50 Most Important Theological Terms

by J Brian Tucker; David B Finkbeiner

• ISBN13: 9780802422606
• ISBN10: 0802422608
• Format: Nonspecific Binding
• Copyright: 2021-09-07
• Publisher: The Moody Bible Institute of Chicago

Summary

Some people make theology complicated. Here’s what you need to know.

Theology can be intimidating, full of big words and lofty ideas. Yet theological terms aren’t just for professors to argue about in the ivory tower. These powerful words have important meanings for the everyday Christian, too. They aren’t reserved for academic theologians. These terms belong to you!

In 50 Most Important Theological Terms, Moody professors David Finkbeiner and Brian Tucker offer helpful explanations of the –isms and –ologies of Bible doctrine that you’ve heard of but aren’t sure what they mean. Beyond mere explanations, the authors help you understand why these terms matter, not just for classroom textbooks but for the book of real life. You’ll learn about questions like:

• How is Jesus fully God and fully human at the same time?
• By what means was sin passed to everyone from Adam?
• Do humans have only a body and soul, or a body, soul, and spirit?
• Is repentance from sin part of saving faith?
• And much more . . .

Despite what you may have heard, theology actually is relevant. Don’t miss out on the meanings of theological terms. Get the answers from experts and let your confusion turn to understanding.

Author Biography

J. BRIAN TUCKER is Professor of New Testament at Moody Theological Seminary in Plymouth, MI, and External Affiliate at St. Mary's University, Twickenham, London. He is coeditor of The T & T Clark Social Identity Commentary on the New Testament and the author or coauthor of several books including Reading Romans after Supersessionism, and All Together Different. Brian earned his DMin from Michigan Theological Seminary and his PhD from the University of Wales, Lampeter. In his spare time he enjoys science fiction and playing and listening to jazz.

DAVID B. FINKBEINER is Professor of Theology at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, IL, where he has taught since 1998. He served as Chair of the Theology Department for several years and he ministers in Chicago-area churches through preaching, teaching, and serving as an elder. David earned his Ph.D. in Systematic Theology from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He and his wife, Kathy, have three daughters, Katie, Emily, and Rebecca.