Predestination: An Introduction (Short Studies in Systematic Theology)

by Andrew David Naselli

Publisher:

Crossway

, 2024

Overview

A Concise and Systematic Exploration of the Doctrine of Predestination

How can God choose to save some and eternally punish others? What about my loved ones who are not believers? For many, contemplating predestination brings about fear, trepidation, controversy, and emotional exhaustion, making it a difficult topic to study—let alone view as a blessing.

This addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series carefully examines God’s word to answer 15 commonly asked questions regarding the doctrines of election and reprobation. With helpful visuals, key definitions, answer summaries, and prayer responses, this concise guide is perfect for all believers who want to discover and delight in what God has revealed throughout Scripture. Readers will not only learn how God saves his people from their sins, but will be stirred to respond to him in worship.

Great for Theologians, Pastors, and Students: Designed to be short and approachable, this concise study dives deep into the doctrine of predestination

Part of the Short Studies in Systematic Theology Series: Other titles include The Person of Christ; Glorification; and The Doctrine of Scripture

Written by Andrew David Naselli: Pastor and professor of systematic theology and New Testament

Key Features

• Examines God’s word to answer 15 commonly asked questions regarding the doctrines of election and reprobation
• Dives deep into the doctrine of predestination

Contents

• Introduction

Part 1: Vessels of Mercy: What Does the Bible Teach about Election?

• Chapter 1: What Is the Goal of Election?
• Chapter 2: When Did God Choose to Save Some Humans?
• Chapter 3: Did God Choose to Save Individuals?
• Chapter 4: Did God Choose to Save Individuals on the Basis of His Foreseeing That They Would Freely Choose to Believe in Him?
• Chapter 5: Is Unconditional Election Unfair?
• Chapter 6: Does Unconditional Election Entail That We Do Not Have a Free Will?
• Chapter 7: Is God’s Sovereign Choice to Save Only Some Humans Compatible with God’s Desire That All Humans Be Saved?
• Chapter 8: How Does God Accomplish and Apply His Sovereign Plan to Save Individuals?
• Chapter 9: How Do I Know If God Has Elected Me?
• Chapter 10: Did God Elect Babies Who Die and the Severely Mentally Disabled?

Part 2: Vessels of Wrath: What Does the Bible Teach about Reprobation?

• Chapter 11: Who Ultimately Causes Reprobation?
• Chapter 12: How Does God Accomplish Reprobation?
• Chapter 13: What Is the Result of Reprobation?
• Chapter 14: What Is the Goal of Reprobation?
• Chapter 15: Who Deserves Blame for Reprobation?
• Conclusion: Exult in God as You Take in the View
• Further Reading

Product Details

• Title: Predestination: An Introduction
• Author: Andrew David Naselli
• Series: Short Studies in Systematic Theology
• Publisher: Crossway
• Print Publication Date: 2024
• Logos Release Date: 2024
• Pages: 240
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subject: Predestination
• ISBNs: 9781433573149, 9781433573170, 9781433573156, 1433573148, 1433573172, 1433573156
• Resource ID: LLS:PRDSTNTNNNSYSTH
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2024-01-09T16:14:18Z

About Andrew David Naselli

Andy Naselli is professor of systematic theology and New Testament for Bethlehem College and Seminary in Minneapolis and one of the pastors of The North Church.