Justification

A Clear and Concise Exploration of the Doctrine of Justification from Thomas R. Schreiner

When we see the fallenness of the world, it is often challenging to understand how sinners can stand before a holy God, but the gospel gives hope―justification that comes through Jesus Christ. This doctrine is essential to the gospel but has sparked countless academic and theological disagreements throughout church history, even contributing to the Protestant Reformation in the sixteenth century.

In this addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, Thomas R. Schreiner examines the biblical and historical background of the doctrine of justification. Schreiner explores it throughout church history and analyzes both the Old and New Testament teachings. By examining the relationship between justification and other doctrines of salvation―such as redemption, reconciliation, adoption, and sanctification―Schreiner shows how it gives peace, assurance, and joy to sinners through Jesus and hope for life today.

1. Opening Credits
2. Series Preface
3. Preface
4. Introduction
5. Chapter 1: Justification in Church History
6. Chapter 2: The Old Testament Framework
7. Chapter 3: Jesus and Justification
8. Chapter 4: Justification of the Ungodly in Paul
9. Chapter 5: Justification in the rest of the New Testament
10. Chapter 6: Contemporary Challenges
11. Chapter 7: Justification and Systematic Theology
12. Epilogue: A Final Word
13. Closing Credits