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50 Core Truths of the Christian Faith

"50 Core Truths of the Christian Faith:
A Guide to Understanding and Teaching Theology"
By Gregg R. Allison


As a ministry student taking theology courses at the moment, this book could not have come at a better time! I'm extremely happy with this invaluable resource. Dr. Gregg Allison has done an astounding work for the minister, the Bible teacher, ministry student, and the new Christian. 

This is not a book you read through like a novel in 3 days but should be carefully studied alongside the Bible. It's lengthy (about 410 pages). Dr. Allison provides explanations on 50 main beliefs of the Christian faith. The chapters are broken down into 8 sections: Doctrine of the Word of God, Doctrine of God,  Doctrine of God's Creatures, Doctrine of God the Son, Doctrine of God the Holy Spirit, Doctrine of Salvation, Doctrine of the Church, and Doctrine of Future Things. 

The chapters are not super long(which is good). At the beginning of each chapter, the author has included a summary and main themes to be discussed. And I like that he included key verses at the end of each chapter as well as teaching outlines (very helpful for the Bible teacher and those disciplining others ). There are further explanations for theological terms and phrases. There are some questions for further meditation and the author addresses current issues surrounding some controversial topics. 

This work is very complete and thorough, very informative, and very easy to read. It's a great resource for the pastor and the Bible teacher. And as a ministry student and Bible teacher myself, this book has become a great supplement to my studies. Highly recommend! 

I received a copy of this book from Baker in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed here are entirely my own. 

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