new edition will do much good.'
* Bill James, principal, London Seminary, UK *
'It is impossible to estimate the benefit that Wayne Grudem's
Systematic Theology has had for countless individuals, churches,
Bible colleges, and seminaries over the past twenty-five-plus
years. I've gladly used it as my main text in teaching theology to
thousands of students whom I've had the privilege to teach at
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and Southern Seminary. And oh
how my students have loved the clarity, comprehensiveness,
worshipfulness, and biblical fidelity of this textbook. But now we
have, due to Dr. Grudem's painstaking work, an even better, more
complete, updated version of this excellent theology book. Praise
be to God, and deep thanks to Wayne Grudem, for extending the life
of this work and making it even better for another generation of
theological students of God's Word.'
* Bruce A. Ware, T. Rupert and Lucille Coleman Professor of
Christian Theology, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary,
Louisville, Kentucky *
'Our current generation is seeing a resurgence in Reformed theology
and practice, fueled by the likes of John Piper, R. C. Sproul, John
MacArthur, the Gospel Coalition, and the Southern Baptist
Theological Seminary. At the heart of this renaissance is a
textbook read by over 750,000 students, pastors, Christian leaders,
and lay people in churches. Defining and explaining scores of
doctrines, connecting them to the Bible, providing interpretations
of key supporting passages, defending a Reformed theological
understanding of the doctrines, and offering concrete applications
of them, Wayne Grudem's Systematic Theology: An Introduction to
Biblical Doctrine has provided an essential foundation for this
Reformed resurgence. This second edition, updated and expanded,
will undoubtedly continue to energize this reawakening!'
* Gregg R. Allison, professor of Christian theology, Southern
Baptist Theological Seminary, author, Historical Theology: An
Introduction to Christian Doctrine *
'Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem stands squarely in the stream
of broadly Reformed tradition on the main issues of theology,
including the doctrine of Scripture, the doctrine of God, and the
doctrine of salvation. Perhaps the strongest feature of the book is
its accessibility. Grudem does not water down the meat of theology.
But by minimizing technical terminology and by including hymns,
questions, and indications of application, he makes systematic
theology much more accessible and life-invigorating for a large
range of Christian readers. In this second edition he has made
further improvements by including new material and by modifying his
views on a few difficult issues.'
* Vern Poythress, distinguished professor of New Testament,
biblical interpretation, and systematic theology, Westminster
Theological Seminary *
'The whole church is indebted to Wayne Grudem for a fresh
presentation of evangelical Christianity. . . . Even those who do
not share his . . . positions on certain issues will be enriched by
Grudem's clear statement of basic evangelical theology and his
helpful cross-references to other major theological positions. Of
particular value is his constant eye to the application of doctrine
to personal life, ministry, and the church. For Grudem,
intellectual understanding cannot be separated from heart
experience.'
* Allan Coppedge, former Beeson Professor of Christian Theology,
Asbury Theological Seminary *
'Wayne Grudem studied with me in the early 1970s, and both of us
have endorsed one another's systematic theologies. That is perhaps
unusual. Our two books look at theology from somewhat different
'perspectives,' as I like to say, and so they appeal to somewhat
different readers. But Grudem's book has sold a lot more copies,
and deservedly so. I couldn't be happier. I wish that all Christian
writers could be as thankful for God's ministry through friendly
'rivals,' authors who bless the church through biblical, clear, and
winsome teaching. Scripture is so rich that we need to look at it
from many angles. We need more systematic theologies, not fewer.
But for now, Wayne's work is the best.'
* John Frame, professor of systematic theology and philosophy
emeritus, Reformed Theological Seminary *
'Wayne Grudem's second edition of Systematic Theology displays all
the virtues of the first. He shows and explains how the doctrines
discussed stem from the biblical text. Even if readers disagree
here or there, they understand why Grudem argues as he does since
he makes his case from the Scriptures. The book stands out for its
clarity and accessibility. Academics, immersed in technical study
for years, are prone to forget that most people have never read a
systematic theology before. The lucidity and simplicity of Grudem
makes his work an ideal textbook. This is not to say that scholars
cannot profit from his work as well since he lays out arguments
cogently. The pastoral tone of the work shines through as well. The
hymns and songs concluding the chapters remind us that theology
isn't a matter of abstract teaching but should lead us to praise
and worship of the Lord.'
* Thomas R. Schreiner, James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New
Testament Interpretation and Professor Of Biblical Theology,
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary *
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