Union with Christ and the Life of Faith - (Soteriology and Doxology) by Fred Sanders
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- In this volume, a top scholar in the world of evangelical theology addresses the key soteriological theme of union with Christ.
- About the Author: Fred Sanders (PhD, Graduate Theological Union) is professor of theology in the Torrey Honors College at Biola University in La Mirada, California, where he has taught since 1999.
- 176 Pages
- Religion + Beliefs, Christian Theology
- Series Name: Soteriology and Doxology
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About the Book
A renowned theologian addresses the key soteriological theme of union with Christ, showing students how to integrate theology into the life of faith and how the practices of Christian worship influence theological thinking.Book Synopsis
In this volume, a top scholar in the world of evangelical theology addresses the key soteriological theme of union with Christ. The book provides substantive engagement with the doctrine of transformative union, including sections on the creeds, Scripture, the history of the doctrine, constructive dogmatics, and Christian praxis. Its biblical point of access is Paul's theology of life "in Christ," understood as an invitation to a theological reading of the four Gospels. Special attention is given to the trinitarian structure of union with Christ.This book shows students how to integrate theology into the life of faith and demonstrates how the practices of Christian worship influence theological thinking. A devotional interlude directing readers to a classic hymn, poem, or liturgy follows each chapter.
The Soteriology and Doxology series consists of introductory textbooks that cover key topics in soteriology, providing substantive treatments of doctrine while pointing to the setting of theology in doxology. Series editors are Kent Eilers and Kyle C. Strobel.
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"It would be hard to imagine a better introduction to union with Christ than this"This book provides substantive engagement with the doctrine of soteriological union. Its biblical point of access is Paul's theology of life "in Christ," understood as an invitation to a theological reading of the four Gospels. Special attention is given to the trinitarian structure of union with Christ.
"Those who know Fred Sanders's writing will know he is a master of clarity, concision, and theological wisdom. This book exemplifies these virtues to the full. It would be hard to imagine a better introduction to union with Christ than this."
--Jeremy Begbie, Duke University
"There are riches packed into this slim volume! As well as being a scriptural, historical, and doctrinal primer on union with Christ by the Spirit, it makes a compelling case for seeing this concept as the controlling center of soteriology. Drawing on devotional as well as theological works down the centuries, Sanders helps us see how a strongly trinitarian account of union with Christ informs pastoral wisdom and shapes our understanding of the Christian life."
--Suzanne McDonald, Western Theological Seminary
"Sanders makes as compelling a biblical, historical, and theological case for viewing union with Christ as the beating heart of salvation and the Christian life as I have come across. What does it mean to have a personal relationship with Jesus? It means being in Christ. Here is theology that informs and inspires, taking us into the deep things of the gospel, showing us how wondrous is the room in the christological 'in.'"
--Kevin J. Vanhoozer, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
"Moving smoothly from hymns to creeds, from exegetical observations to drawing from a wide variety of Christian thinkers through the ages, this is vintage Sanders: clear in communication, generously catholic in spirit, biblically saturated, and pastorally sensitive. Yet again we have another helpful gem of a book from a trusted theologian."
--Kelly M. Kapic, Covenant College
About the Author
Fred Sanders (PhD, Graduate Theological Union) is professor of theology in the Torrey Honors College at Biola University in La Mirada, California, where he has taught since 1999. He is the author of numerous books, including The Deep Things of God: How the Trinity Changes Everything, The Triune God, The Holy Spirit: An Introduction, and Fountain of Salvation: Trinity and Soteriology.Dimensions (Overall): 8.5 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W)
Weight: .5 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 176
Genre: Religion + Beliefs
Sub-Genre: Christian Theology
Series Title: Soteriology and Doxology
Publisher: Baker Academic
Theme: Soteriology
Format: Paperback
Author: Fred Sanders
Language: English
Street Date: August 19, 2025
TCIN: 94339331
UPC: 9781540961723
Item Number (DPCI): 247-51-3706
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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