Calvin

John Calvin's distinctive theology drew on a wealth of Christian thinking. Still relevant, its influence has extended into the 20th century. In this book, Calvin expert Parker provides a succinct but comprehensive look at the range of John Calvin's theology.

Preface

ix

Introduction

1

(1)

Calvin's writings

1

(1)

The contemporary scene

2

(2)

The interpretation of the Institutio

4

(9)

PART ONE The knowledge of God the Creator

13

(37)

The whole sum of wisdom

13

(3)

Still-born knowledge of God

16

(5)

The fruitful teaching of Scripture

21

(6)

God the Creator

27

(7)

God's creatures

34

(9)

The world

34

(2)

The Angels

36

(2)

The human race

38

(5)

Providence

43

(7)

PART TWO The knowledge of God the Redeemer in Christ

50

(28)

Man the total sinner

50

(7)

The Christ of the Old and New Testaments

57

(7)

The Mediator

64

(6)

Christ the Redeemer

70

(8)

PART THREE The way we receive Christ's grace

78

(49)

The Holy Spirit and faith

78

(6)

Regeneration to life

84

(11)

Justification by faith alone

95

(12)

On prayer

107

(6)

Eternal election

113

(9)

The final resurrection

122

(5)

PART FOUR Outward means

127

(36)

The true Church

127

(8)

The Church's ministry

135

(5)

The Church's authority

140

(7)

The sacraments

147

(10)

General

147

(3)

Baptism

150

(3)

The Lord's Supper

153

(4)

Civil government

157

(6)

Index

163

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