Carl HenryTheologian for All Seasons: An Introduction and Guide to Carl Henry's God Revelation and Authority

Carl F. H. Henry has been called the Dean of evangelical theologians and the premier theological representative of the evangelical movement in the last half of the twentieth century. When his magnum opus God Revelation and Authority first appeared it was hailed as the most important work of evangelical theology in modern times. Carl Henry: Theologian for All Seasons not only introduces contemporary readers to Carl Henry the man but also demonstrates that his theology possesses striking relevance for our own situation. We are introduced to his place in the complex mosaic of twentieth century theology his simple but sophisticated doctrine of revelation and his value for current discussions of a wide variety of issues. Henrys reflections on hermeneutics philosophy and faith; the nature of revelation and of God; the social implications of Christianity; and many other vital topics turn out to be as pertinent now as when they were written. Not everyone agrees with Carl Henrys approach of course so this book features an extensive dialogue between Henry and his critics making the case that his thought has been incorrectly described as outmoded and that he offers clear guidance for twenty-first century thinkers. To make the wealth of material on the many topics in God Revelation and Authority more accessible the book includes a theological index a macro index and detailed outline of the entire six volumes. During the formative years of my theological upbringing Carl Henry was a mentor but more than a mentor a friend both to me and to Prison Fellowship . . . G. Wright Doyle offers an unfathomable gift to the evangelical world--a summary and appreciation of Carl Henrys life and work focused on an overview of his magnum opus God Revelation and Authority. Doyles work is admiring but careful and fair as the section dealing with Dr. Henrys critics illustrates. My prayer is that this book will bring the work of Carl Henry to the minds especially of young evangelicals whose doctrinal moorings are being battered and stretched by leaders too agreeable in my estimation with the spirit of the age. Read Doyle but dont stop there; let this clear and useful guide take you at once to the works of Carl Henry especially God Revelation and Authority where readers will find their way back to the law and testimonies in cogent relevant concise and always winsome terms. --Chuck Colson Founder Prison Fellowship and Colson Center for Christian Worldview Carl F. H. Henry was a big man who wrote large books about the greatest subject of all the incomparable God--Father Son and Holy Spirit--whose revelation of himself in Holy Scripture is the authoritative norm for all our thoughts and beliefs about him. Henrys stature as an evangelical theologian grows larger every year amid the small ideas and minor absolutes of our time. This book honors Carl Henry by helping us to heed what he said--and still says--to the church today. --Timothy George Founding Dean Beeson Divinity School Senior Editor Christianity Today G. Wright Doyle is Director of Global China Center and English editor of the Biographical Dictionary of Chinese Christianity (www.bdcconline.net). He is author of Christianity in America: Triumph and Tragedy (2013); Reaching Chinese Worldwide (2013); Christ the King: Meditations on Matthew (2011); Carl Henry: Theologian for All Seasons (2010); and co-author of China: Ancient Culture Modern Society (2009).