Publisher's Synopsis
Understanding Christian Doctrine introduces Christian theology in an accessible, informed, and systematic way.
- A lively introduction to the central beliefs of Christianity, assuming no prior knowledge of theology and Christian doctrine
- Explores doctrines such as incarnation, the Trinity, sin, life after death, and the end of the world, and growth areas such as spirituality
- Encourages and shows readers how to take a position on these theological issues
- Tackles questions that newcomers find particularly perplexing about the Christian worldview, including religion and science, religious pluralism, and the problem of evil
- Includes numerous student-friendly features, including useful timelines, brief vignettes of major theologians, and a glossary
- Written by internationally-regarded theologian, Ian S. Markham, who is the author of a number of textbooks in religion and theology.
