systematic theology

Archibald Alexander (1772–1851) is known for his warm, experimental Calvinism, being the first professor at Old Princeton Seminary and for being a father of early American presbyterianism. Charles Hodge (1797–1878), a major theologian in his own right, was his student, and took down Alexander’s...

Hey folks, Forgive me if this has been posted before, but I was just looking at Crossway's "coming soon" section, and they have set a release date for the fourth volume of Dr. Beeke's Reformed Systematic Theology - May 14, 2024. The Table of Contents is as follows: Part 6: Ecclesiology: The...

I have been listening to Dr. John Gerstner's lectures on systematic theology (called "Handout Theology") on Ligonier's website. Dr. Gerstner is one of my favorite people to listen to. Yesterday, I listened to his lecture on creation. It was one of the most bizarre things I've ever heard on the...

I read a fair amount of Dutch theological works, and I see J. J. van Oosterzee's name mentioned all the time, especially in Berkhof's works. Was van Oosterzee a solid theologian? Is he worth reading? I am wondering if anyone here has consulted his Christian Dogmatics before. If so, what are your...

Hi! I'm very new. I would appreciate some advice on how to proceed to study Systematic Theology by Louis Berkoff. Do you just read it straight through? Do you take notes? How do you take notes? How do you make sure you remember what you already read? Can anyone share a sample with me? Thank you.

The Reasonableness of the Christian Religion by Jonathan Dickinson (1688–1747) Jonathan Dickinson (1688–1747), was an American Presbyterian minister of the Gospel, and founder and first president of the College of New Jersey. Dickinson’s work before you is one of fundamentals. He has chosen...

The Ten Commandments in the Life of the Christian by C. Matthew McMahon (357 pages) In the contemporary church biblical teaching revolving around the Ten Commandments is inconsistent at best. Paul’s statement, misunderstood, is often what Christians will run to, “for ye are not under the law...

Sparks of Divine Glory: A Practical Study of the Attributes of God by C. Matthew McMahon (725 Pages, Linen Hardcover) Is there a good reason to study the doctrine of God? Knowing God, or not knowing God, has eternal consequences to it. The Savior came to explain the Father (John 1:18) and he...

Do we have any clue of when the new edition of Systematic Theology will be released? I have been watching on the Banner site for some time and can’t find anything about a date.

Hi friends! I'm looking to start a new translation project and I made a Patreon page, which is a sort of crowd-funding. Here is a bit of information about the project: I am beginning the translation of Johannes Hoornbeek’s Institutiones theologicae ex optimis autoribus concinatae [Institutes...

"I have long come to the conclusion that men may be more systematic in their statements than the Bible, and may be led into grave error by idolatrous veneration of a system." J.C. Ryle Pithy Gems https://www.gracegems.org/30/short_pithy_gems_from_jc_ryle.htm :)

I have read a little bit from the bodies of divinity of both Thomas Watson and Thomas Boston. For those that have read one or (preferably) both, how would you characterize, compare, and contrast the two? What are the benefits you see of each? I am considering reading one next year. For example...

(I posted this in "General Discussions" because it is not a full book review, nor is it a theological discussion or question.) Dr. Wayne Grudem's second edition of his famous and widely-acclaimed Systematic Theology was released December 8, 2020. I pre-ordered the volume in Logos, looking...

Friends, If you have not heard already, Phase 2 of Early English Books Online has just been made publicly available on the net (ahead of schedule); the collection has over 35,000 volumes, including many reformed and puritan works. You may search Phases 1 & 2 here...

There are many people I so wish had written a proper systematic theology. I wish John Murray had; I wish Jonathan Edwards had; I wish Cornelius Van Til had. The one I most wish had written one, though, is John Owen. A year or so ago, I purchased the entire works of Owen (including his Hebrews...

I've dipped into both Berkof's and Hodge's Systematic Theologies. I have both in my library. Are there other good authors one should consult like Geerhardus Vos's Reformed Dogmatics. Does he treat Lutheranism in those books. Or besides Systematic Theologies what should one read to get a good...

What is necessary truth in relationship to the Gospel? Byfield explains what central truths surround the Gospel in an easy to understand format. Great for family worship! Christian Truths Necessary for Salvation by Nicholas Byfield (1579–1622) (250 pages) Nicholas Byfield (1579–1622) was a...

The Jesuit Robert Bellarmine (d. 1621) was the most important apologist in all of Church history for the Romanist Church. Responses to his works numbered into the several hundreds. As Bellarmine's volumes of disputations covered most doctrines of the Christian faith in an orderly way, so full...

Greetings brethren and fellow PBer's, There is a new translation of never-before-translated sections of Samuel Rutherford's Examen Arminianismi available now on Reformed Books Online. The work is a systematic examination and refutation of the teachings of the Remonstrant Arminians and it tends...

The Nature and Method of Secret Prayer by Samuel Lee (1625-1691) Samuel Lee (1625-1691) was a learned puritan divine and preacher who ministered in both England and New England. What is prayer? And what is the difference between prayer and secret prayer? What is the best method for secret...

5 Marks of Biblical Commitment to the Visible Body of Christ by C. Matthew McMahon This work, in an effort to serve the Lord Jesus Christ in his church, demonstrates how Christians ought to have a sound theology surrounding biblical commitment to Christ’s visible body. This topic includes the...

Our church and surrounding churches within the OPC have been dealing with a very vocal and troublesome kinist over the last several years. My pastor contacted me today and asked me to do a little research for him. This kinist claims that no systematic theology has dealt with the issue of the...

Zipped archive contains over ninety systematic theology class notes (PDF) from classes given at First Presbyterian Church, Columbia, SC over a period of two years.

The Nature, Danger and Cure of Temptation by Richard Capel (1586–1656) Richard Capel (1586–1656) was a puritan divine who demonstrated a powerful and fiery preaching of the Gospel. He was invited to sit on the Westminster Assembly, which demonstrates his high regard; and Richard Sibbes called...

I've been reading some Reformed Scholastics on varying topics, and they quote from Lactantius from time to time. He seems like a pretty big figure for the early church in attempting to systematize Christian doctrine to combat error, and wanted to ask PB if he is worth reading. If he is, what...

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I am going to buy my first systematic theology; I'm considering three options: 1. Geerhardus Vos - Reformed Dogmatics, Five Volume Set (link) 2. Herman Bavinck - Reformed Dogmatics, 4 Volume Set (link) 3. Charles Hodge - Systematic Theology (3 volume set) (link) - Which one do you...

Dear Brethren, We have finally completed the first volume of De Moor's massive Systematic Theology. This first piece deals with Prolegomena. You can find it here...

Just wondering if y'all wanted to help me list the recent Reformed (I mean that term broadly) Systematics, say 1990 on? So far, I have: Systematic Theology - Wayne Grudem A New Systematic Theology of the Christian Faith - Robert Reymond Systematic Theology - Morton Smith The Whole...

What approach (Biblical Theology or Systematic Theology) do you use in your study of the Bible and why?