What’s the big deal about Biblical Theology?
As part of our Reading Plan for 2020, we’re going to highlight resources around the monthly theme. In February, we’re unpacking Biblical Theology. Biblical theology is the attempt to tell the whole story of the whole Bible as christian Scripture. Dive in:
ARTICLES
- Thomas R. Schreiner on the problem with much preaching today—and biblical theology as the remedy.
- Jonathan Leeman outlines how biblical theology guards and guides churches.
- Nick Roark considers how biblical theology helps us see Jesus in all the Scriptures.
- Sam Emandi argues that bad sermons come from bad biblical theology.
- David Helm & Joel Miles connect our biblical theology to our preaching: part 1, part 2, part 3.
- What is the connection between biblical theology and counseling? Michael Emlet explains here.
- Graeme Goldsworthy answers the question, “What is the Discipline of Biblical Theology?“
JOURNAL
Biblical theology answers the question, Who are we, as the church in the world? Download here.
WATCH
- In this episode of Pastors’ Talk, Mark and Jonathan sit down with Nick Roark, a pastor and the author of the new book Biblical Theology: How the Church Faithfully Teaches the Gospel.
LISTEN
- In this episode of Pastors’ Talk, Mark Dever, Jonathan Leeman, and Paul Alexander discuss biblical theology.
- Greg Gilbert on why biblical theology is urgently needed.
- In this conversation with Mark Dever, Greg Beale gives a crash course on the discipline of biblical theology.
QUICK ANSWERS
- Why should expositional preaching include biblical theology?
- Why is biblical theology essential for a Christian’s discipleship and growth?
- How can I grow in my understanding of biblical theology?
BOOKS
Biblical Theology: How the Church Faithfully Teaches the Gospel (Nick Roark & Robert Cline) — One of the most important safeguards against false gospels is an understanding of biblical theology: reading the Bible in light of its main message, culminating in Jesus Christ. Translations available: German | Portuguese | Romanian | Spanish
Biblical Theology in the Life of the Church (Michael Lawrence) — Lays out biblical theology in four areas: counseling, missions, caring for the poor, and church/state relations. Rich in application and practical insight, this book will equip pastors and church leaders to think, preach, and do ministry through the framework of biblical theology.
The Whole Truth about God: Biblical Theology (Bobby Jamieson) — When churches center everything they do on God’s Word—when the pulpit ministry gives direction to every aspect of the church’s life—growth happens God’s way. God’s Word is what creates the church, and it’s what sustains it, too.