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 click for details | | A REFORMED BAPTIST MANIFESTO: The New Covenant Constitution of the Church Samuel Waldron with Richard Barcellos "The centuries old dispute concerning the nature of the church and all the important related issues may seem so complex as to defy clarification. Waldron's insightful discussion cuts through so much of the confusing rhetoric and allows the reader to see clearly the key elements of the differing positions in light of the teaching of God's Word regarding the New Covenant. Many will be blessed by this fresh approach." James R. White "Of the many interfaces of theology, one fascinating area is the relationship of the New Covenant to the Old. What aspects of the Old Covenant were strictly dispensational, that is, applying to the Jews of Israel during the time they as a nation were living in that land and had a unique covenant relationship with God? What truths of the Old Testament have a permanent binding authority on the New Testament people of God? These studies are a modest step towards clearer thinking about revealed truth. May it be the first of many. We all need such light and direction as are to be found in these pages." Geoffrey Thomas "It is the conviction of this author that confessional Reformed Baptist churches reflect the major distinctives of the New Covenant. In other words, what confessional Reformed Baptists endeavor to be is stated clearly in the terms of the New Covenant. The purpose of this study, therefore, is to set before you a Reformed Baptist Manifesto by means of an examination of the New Covenant as the Constitution of the Church. This assertion may seem arrogant. It is hoped, however, that the reader will simply permit the New Covenant to speak for itself and see the relevance and appropriateness of such a claim." - from the Introduction rbapn rbp ctb SGCB Price: $9.95 (list price $12.00)NOW AVAILABLE! |
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 | | COVENANT THEOLOGY FROM ADAM TO CHRIST Nehemiah Coxe and John Owen A reprint of two seventeenth century theologians, Nehemiah Coxe (Adam-Abraham) and John Owen (Mosaic-New). Nehemiah Coxe says “That notion (which is often supposed in this discourse) that the old covenant and the new differ in substance and not only in the manner of their administration, certainly requires a larger and more particular handling… I designed to give a further account of it… But I found my labor for the clearing and asserting of that point happily prevented by the coming out of Dr. Owen’s third volume on Hebrews.” John Owen said “No man was ever saved but by virtue of the new covenant, and the mediation of Christ in that respect.” "This volume brings together wonderful insights from two faithful church leaders of an earlier generation with helpful analyses from competent teachers of today. The results is a valuable resource for students, academics, and pastors." - Tom Ascol "More times than I can count - and personally I find it so frustrating - I have heard Reformed theology defined in such a way that it excludes those who hold to believer's baptism. This valuable work will help set the record straight." - Michael Haykin "Nehemiah Coxe's work on the covenant is an important piece of writing by a significant seventeenth century Particular Baptist theologian. Its republication is long overdue. This work is an important resource for twenty-first century Reformed Baptists." - Robert Oliver "Paedobaptists have seldom, if ever, considered the possibility of a covenantal credobaptist position, and many Baptists are simply ignorant of the centrality of the covenant and its usefulness in defending their own beliefs. This book is an attempt to begin to rectify this deficiency." - Jim Renihan "For various reasons, many reformed Baptists of our time have failed to realize that historic Covenant Theology was fully appreciated and theologically deployed in the very best of the Calvinistic Baptist tradition. Whereas many Baptists today who are reformed have opted for speaking of themselves as some form of dispensationalist (modified or progressive) or have felt drawn to so-called 'New Covenant Theology,' Baptists who embrace the great Reformed distinctives (like Spurgeon did) have seen themselves as covenant theologians. May their tribe increase!" - Ligon Duncan BAPTIST CT TITLE 1689 Fed Trio ctb fss 10/3 sgpc apn tdm g317 4op rbp lvs 319 l3 tpnt GMCG biss rbct SPECIAL 25% DISCOUNT SGCB Price: $29.95 (list price $40.00)384 Page Hardcover Volume Order Along with THE DISTINCTIVENESS OF BAPTIST COVENANT THEOLOGY & COVENANT THEOLOGY: Baptist Distinctive SGCB Price: $48.00 (list price $76.00)This Price is For All Three Titles (More Than 40% off) |
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 click for details | | GREEN PASTURES: A Primer on the Ordinary Means of Grace J. Ryan Davidson This book, written for the person in the pew, is a helpful guide to understanding the ordinary means of grace. The book seeks to make the confessional position clear and to demonstrate it through the pages of the Scriptures. Written as a scriptural survey of the various ordinary means of grace, the book details the idea of what is meant by “ordinary means of grace” and it walks through the ministry of the Word, the two sacraments of baptism and the Lord’s Supper, and prayer, with a chapter dedicated to each. Finally, there is a concluding chapter which includes a discussion on the weekly rhythm the Scriptures reveal for the nourishment of the people of Christ. Endorsed by Tom Ascol, Liam Goligher, James Renihan, and Carl Trueman One reader made the following comments: "This work was extremely helpful and concise. Pastor Davidson does a thorough and precise exposition of various Scriptures explaining and showing us the ordinary means of grace that Christ has given to His Church, to build and strengthen our faith. The last chapter ("The Green Pastures of Our Shepherd") was especially encouraging as Pastor Davidson reminds us of the risen and ascended Christ still being present with us in this age, through the Holy Spirit, and His continued care for and feeding of His people; by the ordinary means He pastures His flock. I highly recommend this book to all Christians, both layman and officer. It is an excellent primer on the ordinary means of grace." J. Ryan Davidson (Ph.D. cand., Free University of Amsterdam) is the pastor of Grace Baptist Chapel, a Reformed Baptist Congregation in Hampton, VA. He holds degrees from Samford University (B.A.), The College of William & Mary (M.Ed.) and Southern Seminary (Th.M.) in Louisville, KY. He is married to Christie, and they share four wonderful children. SGCB Price: $11.75 (list price $14.00) |
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 click for details | | THE FAMILY TREE OF REFORMED BIBLICAL THEOLOGY: Geerhardus Vos & John Owen: Their Methods of and Contribution to the Articulation of Redemptive History Richard Barcellos The thesis of this study is that Geerhardus Vos' biblical-theological method should be viewed as a post-Enlightenment continuation of the pre-critical federal theology of seventeenth-century Reformed orthodoxy. Vos wrote in the context of the liberalism of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. His biblical-theological methodology was largely a resuscitation of the federal theology of seventeenth-century Reformed orthodoxy adapted to the times in which it was written. "Those interested in Reformed Theology, in particular issues of theological method, are indebted to Barcellos for this most welcome and helpful study." -Richard Gaffin, Jr. "Congratulations and gratitude are due to Dr. Richard Barcellos for giving us this wide-ranging, detailed study of the history of biblical theology. With this substantial contribution Dr. Barcellos has put both the academy and the pulpit deeply in his debt." - Sinclair B. Ferguson " For those who love Reformed biblical theology and Reformed systematic theology, this is a satisfying, happy book, providing us a family tree of continuity from the prince of the Puritans, John Owen, to the father of Reformed biblical theology, Geerhardus Vos." - Joel R. Beeke Paperback: 340 pages Publisher: Reformed Baptist Academic Press (March 20, 2010) Language: English ISBN-10: 0980217954 ISBN-13: 978-0980217957 Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.7 inches DISCOUNTED PRICE FOR THIS EXCELLENT TITLE SGCB Price: $25.50 (list price $32.00) |
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 click for details | | BETTER THAN THE BEGINNING: Creation in Biblical Perspective Richard Barcellos "Creation is controversial, and truly we need to defend biblical doctrine concerning the origin of all things. Yet sometimes in the midst of controversy we can lose sight of the purpose of creation itself. Richard Barcellos uses the creation of the world like a great telescope to look up at the beauty of the Creator. His book focuses our attention on the triune God in Christ. He draws his doctrine from a careful exposition of the Bible, applies it to our practical lives, and calls us to sing the praises of Him who is worthy, 'for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created' (Rev. 4:11). This is an edifying book, and I hope that many will read it." - Joel R. Beeke "Although many Christians have been engaged in a life-or-death battle to defend the truth of creation against evolutionary attacks coming from inside and outside the church, there has been little exploration of the doctrine of creation in all its glorious height, depth, width, and length. Richard Barcellos has begun to remedy this neglect with a God-glorifying, soul-edifying, life-transforming survey of this majestic and practical subject." - David P. Murray, Ph.D. "Christ brings the creation train derailed by Adam to its original glorious destination! This insight is vital to an understanding of the gospel and the vital, scriptural distinction between the law and the gospel. May God give this volume great usefulness!" - Samuel E. Waldron, Ph.D. Preface 1. The Ultimate Reason for Creation: Creation for the Glory of God Exposition of Romans 11:36 Implications of Romans 11:36 2. The Divine Agents of Creation: Creation by the Triune God Defining our Terms Three Persons yet One Essence The Act of Creation and the Three Persons of the Godhead Practical Considerations 3. The Son-Tilted Focus of Creation: Creation for the Son of God Context of Colossians 1:16 Content of Colossians 1:16 Consequences of Colossians 1:16 4. The Revelatory Function of Creation (I): Creation tells of His Glory Structure of Psalm 19 Exposition of Psalm 19:1-6 Implications of Psalm 19:1-6 5. The Revelatory Function of Creation (II): Creation testifies of His Existence Romans 1:20 in Context Explanation of Romans 1:20 Practical Observations from Romans 1:20 Acts 14:17 -God's Patience and Goodness in the Teeth of Idolatry Context of and Brief Observations from Acts 14:8-18 Some Practical Implications 6. The Initial Act of Creation: Creation out of Nothing Explanation of Genesis 1:1 The Bible and Genesis 1:1 Brief Interaction with Those who Differ 7. The Six Days of Creation: Creation 'in the space of six days' Views on the Length of the Days of Creation Duration of the Six Days of Creation Why in the Space of Six Days? Three Final Observations 8. The Image-Bearing Apex of Creation (I): Creation in the Image of God High-Level Observations Indicating that Man is the Apex of Creation Exegetical and Theological Considerations Indicating that Man is the Apex of Creation Brief Excursus on ManÆs Body and God's Image Some Implications of Man Created in the Image of God 9. The Image-Bearing Apex of Creation (II): Creation in the image of God Observations upon Adam's Identity and Calling GodÆs Remedy for Adam's Failure 10. The Sabbath Rest of Creation (I): Creation's Coronation and Goal Introduction The Bible's Diversity The Bible's Unity Seven Observations Tying the End of the Bible with the Beginning of the Bible How Does all this Relate to the Creator's Sabbath? 11. The Sabbath Rest of Creation (II): Creation's Coronation and Goal The Context of Genesis 2:1-3 The Elements of Genesis 2:1-3 The Bible on Genesis 2:1-3 12. Conclusion: Better than the Beginning Bibliography Scripture Index Name and Subject Index rbapn pdt tdm BRAND NEW TITLE SGCB Price: $12.00 (list price $16.00)ORDER WITH 'GETTING THE GARDEN RIGHT' by Barcellos SGCB Price: $24.00 (list price $37.00)THIS IS THE PRICE FOR BOTH TITLES |
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 click for details | | FROM PAEDO-BAPTISM TO CREDO-BAPTISM: A Critique of the Westminster Standards on the Subjects of Baptism W.Gary Crampton Dr. Crampton, a paedobaptist for many years, changed his view and has provided us with the reasons why in this book. Its sub-title is “A Critique of the Westminster Standards on the Subjects of Baptism.” Here are some of the chapter titles from the table of contents: A Problem with the Doctrine of Infant Baptism in the Westminster Standards Circumcision and Baptism Supposed New Testament Foundation for Infant Baptism But also, to be unto Him a Sign and Seal of the Covenant of Grace This is an excellent book for those looking for a brief but informed look at the Bible and the Westminster Standards on the subjects of baptism. 126 pages Published 2010 A great book to read and give to others interested in this subject. Product endorsements "I warmly recommend this concise treatment of the biblical teaching on believers’ baptism. Dr. Crampton has arrived at his convictions after a thorough study of the scriptural teaching and the theological arguments presented on both sides of this debate." - Robert W. Oliver, Ph.D. Author of History of the English Calvinistic Baptists 1771-1892 "At the end of a two-decade long process, after prayerful contemplation and examination of the Word of God, theological tomes, and all of the attendant material, [Dr. Crampton] has published this defense of his convictions. This is a compelling book." - James M. Renihan, Ph.D., Dean, Professor of Historical Theology Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies rbp rbct SGCB Price: $11.95 (list price $15.00) |
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 click for details | | AN ORTHODOX CATECHISM: The Particular Baptist Version of the Heidelberg Catechism Hercules Collins This catechism, first published in 1680, is a Particular (seventeenth-century Calvinistic) Baptist revision of the Heidelberg Catechism. The editors slightly revised the original for modern use. The book includes the original Preface by Collins, a Foreword by James M. Renihan, and an Introduction by Michael Haykin and G. Stephen Weaver, Jr. Q # 1 "WHAT IS YOUR ONLY COMFORT IN LIFE AND DEATH?" A. That both in soul and body, whether I live or die, I am not my own, but belong wholly unto my most faithful Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. By His most precious blood fully satisfying for all my sins, He has delivered me from all the power of the devil, and so preserves me, that without the will of my heavenly Father not so much as a hair may fall from my head. Yes, all things must serve for my safety and by His Spirit, also assures me of everlasting life, and makes me ready and prepared, that from now on I may life to Him. Here are the chapter titles from the table of contents: Acknowledgements Preface by Hercules Collins Foreword by James M. Renihan Introduction by Michael A. G. Haykin and G. Stephen Weaver, Jr. General Introduction and The First Part: Of Man's Misery The Second Part: Of Man's Redemption (Introductory Questions) The Second Part: Of Man's Redemption (God the Father) The Second Part: Of Man's Redemption (God the Son) The Second Part: Of Man's Redemption (God the Holy Spirit) The Second Part: Of Man's Redemption (The Sacraments) The Second Part: Of Man's Redemption (Baptism) The Second Part: Of Man's Redemption (The Lord's Supper) The Third Part: Of Man's Thankfulness (Introductory Questions) The Third Part: Of Man's Thankfulness (The Law of God) The Third Part: Of Man's Thankfulness (Prayer) The Nicene and Athanasian Creeds ENDORSEMENTS "Hercules Collins' An Orthodox Catechism is an important work that is worthy of the attention of modern Baptists. Collins' Baptist emendations to the Heidelberg Catechism resulted in a document that retains all of the first-person warmth and Christ-centered instruction of that older, more widely known document. I am glad to see this work in print (especially with the helpful introductory material) and commend it to Baptists everywhere." -Tom Ascol, Founders Ministries "This is a much-needed and timely publication of an old catechism. An Orthodox Catechism (a seventeenth-century English Particular or Calvinistic Baptist document) shows fundamental continuity with both Protestant orthodoxy and the catholic tradition of historic Christianity. The document itself shows this as does the fine introduction by Drs. Haykin and Weaver. Collins wrote this as a pastor, desiring that his flock be 'better established, strengthened, and settled on' truth and protected from 'every wind and blast, every puff and breath of Error, and Heresie.' An Orthodox Catechism is, as the author says, an 'Epitome of Law and Gospel, suited to every ones capacity in God's House' and 'Milk for Babes, and Meat for strong Men.' May it strengthen many churches!" - Richard C. Barcellos, Grace Reformed Baptist Church, Palmdale, CA "There was a time when Baptist Christians regularly used catechisms in their homes and local churches. Often Baptists wrote their own catechisms, though they also periodically revised paedobaptist catechisms that were otherwise sound. One famous Reformed catechism, the Heidelberg Catechism, was important enough to be revised by Hercules Collins in 1680 for the use of his fellow Baptists. Contemporary Baptist advocates of catechisms owe Michael Haykin and Steve Weaver a debt of gratitude for making An Orthodox Catechism available once again. May it gain a wide usage in our families and in churches." - Nathan A. Finn, Associate Professor of Historical Theology, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary "Hercules Collins' revision of the Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most valuable and least-known resources in the history of Particular Baptist spirituality. An Orthodox Catechism (1680) combines the vitality of Continental Protestant piety with the clarity of New Testament churchmanship, and invites its readers into those spiritual and theological traditions which will do most to inform our minds, warm our hearts, and shape our practice." - Crawford Gribben, Professor of Early Modern British History, Queen's University, Belfast "There are few compositions in the history of the Christian church as perspicuous, edifying, and beautiful as the Heidelberg Catechism. It was a deft stroke of denominational ecumenicity when Hercules Collins adapted that catechism for Baptist life. Now An Orthodox Catechism, as Collins named it, is being reprinted with helpful and scholarly introductory material by Michael Haykin, Jim Renihan, and Steve Weaver. I will personally give a hearty welcome to this book and am grateful for its availability. For history, theology, and spiritual nourishment this should be a book of choice." - Thomas J. Nettles, Professor of Historical Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary About the author- Hercules Collins was a leading pastor among the seventeenth-century Particular Baptists. He published An Orthodox Catechism for the people under his pastoral care. rbapn SGCB Price: $9.95 (list price $12.00)ORDER TEN COPIES OR MORE FOR GREATER DISCOUNT SGCB Price: $8.95 (list price $12.00)ENTER QUANTITY DESIRED AND UPDATE QUANTITY |
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 click for details | | GOD WITHOUT PASSIONS: A Reader Edited by Samuel Renihan; Foreword by Carl Trueman Subtitled A Reader, the primary purpose of the material presented in this book is to familiarize the reader with sixteenth- and seventeenth-century English language sources pertinent to the doctrine of divine impassibility, particularly for those who confess with the Reformed confessions that God is 'without body, parts, or passions.' If this material is studied carefully, the reader will encounter an excellent and diverse array of writings that touch on this subject. 230 pages Published 2015 If you are interested in the doctrine of God, and especially in understanding how sixteenth- and seventeenth-century Reformed theologians argued for divine impassibility, this book is for you. Samuel Renihan has collected the words of sixty theologians from the Reformation and post-Reformation era in order to help readers understand the classical doctrine of divine impassibility which is sorely misunderstood in our day. Foreword by Carl. R. Trueman. Endorsements by James Dolezal, Paul Helm, Michael Horton, David VanDrunen, and Sam Waldron. "Samuel Renihan has brought together a first-rate collection of mainly Reformed and Particular Baptist thinking on the doctrine of God, particularly his impassibility, which goes back to the church Fathers. This aspect of God's nature is much misunderstood and caricatured at present, such a God being thought to be withdrawn, apathetic, even psychotic. But these extracts show that the reverse is the case. Impassibility indicates the fullness of God's care for his creation. For he is not subject to fits, or spasms, or moods, or passions." - Paul Helm, Emeritus Professor, University of London NEWEST FOUR GW/OP jd2 RBAPNEW NEW CUTTING-EDGE TITLE SGCB Price: $17.95 (list price $23.00)Order Along with GOD WITHOUT PASSIONS: A Primer SGCB Price: $24.95 (list price $35.00)THIS IS THE PRICE FOR BOTH BOOKS TOGETHER |
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 click for details | | RECOVERING A COVENANTAL HERITAGE: Essays in Baptist Covenant Theology Edited by Richard Barcellos, chapters by Jim Renihan, Pascal Denault, Steve Weaver, James White, Mike Renihan, Tom Hicks, Jeff Massey and more If you are interested in covenant theology, this book is for you. It in no way pretends to be a fully worked-out Baptist covenant theology. It contains essays by thirteen different authors who do not necessarily advocate the fine details of every contribution, something that is quite common with multiple-author works. After the Preface and Introduction, the first main section is historical. It seeks to set a historical-theological context for the reader. The second section discusses various biblical issues related to covenant theology. The third section of the book, though the shortest, seeks to put things together, though certainly not in any comprehensive sense. Recommendations by Voddie Baucham, Nathan Finn, Conrad Mbewe, Tom Nettles, and others! Table of Contents *Preface - Richard C. Barcellos, Ph.D. *Introduction - James M. Renihan, Ph.D. Historical 1. A Brief Overview of Seventeenth-Century Reformed Orthodox Federalism - Richard C. Barcellos, Ph.D. 2. Covenant Theology in the First and Second London Confessions of Faith - James M. Renihan, Ph.D. 3. By Farther Steps: A Seventeenth-Century Particular Baptist Covenant Theology - Pascal Denault, Th.M. 4. The Puritan Argument for the Immersion of Believers: How Seventeenth-Century Baptists Utilized the Regulative Principle of Worship - Stephen Weaver, Jr., Ph.D. 5. The Antipaedobaptism of John Tombes - Michael T. Renihan, Ph.D. 6. The Abrahamic Covenant in the Thought of John Tombes - Michael T. Renihan, Ph.D. 7. John Owen on the Mosaic Covenant - Thomas E. Hicks, Jr., Ph.D. 8. A 'Novel' Approach to Credobaptist and Paedobaptist Polemics - Jeffrey A. Massey Biblical 9. The Fatal Flaw of Infant Baptism: The Dichotomous Nature of the Abrahamic Covenant - Jeffrey D. Johnson, D.Min. 10. The Difference Between the Old and New Covenants: John Owen on Hebrews 8:6 - John Owen, D.D. 11. The Newness of the New Covenant (Part 1) - James R. White, Th.D. 12. The Newness of the New Covenant (Part 2) - James R. White, Th.D. 13. Acts 2:39 in its Context (Part 1): An Exegetical Summary of Acts 2:39 and Paedobaptism - Jamin Hnbner, Th.D. 14. Acts 2:39 in its Context (Part 2): Case Studies in Paedobaptist Interpretations of Acts 2:39 - Jamin Hnbner, Th.D. 15. An Exegetical Appraisal of Colossians 2:11-12 - Richard C. Barcellos, Ph.D. Biblical-Theological 16. Reformed Baptist Covenant Theology and Biblical Theology - Micah and Samuel Renihan *Scripture Index *Name and Subject Index "Recovering a Covenantal Heritage is more than a book title; it is a welcomed clarion call for modern Reformed Baptists. May it receive a wide and thorough reading, and spark a renewal of distinct Reformed Baptist theology!" - Voddie Baucham, Pastor of Preaching at Grace Family Baptist Church; Author of 'Joseph and the Gospel of Many Colors' BAPTIST CT ctb rbp /18 rbct biss BRAND NEW 527 PAGE VOLUME SGCB Price: $24.95 (list price $35.00) |
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 click for details | | GOD WITHOUT PASSIONS: A Primer - A Practical and Pastoral Study of Divine Impassibility Samuel Renihan Product description- "It is important to know God and worship him as he has revealed himself to us. This book is offered to supply an important piece of God's self-revelation that, though confessed and treasured by the church throughout the ages, has become unclear due to neglect. I have included study questions in order to highlight key elements of this topic for your own personal thought and to encourage discussion in group studies. It's one thing to hear someone else answer questions. It's another to answer them for yourself. May God use this book to enrich your understanding of him as he has revealed himself in Scripture and to increase your appreciation of the truths the church has confessed throughout history. Perhaps you find the doctrine of divine impassibility to be one of those doctrines that is less clear or less known to you. This primer is designed to give a simple, clear, and practical presentation of the doctrine of divine impassibility for everyone from the pulpit to the pew. In fact, this material was originally presented as six sermons to Trinity Reformed Baptist Church, LaMirada, CA where I am a pastor." Samuel Renihan, from the Preface "I commend this book to people in the pew, theological students, pastors, and seasoned theologians. It is well-written and easy to digest. Its method is sound. Its doctrine is confessionally and biblically faithful. Its last chapter shows how important and practical the doctrine of divine impassibility is. Though only a 'Primer,' its contents will inform the mind and fill the soul with wonder and amazement. May you increase in the knowledge of God!" -Richard C. Barcellos, Pasto, Grace Reformed Baptist Church, Palmdale, CA "The biblical presentation of God who does not change, whose character is eternal, is not a plaything, something merely for the ivory tower. He who is beyond time and change uses representations of himself that are human-like in order to adapt himself to our circumstances, and to be our guide in life. This means that in our thinking about God we are required to discipline our minds, and Samuel Renihan shows us how to do this." - Paul Helm GW/OP RBAPNEW jd2 BRAND NEW TITLE SGCB Price: $9.95 (list price $12.00)Order with GOD WITHOUT PASSIONS: A Reader SGCB Price: $24.95 (list price $35.00)THIS IS THE PRICE FOR BOTH TITLES TOGETHER |
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 click for details | | CONFESSING THE IMPASSIBLE GODThe Biblical, Classical & Confessional Doctrine of Divine Impassibility Ed. By Ronald Baines, Richard Barcellos, James Butler, Stefan Lindblad, James Renihan What does the Confession of Faith mean when it states that God is "without body, parts or passions"? This book will lead you by the hand intio the biblical basis for the proper understanding of the last of these terms: GOD IS WITHOUT PASSIONS. As I read 'Confessing the Impassible God' something struck me. It wasn't just the importance, weight, or substance of the topic or the far reaching implications of the doctrine of Impassability. What initially drew me in was the structure of the book itself. The content of each chapter, as well as each part, has the strength and coherency to stand alone and be read and understood independently. However when you take these collection of essays together you end up with a robust picture of this doctrine. This picture in turn guides and directs pathways to possible further and in more detail study. CIG capitalizes on each individual author's expertise, their personal and professional study, and their ability to articulate their research in a digestible manner for the average layman. The synthesis of these component essays shows a seamless and logical move from one chapter to the next; from one part to the next, each building on the summation of the previous with the cumulative effect of seeing the up close detailed beauty of this doctrine without losing sight of the grand macro view painted concerning this aspect of theology proper. The editors, in the preface, outline the structure, content and movement of the book. From the preface alone the books development becomes apparent. TABLE OF CONTENTS Abbreviations Foreword by Paul Helm Preface by The Editors Introduction An Introduction to the Doctrine of Divine Impassibility: Why is this Doctrine Important? James M. Renihan Part I: Theological and Hermeneutical Prolegomena 1. Analogy and the Doctrine of Divine Impassibility by Charles J. Rennie 2. Hermeneutics: Analogia Scripturae and Analogia Fidei by Ronald S. Baines Part II: Biblical Foundations 3. The Old Testament on Divine Impassibility: (I) Texts on the Nature of God by Steve Garrick with Ronald S. Baines 4. The Old Testament on Divine Impassibility: (II) Texts on Immutability and Impassibility by Ronald S. Baines and Steve Garrick 5. The Old Testament on Divine Impassibility: (III) Texts on Apparent Passibilism and Conclusion by Steve Garrick, James P. Butler, and Charles J. Rennie 6. The New Testament on Divine Impassibility: (I) Texts on the Nature of God, Immutability, and Impassibility by Richard C. Barcellos and James P. Butler 7. The New Testament on the Doctrine of Divine Impassibility: (II) Creation, the Incarnation and Sufferings of Christ, and Conclusion by Richard C. Barcellos Part III: Historical Theology 8. Historical Theology Survey of the Doctrine of Divine Impassibility: Pre-Reformation through Seventeenth-Century by Michael T. Renihan, James M. Renihan, and Samuel Renihan 9. Historical Theology Survey of the Doctrine of Divine Impassibility: The Modern Era by Brandon Smith and James M. Renihan Part IV: Systematic Theology 10. A Theology of the Doctrine of Divine Impassibility: (I) Impassibility and the Essence and Attributes of God by Charles J. Rennie 11. A Theology of the Doctrine of Divine Impassibility: (II) Impassibility and the Divine Affections by Charles J. Rennie 12. A Theology of the Doctrine of Divine Impassibility: (III) Impassibility and Christology by Charles J. Rennie and Stefan T. Lindblad Part V: Confessional Theology 13.Confessional Theology and the Doctrine of Divine Impassibility by James M. Renihan Part VI: Practical Theology 14.Practical Theology and the Doctrine of Divine Impassibility by James P. Butler Part VII: Conclusion 15.Closing Comments and Affirmations and Denials by Ronald S. Baines and Charles J. Rennie Appendices 1.Review of God with Us: Divine Condescension and the Attributes of God, K. Scott Oliphint by Charles J. Rennie 2.Review of God is Impassible and Impassioned: Toward a Theology of Divine Emotion, Rob Lister by James E. Dolezal Scripture Index Name and Subject Index Glossary of Technical Terms and Theological Phrases Bibliography of Works Cited This is a Large 460 Page Paperback Volume RBAP NEW jd2 NOW AVAILABLE SGCB Price: $25.95 (list price $35.00)Order with ALL THAT IS IN GOD by James Dolezal SGCB Price: $35.00 (list price $53.00)THIS IS THE PRICE FOR BOTH TITLES |
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 click for details | | BY COMMON CONFESSION: Essays in Honor of James M. Renihan Edited by Ronald S. Baines, Richard C. Barcellos, and James P. Butler This volume of essays is offered in honor of Dr. James M. Renihan. Because he is a historical theologian, most of the essays cover issues in that field of study. But because he is much more than a historical theologian, colleagues and friends of Dr. Renihan were asked to contribute essays covering the various branches of the theological encyclopedia. The efforts here reflect the contributorsÆ esteem for their brother and the impact he has had in a wide range of theological inquiry and praxis. The publisher is pleased to present these essays in honor of an esteemed friend and teacher. Many have been helped tremendously by Dr. Renihan's friendship, scholarship, counsel, and faithfulness to Christ and his calling as pastor and theologian. 459 pages Published 2015 Contents Preface ~ The Publisher Introduction: A Biographical Sketch of James M. Renihan ~ The Editors Historical Theology 1.Chaucer, the Medieval Nominalist Doctrine of Justification, and the Reformation ~ J. V. Fesko, Ph.D. 2.The Abrahamic Covenant in the Thought of John Tombes ~ Michael T. Renihan, Ph.D. 3.John Owen, Baptism, and the Baptists ~ Crawford Gribben, Ph.D. 4.'Popery in new Dress': Richard Baxter v. Benjamin Keach on the Doctrine of Justification ~ Tom Hicks, Ph.D 5.Separating GodÆs Two Kingdoms: Two Kingdom Theology among New England Baptists in the Early Republic ~ Ronald S. Baines 6.Robert Hall Jr. (1764-1831) and the Decline of Historic Calvinism among the English Particular Baptists of the Early Nineteenth Century ~ Austin Walker 7.The Life and Vision of Abraham Kuyper ~ Joel R. Beeke, Ph.D. Exegetical and Biblical Theology 8.Getting the Garden Right: From Hermeneutics to the Covenant of Works ~ Richard C. Barcellos, Ph.D. 9.A Little Cabinet Richly Stored ~ Robert Purnell (d. 1666), edited by Samuel Renihan 10.Reformed Baptist Covenant Theology and Biblical Theology ~ Micah and Samuel Renihan Symbolic and Systematic Theology 11.The Belgic Confession and the True Church ~Robert Godfrey, Ph.D. 12. A Practical Scholasticism?: Edward Leigh's Theological Method ~ James E. Dolezal, Ph.D. 13. 'Eternally Begotten of the Father': An Analysis of the Second London Confession of Faith's Doctrine of the Eternal Generation of the Son ~ Stefan T. Lindblad Pastoral Theology 14.The Temple RepairÆd Hercules Collins (1646/7-1702), edited by Samuel Renihan 15. Escaping the Condemnation of the Devil: An Urgent Call for Spiritual Maturity in the Ministry ~ Jason Walter 16.The Regulative Principle of the Church ~ Samuel E. Waldron, Ph.D. 17.New Covenant Worship: Hebrews 2:12 and the Real Presence of Christ ~ Donald R. Lindblad Tributes Gatlin Bredeson, James P. Butler, Robert E. Cosby, C. J. den Dulk, John Giarrizzo, Dafydd Hughes, Steve Marquedant, Steve Martin, Cameron G. Porter, Larry Vincent, and Wei En Yi Appendix Education, Academic Career and Pastoral Ministry, and a Bibliography of the Publications of James M. Renihan ~ compiled by Micah Renihan RBAPNEW SGCB Price: $23.50 (list price $30.00) |
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 click for details | | RECOVERING OUR CONFESSIONAL HERITAGE: The purpose of the series is to address issues related to the Second London Confession of Faith of 1677/89 Jim Renihan, Rich Barcellos & Ryan Hodson The series is sponsored by the Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies in cooperation with RBAP. The Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies is a graduate theological school which aids churches in preparing men to serve in the Gospel Ministry. The purpose of the series . . . is to address issues related to the Second London Confession of Faith of 1677/89 (2LCF). The series will include treatments of various subjects by multiple authors. The subjects to be covered are those the series editors (along with consultants) determine to be of particular interest in our day. The authors will be those who display ample ability to address the issue under discussion. Some of the installments will be more involved than others due to the nature of the subject addressed and perceived current needs. Many of the contributions will cover foundational aspects of the self-consistent theological system expressed in the Confession. Others will address difficult, often misunderstood, or even denied facets of the doctrinal formulations of the 2LCF. Each installment will have a 'For Further Reading' bibliography at the end to encourage further study on the issue discussed. - from the series editors, James M. Renihan and Richard C. Barcellos TITLE # 1 - IS NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. COMING BACK SOON. TITLE # 2 - Associational Churchmanship: Second London Confession of Faith 26.12-15 by Jim Renihan "In a time when the visible church of Jesus Christ is considered irrelevant by modern society and many Evangelicals view denominations and ecclesiastical associations as too restrictive, this treatise on associational churchmanship is more needed than ever. Dr. James M. Renihan has written invaluable material that every serious Christian who loves Jesus, and the object Jesus loves most (the church) should read, study, and put into practice. This work is scholarly and simultaneously very practical. Apply what is written, and God will be glorified and Christ's kingdom will be enriched and extended." - Earl M. Blackburn, Senior Pastor, Heritage Baptist Church, Shreveport, Louisiana TITLE # 3 - The Covenant of Works: Its Confessional and Scriptural Basis by Rich Barcellos "A proper understanding of Adam's state in the garden is fundamental to a coherent doctrine of salvation, which is why this little book on the covenant of works is so important. Richard Barcellos mines the riches of the Reformed Baptist theology and explains the covenant of works with exegetical fidelity and theological clarity. Anyone who wants greater insight into the covenant of works and Reformed Baptist confessional theology should definitely read this book." - J. V. 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 | | JOURNAL OF THE INSTITUTE OF REFORMED BAPTIST STUDIES - 2014 & 2015 Edited by Richard Barcellos PRODUCT DESCRIPTION - The Journal of the Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies (JIRBS) is published to explain and support the theology of Holy Scripture as it is summarized in the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith of 1689. The journal will be published annually. JOURNAL OF THE INSTITUTE OF REFORMED BAPTIST STUDIES - 2014 Table of Contents ARTICLES 1. COMMUNION AT THE LORD'S SUPPER: 1 Corinthians 10:16 in its Exegetical and Confessional Context by Richard C. Barcellos 2. SEPARATING GOD'S TWO KINGDOMS: Two Kingdom Theology among New England Baptists in the Early Republic by Ronald Baines 3. 'THAT STRONG HOLD OF THEIR COMMON FAITH': Salvation in Christ Alone among Seventeenth-Century Baptists by James M. Renihan 4. OF THE NATURE OF GOD: The Inter-Relation of Essence and Trinity in Edward Leigh's A Systeme or Body of Divinity (1662) by Stefan T. Lindblad 5. STILL IMPASSIBLE: Confessing God without Passions by James E. Dolezal 6. Kingdom through Covenant: A Biblical-Theological Understanding of the Covenants, A Review Article by Samuel Renihan BOOK REVIEWS A Better Way: Rediscovering the Drama of God-Centered Worship, Michael S. Horton, reviewed by Douglas VanderMeulen Canon Revisited: Establishing the Origins and Authority of the New Testament Books, Michael J. Kruger, reviewed by James P. Butler Dangerous Calling: Confronting the Unique Challenges of Pastoral Ministry, Paul David Tripp, reviewed by Jeffrey A. Massey God, Heaven, and Har Magedon: A Covenantal Tale of Cosmos and Telos, Meredith G. Kline, reviewed by Douglas Van Dorn Natural Law and the Two Kingdoms: A Study in the Development of Reformed Social Thought, David VanDrunen, reviewed by Micah Renihan Seditious Sectaries: The Baptist Conventiclers of Oxford 1641-1691. 2 Vols. Studies in Baptist History and Thought 30.1 and 30.2, Larry J. Kreitzer, reviewed by James M. Renihan The Creedal Imperative, Carl R. Trueman, reviewed by Donald R. Lindblad The Distinctiveness of Baptist Covenant Theology: A Comparison Between Seventeenth-Century Particular Baptist and Paedobaptist Federalism, Pascal Denault, reviewed by Samuel Renihan Union with Christ: In Scripture, History, and Theology, Robert Letham, reviewed by James E. Dolezal What Every Christian Needs to Know About the Qur'an, James R. White, reviewed by John A. Brown William Kiffen and His World Parts 1 and 2, Larry J. Kreitzer, reviewed by James M. Renihan JOURNAL OF THE INSTITUTE OF REFORMED BAPTIST STUDIES - 2015 Table of Contents ARTICLES 1. SCOPUS SCRIPTURAE: John Owen, Nehemiah Coxe, our Lord Jesus Christ, and a Few Early Disciples on Christ as the Scope of Scripture, Richard C. Barcellos 2. PRAEDICATIO VERBI DEI EST VERBUM DEI: 'The Preaching of the Word of God is the Word of God' - Heinrich Bullinger and The Second Helvetic Confession, Ronald Baines 3. SUFFICIENT, CERTAIN, AND INFALLIBLE: The Inscripturated Word, James M. Renihan 4. 'DOLPHINS IN THE WOODS': A Critique of Mark Jones and Ted Van Raalte's Presentation of Particular Baptist Covenant Theology, Samuel Renihan 5.CHRIST SPIRITUALLY PRESENT AND BELIEVERS SPIRITUALLY NOURISHED: The Lord's Supper in Seventeenth-Century English Particular Baptist Life, G. Stephen Weaver, Jr. 6.ETERNAL CREATOR OF TIME, James E. Dolezal BOOK REVIEWS- Divine Covenants and Moral Order: A Biblical Theology of Natural Law, David VanDrunen (Grand Rapids: W. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 2014, 545 pp.), reviewed by Micah Renihan God with Us: Divine Condescension and the Attributes of God, K. Scott Oliphint (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 2012, 302pp.), reviewed by Charles J. Rennie Process and Providence: The Evolution Question at Princeton, 1845-1929, Bradley J. Gundlach (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 2013, 374 pages), reviewed by James M. Renihan The Question of Canon: Challenging the Status Quo in the New Testament Debate, Michael J. Kruger (Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic, 2013, 256pp.), reviewed by James P. Butler The Theology of the Westminster Standards: Historical Context and Theological Insights, John V. Fesko (Wheaton: Crossway, 2014, 441 pages), and Confessing the Faith: A ReaderÆs Guide to the Westminster Confession of Faith, Chad Van Dixhoorn (Edinburgh: The Banner of Truth Trust, 2014, 484 pages), reviewed by James M. Renihan Thomas Aquinas's Summa Theologiae: A Guide and Commentary, Brian Davies (New York: Oxford University Press, 2014, xvi + 454pp.), reviewed by James E. Dolezal Thomas Grantham: GodÆs Messenger from Lincolnshire, John Inscore Essick (Macon, GA: Mercer University Press, 2013, 246 pages), reviewed by James M. Renihan JIRBS JOURNAL OF THE INSTITUTE OF REFORMED BAPTIST STUDIES - 2014 SGCB Price: $12.95 (list price $16.00)JOURNAL OF THE INSTITUTE OF REFORMED BAPTIST STUDIES - 2015 SGCB Price: $13.95 (list price $18.00)Order Both Volumes - Both 2014 & 2015 SGCB Price: $22.75 (list price $34.00)25% OFF WHEN ORDERING BOTH VOLUMES |
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| | JOURNAL of the INSTITUTE of REFORMED BAPTIST STUDIES for 2016 & 2018 edited by Rich Barcellos WE NOW HAVE THE VERY LATEST EDITION OF The JOURNAL of the INSTITUTE of REFORMED BAPTIST STUDIES 2018. The Journal of the Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies (JIRBS) is published to explain and support the theology of Holy Scripture as it is summarized in the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith. The journal will be published annually. 246 pages Published 2016 Articles THE CHRISTIAN MINISTRY IN THE CHURCH: Its Reasons, Duration and Goal, and Practical Effects (Ephesians 4:11-16), with Special Emphasis on verse 12 by Richard C. Barcellos BRING THEM TO THE WORD, NOT THE WATER: Pastoral Instructions for Fathers in the First and Second Century Church by Ryan Davidson THE COVENANTAL THEOLOGY OF JOHN SPILSBERYby Matthew C. Bingham THE STRANGE CASE OF THOMAS COLLIER by James M. Renihan THE CONSEQUENCES OF POSITIVE LAW: The Particular Baptists' Use of Inferential Reasoning in Theology by Samuel Renihan UNITY AND DISTINCTION: One God in Three Persons: Unity of Essence, Distinction of Persons, Implications for Life, A Review Article by Stefan T. Lindblad THE REGULATIVE PRINCIPLE OF WORSHIP: Contemporary Objections by Samuel E. Waldron Book Reviews Faith, Freedom and the Spirit: The Economic Trinity in Barth, Torrance and Contemporary Theology, Paul D. Molnar reviewed by James E. Dolezal Covenants Made Simple: Understanding GodÆs Unfolding Promises to His People, Jonty Rhodes reviewed by Pascal Denault Guaranteed Pure: The Moody Bible Institute, Business, and the Making of Modern Evangelicalism, Timothy E. W. Gloege reviewed by James M. Renihan Justification Reconsidered: Rethinking a Pauline Theme, Stephen Westerholm reviewed by Tom Hicks áThe Gospel Ministry, Thomas Foxcraft reviewed by Robert E. Cosby, III The Quest for the Historical Adam: Genesis, Hermeneutics, and Human Origins, William VanDoodewaard reviewed by Terry Clarke Their Rock is Not Like Our Rock: A Theology of Religions, Daniel Strange reviewed by John A. Divito 2018 JOURNAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Articles THE FIVE C’S OF IRBS THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY: Presidential Inauguration Address delivered on September 11, 2018 by James M. Renihan AN EXEGETICAL, CONTEXTUAL, AND BIBLICAL EXAMINATION OF “THE ISRAEL OF GOD” IN GALATIANS 6:16 by Ben Carlson THE FEASTS, NEW MOONS, AND SABBATHS OF COLOSSIANS 2:16 IN OLD TESTAMENT AND ANCIENT, NON-BIBLICAL LITERATURE: A Case for an Old Covenant Colloquialism by Timothy L. Decker METHODOLOGY AND HERMENEUTICS: The Importance and Relationship of Biblical Theology, Systematic Theology, and Typology in Covenant Theology by Samuel Renihan INTERPRETATIONS OF SABBATH REST IN THE EARLY CHURCH AND EARLY MEDIEVAL ERA by Jon English Lee DIVINE SONSHIP IN THE THEOLOGY OF B. B. WARFIELD AND HERMAN BAVINCK AND ITS THEOLOGICAL IMPLICATIONS by Graham J. Shearer Thomas Aquinas by K. Scott Oliphint: A Review Article by Paul Helm Book Reviews Covenant and God’s Purpose for the World, Thomas R. Schreiner, reviewed by Samuel Renihan Debating Perseverance: The Augustinian Heritage in Post-Reformation England, Jay T. Collier, reviewed by William Rosano The Crisis of British Protestantism: Church Power in the Puritan Revolution, 1638-44, Hunter Powell reviewed by Samuel Renihan JIRBS RBAPN jd2 THIS IS THE 2016 EDITION OF JIRBS SGCB Price: $12.00 (list price $18.00)246 PAGE PAPERBACK THIS IS THE 2018 EDITION OF JIRBS SGCB Price: $12.00 (list price $18.00)ORDER ALL FOUR YEARS - 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2018 SGCB Price: $40.00 (list price $70.00) |
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| | THE IMPORTANCE OF THEOLOGY IN THE CHRISTIAN MINISTRY: Southern California Reformed Baptist Pastors' Conference Papers: Volume One, 2012 Rich Barcellos, Jim Renihan & Sam Waldron This brand new volume from RBAP contains the eight lectures delivered at the Southern California Reformed Baptist Pastors' Conference held in the Fall of 2012. "The theme of the 2012 conference was The Importance of Theology in the Christian Ministry. The key-note speaker was Dr. Samuel E. Waldron. The first four chapters of this book are slightly revised editions of his four lectures on theological prolegomena. The conference also had two guest speakers: Drs. Richard C. Barcellos and James M. Renihan. Chapters five through eight are slightly revised editions of their lectures and are published in the order they were delivered. Because these chapters were delivered as papers at a conference, they were prepared as lectures. Readers may at times detect a lecture feel to what they are reading. The editor attempted to make the papers read more like manuscripts for publication, though he pretends no victory in such an attempt". - from the editor's Preface Table of Contents Preface by Richard C. Barcellos 1. Theology: Its Sacred Character by Samuel E. Waldron 2. Theology: Its Proper Definition, Necessary Presuppositions, and Scientific Divisions by Samuel E. Waldron 3. Systematic Theology: Its Specific Idea, Scientific Relationships, and Organizational Method by Samuel E. Waldron 4. Systematic Theology: Its Legitimate Necessity by Samuel E. Waldron 5. An Exegetical Case Study in the Doxological Trajectory of the Canon: Ephesians 1:8-10 in Light of its Immediate, Contextual Meaning and Redemptive-Historical and Canonical Context (Part 1) by Richard C. Barcellos 6. An Exegetical Case Study in the Doxological Trajectory of the Canon: Ephesians 1:8-10 in Light of its Immediate, Contextual Meaning and Redemptive-Historical and Canonical Context (Part 2) by Richard C. Barcellos 7. Person and Place: Two Problems with Biblicism by James. M. Renihan 8. 'Good and Necessary Consequence' or 'Necessarily Contained': Toward a Particular Baptist Method of Theology by James M. Renihan rbapn djr BRAND NEW TITLE SGCB Price: $10.00 (list price $14.00) |
