Everyone's a Theologian: An Introduction to Systematic Theology Paperback – June 6, 2019

An incredible and thoughtful primer on systematic theology. Dr. Sproul writes with such pastoral warmth and care, never getting too into the weeds. He introduces each subject in a very approachable manner that makes this a great starting point if you are looking to learn more about systematic theology. I cannot recommend this book enough. Couple this with his "What is reformed theology?" and "Essential Truths of the Christian Faith" and you are well on your way. Explains very well the traditional loci of theology as one would expect. After reading this you will definitely be ready to jump into something a little more in depth, perhaps Vos, Berkhof, or my personal favorite, a Brakel. This is a wonderful book that deserves a place on your shelf. A++

Insightful. Theological. Profound. This 357 page, 60 chapter book, is packed full of theological teaching and truth. Written for the non-seminarian, every reader will gain tremendous understanding of the Bible, God, and many other major theological positions held by the historical evangelical church. Though this is no light-weight book, it is accessible. Without the expense of a first year seminary class, every Christian could pick up a copy of this book and greatly benefit in spiritual growth and renewing of their mind. The teaching gift of R.C. Sproul is truly amazing and God-given. He is able to take 60 major concepts and simplify the truths for the average person to grasp and pack it all in a relatively small book. Each of the chapters could be an expanded book by itself. I believe every Christian should have a copy in their library and reference it often.The sections and chapters include:PART ONE: INTRODUCTIONChapter 1 What Is TheologyChapter 2 The Scope and Purpose of TheologyChapter 3 General Revelation and Natural TheologyChapter 4 Special RevelationChapter 5 The Inspiration and Authority of ScriptureChapter 6 Infallibility and InerrancyChapter 7 CanonicityChapter 8 Scripture and AuthorityPART TWO: THEOLOGY PROPERChapter 9 Knowledge of GodChapter 10 One in EssenceChapter 11 Three in PersonChapter 12 Incommunicable AttributesChapter 13 Communicable AttributesChapter 14 The Will of GodChapter 15 ProvidencePART THREE: ANTHROPOLOGY AND CREATIONChapter 16 Creatio Ex NihiloChapter 17 Angels and DemonsChapter 18 The Creation of ManChapter 19 The Nature of SinChapter 20 Original SinChapter 21 Transmission of SinChapter 22 The CovenantsPART FOUR: CHRISTOLOGYChapter 23 The Christ of the BibleChapter 24 One Person, Two NaturesChapter 25 The Names of ChristChapter 26 The States of ChristChapter 27 The Offices of ChristChapter 28 Why Did Christ Die?Chapter 29 Substitutionary AtonementChapter 30 The Extent of the AtonementPART FIVE: PNEUMATOLOGYChapter 31 The Holy Spirit in the Old TestamentChapter 32 The Holy Spirit in the New TestamentChapter 33 The ParacleteChapter 34 The Baptism of the Holy SpiritChapter 35 The Gifts of the SpiritChapter 36 The Fruit of the SpiritChapter 37 Are Miracles for Today?PART SIX: SOTERIOLOGYChapter 38 Common GraceChapter 39 Election and ReprobationChapter 40 Effectual CallingChapter 41 Justification by Faith AloneChapter 42 Saving FaithChapter 43 Adoption and Union with ChristChapter 44 SanctificationChapter 45 Perseverance of the SaintsPART SEVEN: ECCLESIOLOGYChapter 46 Biblical Images of the ChurchChapter 47 The Church: One and HolyChapter 48 The Church: Catholic and ApostolicChapter 49 Worship in the ChurchChapter 50 The Sacraments of the ChurchChapter 51 BaptismChapter 52 The Lord’s SupperPART EIGHT: ESCHATOLOGYChapter 53 Death and the Intermediate StateChapter 54 The ResurrectionChapter 55 The Kingdom of GodChapter 56 The MillenniumChapter 57 The Return of ChristChapter 58 The Final JudgmentChapter 59 Eternal PunishmentChapter 60 Heaven and Earth Made NewAppendix The CreedsThis book receives a 10 out of 10.

Many people, including Christians downplay the importance of theology in their lives. For example, it’s not uncommon to hear a Christian say, “I don’t have a theology”, or something of similar effect. This is not only untrue it’s dangerous. Doctrine comes from the Bible and the application of our doctrine is theology. Believing that theology is only for those who are in the ivory tower of academia who emphasize minute points of doctrine isn’t the point of theology. Everyone is a theologian—the question is whether they are a good one or a bad one. In Dr. Sproul’s new book Everyone’s a Theologian An Introduction to Systematic Theology he takes on many popular ideas of theology and seeks to help his reader understand not only what particular theological terms mean but also why they are significant to our lives. Written in his usual easy to read style, this book is a true blessing and treasure trove for the church.The book has eight sections. Each section takes a major doctrine such as what is theology, Scripture, theology proper, anthropology and creation, Christology, pneumatology, soteriology, ecclesiology, and eschatology. As Dr. Sproul elaborates on these critical doctrines, he helps readers to understand, what the terms mean like any good teacher does. Then he moves to show where the teaching about the particular doctrine under consideration is in the Bible.We live in an age where many Christians emphasize their feelings above the Word of God. Throughout the history of the Church men and women have valued the study of theology so highly that even non-academic people have dedicated their entire lives to the study. While we live in a changing age, we have an unchanging God. One area where theology can help us is in our daily lives such as in dealing with difficult people and difficult situations. This comes from a proper view of God who sees all and knows all—who reaches out to the broken hearted, redeems sinners, is sanctifying them, and will one day glorify them. Understanding the doctrine of God and the person and work of Christ is but one example of why theology is important today. To be “saved” from sin to Jesus is a doctrinal and theologically loaded concept that far too many Christians have sadly very little knowledge about. Yet understanding what we’ve been saved from, sin, and to the Lord Jesus Christ is to begin to grasp the critical doctrines of justification and definitive sanctification.Whether you are a new or seasoned Christian, been to Bible college or seminary, this book has something for you. Everyone’s a Theologian will be a book I read and reference often in my various writing projects. I highly recommend this book and pray the Lord uses it in the life of His Church in powerful ways to the glory of the Risen Savior—Jesus Christ.