The Substance of Our Faith by Douglas A. Sweeney

 

★★★★ ☐ The publisher has provided a copy for review.
As professor of Divinity School in the Beeson School of Divinity, you'd expect Sweeney to research deeply and understand the historical unfolding of theology and Christian thought. He's a logical and systematic writer of how to approach the Christian faith.

This is the first of two volumes on how theologians handle biblical truth. While I am personally more charismatic in my views on the Spirit, Sweeney handles the scriptural view of the Holy Spirit, the mission of the church, and the unfolding of doctrine gracefully - from a Luther perspective.

I have no hesitation in recommending it as background reading or as a reference work for academics, scholars, and students exploring Christian history and beliefs.