Learn to identify, evaluate, and refine your approach to forming
theological conclusions based on the biblical text.
The Bible has long served as the standard for Christian practice, yet
believers still disagree on how biblical passages should be interpreted
and applied. Only when readers fully understand the constructs that
inform their process of moving from Scripture to theology--and those of
others--can Christians fully evaluate teachings that claim to be
"biblical."
In this book--part of the Counterpoints series--scholars who affirm an
inspired Bible, relevant and authoritative for every era, present models
they consider most faithful to Scripture
- Walter C. Kaiser, Jr.: Principlizing Model
- Daniel M. Doriani: Redemptive-Historical Model
- Kevin J. Vanhoozer: Drama-of-Redemption Model
- William J. Webb: Redemptive-Movement Model
Each position receives critiques from the proponents of the other views.
Moreover, due to the far-reaching implications this topic holds for
biblical studies, theology, and church teaching, this book includes
three additional reflections by Christopher J. H. Wright, Mark L.
Strauss, and Al Wolters on the theological and practical interpretation
of biblical texts.
The Counterpoints series presents a comparison and critique of
scholarly views on topics important to Christians that are both
fair-minded and respectful of the biblical text. Each volume is a
one-stop reference that allows readers to evaluate the different
positions on a specific issue and form their own, educated opinion.
