The Scandal of Christianity: The Gospel as Stumbling Block to Modern ManHistorical revelation, the triune God, original sin, the Mediator, resurrection--these are central to the Christian message at the same time major stumbling blocks to modern thinking. Emil Brunner examines these five doctrines in light of the deep abyss that separates man's religious aspirations however high, from Christian faith. For each doctrine the noted theologian sets the biblical teaching against the opposing philosophical argument. As a brief presentation of key elements in Dr. Brunner's theological position, this book serves as an excellent introduction to his larger works. As an orderly statement of Christian beliefs, it reveals how the scandal of Christianity is the touchstone of the gospel.--from back cover. |
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