Vern A. Poythress, The Shadow of Christ in the Law of Moses (1991).
As we look to Scripture to guide us in issues facing our legal system, a great place to start, of course, is the law that God gave His people to govern themselves as a nation in the time of Moses. Special issues arise, however, as we seek to apply the lessons (or the specifics) of those laws to our time. Dr. Poythress first explains the Old Testament laws, with special attention to interpreting the law of Moses in light of Christ. In Part II, he discusses the specific penalties of the law, drawing applications for the modern state as well. Although its 400 pages are filled with theological terms and tools, the book is accessible to the layman.
Showing posts with label Supplemental. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Supplemental. Show all posts
How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth
Gordon D. Fee & Douglas Stuart, How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth (2d ed. 1993).
This short and indispensable reference (272 pages) gives the lay reader a primer on every subject related to Bible study. From choosing a translation or commentary, to handling Revelation or the Prophets, this introduction to serious Bible reading addresses the big picture in a very readable format.
This short and indispensable reference (272 pages) gives the lay reader a primer on every subject related to Bible study. From choosing a translation or commentary, to handling Revelation or the Prophets, this introduction to serious Bible reading addresses the big picture in a very readable format.
Triumph of God's Great Plan
Derke P. Bergsma, Redemption: The Triumph of God's Great Plan (1973).
Bergsma describes his purpose: “The guiding objective of this study is to understand each major part of the Bible in its relationship to the grand design of God’s determination to save the world. It presents the ‘big picture,’ focusing especially upon Jesus Christ in whom the entire Scripture finds its unity. It moves from Genesis to Revelation, tracing the unfolding pattern which reveals God’s love for a lost world and His determination to save it. It is organized along the lines of Biblical Epochs which are identifiable historical segments of the history of redemption.” At 134 pages, this book is a short introduction to “Biblical Theology,” helping the student to understand God’s Word as “a whole” and leading to deeper study pertaining to law.
Bergsma describes his purpose: “The guiding objective of this study is to understand each major part of the Bible in its relationship to the grand design of God’s determination to save the world. It presents the ‘big picture,’ focusing especially upon Jesus Christ in whom the entire Scripture finds its unity. It moves from Genesis to Revelation, tracing the unfolding pattern which reveals God’s love for a lost world and His determination to save it. It is organized along the lines of Biblical Epochs which are identifiable historical segments of the history of redemption.” At 134 pages, this book is a short introduction to “Biblical Theology,” helping the student to understand God’s Word as “a whole” and leading to deeper study pertaining to law.
Five Views on Law and Gospel
Greg L. Bahnsen, Walter C. Kaiser, Jr., et al, Five Views on Law and Gospel (1993).
This book presents five scholarly views on the relevance of Old Testament law to our lives as Christians today. The five views are presented in a very readable format. Each scholar has written one chapter, espousing his view, and, in addition, each has written a brief response to all the other presenters. William A. VanGemeren presents the non-theonomic reformed view, Greg Bahnsen presents a theonomic reformed view, Walter Kaiser, Jr. argues that the “weightier issues of the law of Moses” are binding today, Douglas Moo gives a “modified” Lutheran appraisal, and Wayne Strickland presents the dispensational view. There is a good index and index to scripture references. 416 pages.
This book presents five scholarly views on the relevance of Old Testament law to our lives as Christians today. The five views are presented in a very readable format. Each scholar has written one chapter, espousing his view, and, in addition, each has written a brief response to all the other presenters. William A. VanGemeren presents the non-theonomic reformed view, Greg Bahnsen presents a theonomic reformed view, Walter Kaiser, Jr. argues that the “weightier issues of the law of Moses” are binding today, Douglas Moo gives a “modified” Lutheran appraisal, and Wayne Strickland presents the dispensational view. There is a good index and index to scripture references. 416 pages.
Desire of the Nations
Oliver O'Donovan, The Desire of the Nations: Rediscovering the Roots of Political Theory (1999).
O’Donovan attempts a “systematic approach” to Christian political thought. He “combines biblical interpretation, historical discussion of the Western political and theological tradition, theoretical construction and critical engagement with contemporary views.” (Note from the publisher).
O’Donovan attempts a “systematic approach” to Christian political thought. He “combines biblical interpretation, historical discussion of the Western political and theological tradition, theoretical construction and critical engagement with contemporary views.” (Note from the publisher).
City of God (Books XIX - XXII)
Augustine, City of God (Books XIX – XXII).
The best edition for our purposes is Augustine, Political Writings (Ernest L. Fortin and Douglas Kries, eds., Michael W. Tkacz and Douglas Kries, trans., Hackett 1994). Fortin adds a useful introduction to Augustine’s political thought, and each book of the City of God is edited to bite-sized portions.
The best edition for our purposes is Augustine, Political Writings (Ernest L. Fortin and Douglas Kries, eds., Michael W. Tkacz and Douglas Kries, trans., Hackett 1994). Fortin adds a useful introduction to Augustine’s political thought, and each book of the City of God is edited to bite-sized portions.
From Irenaeus to Grotius
O'Donovan & O'Donovan, From Irenaeus to Grotius: A sourcebook in Christian political thought 100 – 1625 (2000).
More than sixty authors from the second to seventeenth centuries are represented. The editors also provide introductory essays, placing each author in historical and theoretical context. Some of the excerpts are available only in this resource. Its breadth and depth are remarkable. Scripture Index, 838 pages.
More than sixty authors from the second to seventeenth centuries are represented. The editors also provide introductory essays, placing each author in historical and theoretical context. Some of the excerpts are available only in this resource. Its breadth and depth are remarkable. Scripture Index, 838 pages.
Mission Possible
C. Scott Pryor, Mission Possible: A Paradigm for Analysis of Contractual Impossibility at Regent University, 74 St. John’s L. Rev. 691 (2000).
Professor Pryor sets out a detailed model for accomplishing one subset of the mission of biblical integration: a “theologically informed historical development of the foundations of the law.” In doing so, he evaluates from many angles every aspect of a theologically-driven mission.
As part of his article on the mission of Regent Law School, Professor Pryor demonstrates the application of his suggested models to the area of contractual impossibility.
Professor Pryor sets out a detailed model for accomplishing one subset of the mission of biblical integration: a “theologically informed historical development of the foundations of the law.” In doing so, he evaluates from many angles every aspect of a theologically-driven mission.
As part of his article on the mission of Regent Law School, Professor Pryor demonstrates the application of his suggested models to the area of contractual impossibility.
On Catholic Universities
John Paul II, Encyclical Letter on Catholic Universities: Ex Corde Ecclesiae (1990).
The Pope discusses the nature and objectives of Catholic universities, “born from the heart of the church.” The encyclical includes guidelines on the universities’ mission, purpose, and their relationship to the church. Pope John Paul encourages “cultural dialogue,” evangelization, and “an institutional fidelity to the Christian message.”
Read this Resource
The Pope discusses the nature and objectives of Catholic universities, “born from the heart of the church.” The encyclical includes guidelines on the universities’ mission, purpose, and their relationship to the church. Pope John Paul encourages “cultural dialogue,” evangelization, and “an institutional fidelity to the Christian message.”
Read this Resource
Debate on the Constitution
Bernard Bailyn, ed., Debate on the Constitution (1967).
This impressive two-volume collection, published by the Library of America, includes speeches, articles, and letters during the ratification debate. The historical context of the letters and articles, including the Federalist Papers, provides unique insight and great reading. Each volume exceeds 1100 pages. The volumes include excellent commentary by Professor Bailyn, chronologies, tables, and a full index.
This impressive two-volume collection, published by the Library of America, includes speeches, articles, and letters during the ratification debate. The historical context of the letters and articles, including the Federalist Papers, provides unique insight and great reading. Each volume exceeds 1100 pages. The volumes include excellent commentary by Professor Bailyn, chronologies, tables, and a full index.
The Early Church and the State
Agnes Cunningham, ed., The Early Church and the State (Michael Di Maio and Agnes Cunningham, trans., Fortress Press 1982).
This short work (117 pages) contains very brief and heavily edited selections from Tertullian, Eusebius, and Ambrose on church-state relations. It is part of the “Sources of Early Christian Thought” series, edited by William G. Rusch.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)