Adam Harwood

Adam Harwood's Christian Theology is both biblically faithful and historically informed, providing a fresh synthesis of the essential doctrines of the faith. Topics include:PrefaceTheological MethodThe Doctrine of RevelationGeneral RevelationSpecial RevelationThe Doctrine of GodThe Doctrine of the TrinityGod’s NameGod’s AttributesCreationProvidence and EvilAngels, Satan, and DemonsThe Doctrine of HumanityHuman Identity and ConstitutionGod’s Design for Human SexualitySinOriginal SinThe Doctrine of ChristThe Person of Christ: New Testament SurveyThe Person of Christ: Doctrinal Development and Theological IssuesThe Work of Christ: Death and Resurrection, Biblical Survey of the AtonementThe Work of Christ: Historical Survey of Atonement ModelsThe Work of Christ: Theological IssuesThe Doctrine of the Holy SpiritBiblical Survey of the Holy Spirit’s Person & WorkHistorical Survey of the Holy Spirit’s Person & WorkTheological Survey of the Holy Spirit’s Person & WorkThe Doctrine of SalvationBiblical Survey of SalvationPredestination and ElectionHistorical Survey and Issues in the Doctrine of SalvationThe Doctrine of the ChurchBiblical and Historical Survey: The Nature and Marks of the ChurchMinistries and OrdinancesStructures within and among ChurchesThe Doctrine of Last ThingsDeath, Afterlife, and the Christian HopeThy Kingdom ComeHell and HeavenThe church has been entrusted with God's revelation — and to steward the word of truth, we must confess the Bible's teaching with clarity and conviction. Writing from a Baptist perspective, Harwood brings fresh insights that many systematic theologies lack. With readable prose, suggestions for further study, and discussion questions, Christian Theology will equip students and pastors to clarify and articulate what they believe and why.

The term ""extensivism"" describes my position regarding the doctrine of salvation. Specifically, extensivism believes that man was created in the image of God with otherwise choice; God's salvation plan involves an all-inclusive unconditional offer of salvation to every person, reception of which is conditioned upon grace-enabled faith rather than Calvinism's exclusive plan of a limited actual offer of salvation to only the unconditionally elected. Generally, it replaces the term ""non-Calvinism."" These are the five primary objectives of the book: First, my considerations would result in a deeper understanding of God. Second, I will demonstrate that God salvationally loves every single person. Third, I intend to offer a precise and respectful critique of Calvinism's internal and biblical inconsistencies (these are largely due to its commitment to compatibilism and unconditional election). Fourth, I will demonstrate that God's free choice to endow man with libertarian freedom is a more biblical perspective. Fifth, because a significant percentage of people who become Calvinists do not actually understand Calvinism, I seek to present Calvinism and extensivism in language that is precisely and consistently reflective of the commitments of each perspective regarding God's sovereignty, salvific love, foreknowledge, and man's freedom; this so a person can make an informed choice about Calvinism. ""From the pen of a seasoned pastor and thoughtful former Calvinist--this book peels back the layers of obfuscation that often encrust the hard realities of what is entailed in Calvinistic theology. This is probably the most penetrating summary critique of the biblical, theological, logical, and practical incongruences inherent in Calvinistic theology I have read. Rogers goes beyond the surface level of criticism to the deeper layers of contradictions, exposing the soft underbelly of much of Reformed theology. Irenic, respectful, yet thoroughly probing, this is a must read for all who want to understand the issues more deeply."" --David L. Allen, Dean, School of Preaching, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary ""Does God Love All or Some? should be required reading for all students preparing for ministry. Ronnie Rogers covers an array of topics that, unfortunately, are all-too-often neglected in theological education and personal conversations. From persuasively correcting the mythical narrative that one must be either an Arminian or a Calvinist to tackling the illogical fallacy of compatibilism, the author, with wit and balance, shares his personal theological journey and works through the maze of biblical complexities. I wish such a volume was available when I attended seminary years ago."" --Emir Caner, President, Truett McConnell University, Professor of History and Christian Studies ""I highly recommend this latest work by Ronnie Rogers to you. The ministry the Lord has worked through this man (his church, his other writings, and most obvious to me in my work at Criswell College, the people he has influenced) is truly remarkable and itself merits paying attention to his writings. But his treatment of the extensive nature of the atonement also deserves attention because he has written it as a person formerly ensconced in the doctrines of grace. His familiarity with the issues relevant to those who really are trying to work their way through Scripture, theology, and ministry is apparent in individual chapters dealing with so many of the nuances involved in addressing the question. I am grateful he has shared the gleanings of his own journey with the Christian community."" --Barry Creamer, President, Criswell College Ronnie W. Rogers is the pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in Norman, Oklahoma. He has presented at the Oxford International Round Table Symposiums and has authored five other books. He has also served as president of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention; chairman of the Board of Trustees at Midwestern Baptist Theo