Calvin: Theologian and Reformer

ISBN: 1601780915

Author: Joel R. Beeke

Condition: Used

This volume grows out of a conference at The John Owen Centre for Theological Study in London to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformer's birth. Topics covered include Calvin's life and reforming work, his Institutes of the Christian Religion, aspects of his theology, and his commitment to revolutionary living and powerful preaching.The contributors are Joel Beeke, Sinclair Ferguson, Ian Hamilton, Anthony Lane, Ray Pennings, and Paul Wells.Table of Contents:Introduction - Gary J. WilliamsPART 1 - LIFE AND WORK1. Calvin the Man: A Heart Aflame - Sinclair B. Ferguson2. Calvin the Reformer - Ian Hamilton3. Calvin's Way of Doing Theology: Exploring the Institutes - Anthony N. S. LanePART 2 - DOCTRINE AND EXPERIENCE4. Calvin and Union with Christ: The Heart of Christian Doctrine - Paul Wells5. Calvin and Christian Experience: The Holy Spirit in the Life of the Christian - Sinclair B. FergusonPART 3 CHRISTIAN LIVING AND MINISTRY6. Calvin the Revolutionary: Christian Living in a Fallen World - Joel R. Beeke and Ray Pennings7. Calvin and Preaching: The Power of the Word - Joel R. Beeke