Christian Theology

<p>This highly acclaimed and widely used volume now in its third edition is a collaborative presentation of the chief Christian doctrines in light of their traditional theological formulations their historical development and contemporary challenges. Joined by David Tracy Langdon Gilkey Edward Farley Sallie McFague and many others Hodgson and King explore the task of theology method scripture and traditions God revelation creation human being sin and evil Christ and salvation church sacraments the Spirit and Christian life the reign of God other religions and the Christian paradigm.<p></p>Each chapter sets forth the primary shape and substance of a doctrine its historical development how that tradition has been challenged and transformed under the pressures of modern thought and new and persistent issues that set the agenda for future theological work.</p><p>Written with intelligence and verve and newly updated <i>Christian Theology</i> has proven a superlative introduction to Christianity's classical heritage and its future theological horizons. Companion volumes include <i>Readings in Christian Theology</i> and <i>Reconstructing Christian Theology</i>.</p>