Edited by Baptist scholars Steven A. McKinion, Christine E. Thornton, and Keith S. Whitfield, Confessing Christ: An Introduction to Baptist Dogmatics offers a unique and comprehensive exploration of Baptist theology. Grounded in the belief that theology is both exploratory and explanatory, the book introduces a historical, covenantal, ecclesial, and confessional approach to Baptist Dogmatics.
Each essay delves into a specific area of dogmatic theology, covering essential topics such as God, Scripture, anthropology, Christology, salvation, ecclesiology, the sacraments, the Christian life, and eschatology. The volume editors emphasize the importance of renewing Baptist life and mission through a rediscovery of the rich theological heritage. By understanding and engaging with this tradition, Baptist Christians can express their faith more authentically in the contemporary context and future endeavors.
The book's four key elements—historical, covenantal, ecclesial, and confessional—provide a structured framework for exploring core Christian doctrines within the context of Baptist dogmatics. Each chapter incorporates biblical exegesis and dialogue with at least one historical Baptist theologian.
Confessing Christ stands as a significant contribution to the field of Baptist dogmatics, serving as essential reading for Baptist scholars, pastors, and church leaders seeking a deeper understanding of the Baptist theological tradition and its contemporary relevance.
Table of Contents
Confessing Christ: Editors’ Introduction
Steven A. McKinion, Christine E. Thornton, and Keith S. Whitfield
A Biography in Honor of Fulga Pascu Dan
Introduction: A Manifesto for Baptist Dogmatics
Chapter 1: Scripture
Steven A. McKinion and Brandon D. Smith
Chapter 2: The Doctrine of God
Ross D. Inman and Stephen O. Presley
Chapter 3: Anthropology
Rhyne R. Putman and Malcolm B. Yarnell III
Chapter 4: Christology
R. Lucas Stamps and Tyler R. Wittman
Chapter 5: Soteriology
John D. Laing and Stefana Dan Laing
Chapter 6: The Christian Life
Nathan A. Finn and Keith S. Whitfield
Chapter 7: Ecclesiology
Benjamin T. Quinn and Jason K. Lee
Chapter 8: The Ordinances
Stephen Lorance and Christine E. Thornton
Chapter 9: Eschatology
Matthew Y. Emerson and Oren R. Martin
A Quo Vadis Moment? An Afterword on the Baptist Dogmatics Project
Keith Harper
Author Index
Subject Index
Scripture Index