Written in a clear, contemporary style using inclusive language, Dr. Maring’s unique approach combines fresh insights into the New Testament concept of the church with thoughtful interpretations of Baptist history and tradition.

Maring explores hallmarks of Baptist identity, biblical roots of Baptist doctrine, qualifications and responsibilities of church membership, and fresh perspectives on baptism and the theology of the Lord’s Supper.

This new edition blends principles of its highly regarded predecessor with dynamic ideas for ministry in the twenty-first century.

A Testament to Freedom, completely revised and expanded for this edition, includes previously untranslated writings, excerpts from major books, sermons, and selected letters spanning the years of Bonhoeffer's pastoral and theological career. This magnificent volume takes readers on a historical and biographical journey that follows Bonhoeffer through the various stages of his life--as teacher, ecumenist, pastor, preacher, seminary director, prophet in the Nazi era and, finally, as martyr in pursuit of peace and justice.

What does the Bible say? Each Christian doctrine is rooted in the Bible's own teaching in both the Old and New Testaments.

What has the Church believed? Christians have interpreted these doctrines in somewhat different ways through the centuries.

How do the doctrines fit together? Each Christian doctrine must cohere with the other doctrines.

How does each doctrine impact the church today? Each Christian doctrine must be meaningful for today's church. It's sure to become a widely-used resource in systematic theology study.

In this compelling volume, Ravi Zacharias examines the mystery of evil. This brilliant writer and gifted teacher traces how secularization has led to a loss of shame, pluralization has led to a loss of reason, and privatization has led to a loss of meaning.