The focus of this book is on what the Scriptures teach regarding salvation, particularly as passages relate to the theology of salvation (i.e., "soteriology") of what has been called "lordship salvation." This book is organized into ten chapters, which could be viewed as essays that build upon one another, with the first four essays being somewhat foundational in introducing concepts to be explored, such as: "saving faith," "repentance," and the word "gospel." Following the ten chapters, there are three appendix chapters, and then a Bonus Section is offered, with brief word studies from three passages related to this topic.
An associate publisher for a major Christian publishing company wrote: "I very much believe that you cover some critical ground here and I especially appreciate your winsome determination to help all parties in this conversation to have common language and starting points. You are careful, nuanced, and a solid writer. I believe this contribution and perspective is a helpful one."
Even if you have already considered the various positions and have determined where you (or your church) stand on the issues, may I suggest that this book is a must-read. You will not be disappointed.
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Dr. Kenneth P. Lenz has served for over twenty-five years in church ministries and as a chaplain. He has also served on the religion faculty and Bible/theology faculty of several colleges. Courses Ken has taught include "Understandings of Religion," "History of Christian Thought," "Survey of the New Testament," and "New Testament Epistles," among others. He has also taught "writing intensive" courses to help students in their writing skills. His earned Ph.D. included an emphasis in Eastern Orthodox Church history and liturgy, and he excels in the area of hermeneutics (biblical interpretation). Ken and his wife, Helen, have three grown children: Carrie, Evan, and Bryce.
Books by this author include a trilogy published by Xlibris (offered in print and as e-books), which include:
- Water Baptism and Spirit Baptism: As Taught in the Scriptures (398 pages)
- Confession and Communion: As Taught in the Scriptures (108 pages)
- God's Son "Forsaken," His Sacrifice "Finished!" (136 pages)
E-books by this author published through Smashwords, include:
- The Orthodox Church: An Evangelical Perspective
- Water Baptism and Spirit Baptism: Expanded Edition
- Branches of the Vine: A Fresh Look at John 15
- The Bread of Life: A Consistent Sense of John 6
- Christ, the "I Am" (in both English and Hindi)
- Lordship Salvation: An Evangelical Perspective
- Biblical Salvation
For more information, visit www.KenLenz.com