The uniqueness of a brakels work lies in the fact that it is more than systematic theology. The christians reasonable service, 4 vols wilhelmus brakel. Brakel is a 5 point calvinist with a decidedly puritan slant. B elshout, covers the life, times, history and theology of wilhelhus a brakel 16351711. Louis berkhof systematic theology 1938 berkhofs systematic theology has been a standard textbook in reformed seminaries for over 60 years. Wilhelmus a brakel said that some duties of gods people in the kingdom of grace are a to be a good christian example to others, b to love others believers and unbelievers alike the christians reasonable service, iii. Zondervan professor of historical theology, calvin theological seminary no systematic theology compares to wilhelmus a brakels the christians reasonable service for its explicit concern to weld the objective and subjective in theology. A brakel not only challenges the mind as he plumbs the depths of the teachings of scripture, but he also challenges the heart as readers must grapple with the truth and its. For the first time in its long and acclaimed history, berkhofs monumental treatment of the doctrines of the reformed faith is now available together in one volume with introduction to the study of systematic theology, berkhofs formal prolegomenon to his theology. Emerging from the dutch further reformation, a brakel is without equal. The christians reasonable service kindle edition by.
Sign up to receive our special offers and new releases. No systematic theology compares to wilhelmus brakel s the christians reasonable service for its explicit concern to weld the objective and subjective in theology. Aug 09, 2010 however, a brakel shows himself in these four volumes to be primarily concerned with promoting the glory of god and the happiness of the saints. At the age of twentyfour he was ordained as a minister of the gospel. This amazing, reformed systematic theology was written in 1700 by a dutch puritan for lay people and was as popular in the netherlands as. Systematic theologies organizes thematically the various dimensions and emphases of scripture and in particular to show their interrelatedness as they communicate the. Christ the intercessor by wilhelmus a brakel 16351711. It also builds on biblical disciplines, church history, as well as biblical and historical theology. Wilhelmus a brakel puritan reformed theological seminary.
Brakel, wilhelmus a products reformation heritage books. No systematic theology compares to wilhelmus a brakels the christians reasonable service for its explicit concern to weld the objective and subjective in theology. Reformed experiential religion at its best, wilhelmus a brakel systematically moves through. Emerging from the dutch further reformation, a brakel is without equal in exploring both the intricate details of the reformed theological system whilst ensuring that at every. Some have called his fourvolume work an experiential systematic theology because a brakel considered this massive work to be more for the benefit of the laity than of theologians. The puritan theologian william ames said that theology is the doctrine of living unto god. Christian books on systematic theology best commentaries. Wilhelmus a brakel the reformed reader discussing books. Fesko, academic dean and associate professor of systematic theology, westminster seminary california.
Reference books topx a brakel, wilhelmus the christian. Wilhelmus a brakel and the christians reasonable service. Not only can historians read a brakel to learn about historic reformed theology, but scholars, pastors, and laymen can all benefit from a close reading of these wonderful volumes. No systematic theology compares to wilhelmus a brakels the christians reasonable service for its. We must know that we have the enemy within ourselves, that we carry the seed of uncleanness within, which will. The new combined edition contains his systematic theology text as well as his 1932 book, introduction to systematic theology. With logos bible software, you can get even more out of this systematic reference work. A brakel not only challenges the mind as he plumbs the depths of the teachings of scripture, but he also challenges the heart as readers must grapple with the truth and its implications for their growth in grace. Mar 23, 2020 theology of wilhelmus a brakel bartel elshout lecture wilhelmus a brakel 16351711 was a major representative of the nadere reformatie, and a contemporary of gisbertus voetius and herman. Wilhelmus a brakel is most noted for his fourvolume work, the christians reasonable service reformation heritage books. James white is the director of alpha and omega ministries, a christian apologetics organization based in phoenix, arizona.
Some have called his fourvolume work an experiential systematic theology because abrakel considered this massive work to be more for the benefit of the laity than of theologians. Emerging from the dutch further reformation, brakel is without equal in exploring both the intricate details of the reformed theological system whilst ensuring that at every. May 05, 2015 no systematic theology compares to wilhelmus brakel s the christians reasonable service for its explicit concern to weld the objective and subjective in theology. Wilhelmus a brakel and the doctrine of divine simplicity. Wilhelmus a brakel 2 january 1635, leeuwarden 30 october 1711, rotterdam was a.
Christ the intercessor by wilhelmus a brakel 16351711 articles on the christian walk, systematic theology and practical theology today, many christians are turning back to the puritans to, walk in the old paths, of gods word, and to continue to proclaim old truth that glorifies jesus christ. Christians reasonable service which was a systematic theology written for. East london tabernacle sermons brown, john of edinburgh expository discourses on the first epistle of the apostle peter brown, john of haddington the systematic theology of. The christians reasonable service indexed monergism. No systematic theology compares to wilhelmus a brakels christians. Guarding against sexual sin wilhelmus a brakel the. The christians reasonable service by wilhemus abrakel. His sermons were christcentered, rich in gospel content, experiential, and addressed all who were. Oct, 2015 wilhelmus a brakels the christians reasonable service deserves the new life it receives in this publication. Wilhelmus a brakel 16351711 was a major representative of the nadere. Brief introduction to the life and theology of wilhelmus a. Jun 03, 2019 wilhelmus a brakel and the christians reasonable service bartel elshout, joel r. The christians reasonable service, 4 vols wilhelmus.
The christians reasonable service, 4 volumes christian book. First published in 1700, the christians reasonable. These lectures are based on his most famous, 4 volume, systematic theology called the christians reasonable service published for the first time in the english language in 1995. Thomas vincent, thomas watson, and zacharias ursinus also talk about piety, holiness, and sanctification as. Wilhelmus a brakel s the christians reasonable service is a tremendously insightful work that showcases the marriage between scholastic precision and a warm pastoral piety. Endorsements wilhelmus a brakels the christians reasonable service is a tremendously insightful work that showcases the marriage between scholastic precision and a warm pastoral piety. Discussion in the literary forum started by 3john2, may 24, 2007. No systematic theology compares to wilhelmus a brakels the christians. Especially valuable for historical theology, theological students of all stripes will profit deeply from this famous work. This is a systematic theology reference book, and about as thorough a one youll find in one volume. Mar 19, 2020 wilhelmus a brakel 16351711 was a major representative of the nadere reformatie, and a contemporary of gisbertus voetius and herman witsius. In it he articulated the well considered reformed mainstream of prophetic interpretation at the conclusion of the protestant reformation. The fear of god by wilhelmus abrakel 16351711 reformed.
The christians reasonable service, 4 volumes westminster. Wilhelmus a brakel believed theology was the christians reasonable service. Rhb has just reprinted the four volumes of my favorite work beside the bible. These men are simply reiterating the ageold truth that believers need to live lives of worship unto god, and we need theology to. The fear of god by wilhelmus abrakel 1635 1711 articles on the christian walk, systematic theology and practical theology today, many christians are turning back to the puritans to, walk in the old paths, of gods word, and to continue to proclaim old truth that glorifies jesus christ. Free grace broadcaster winter 2011 issue 218 selfdenial mount zion bible church, chapel library, thomas manton, george whitefield, john calvin, charles spurgeon, richard baxter, a. For the uninitiated, what that means is that it deals with theology on a subject by subject basis, rather than looking at it in a book of the bible by book of the bible basis. Wilhelmus a brakels the christians reasonable service. No systematic theology compares to wilhelmus brakels the christians reasonable service for its explicit concern to weld the objective and subjective in theology. Emerging from the dutch further reformation, a brakel is without equal in. Theology of wilhelmus a brakel bartel elshout lecture youtube.
This new printing of louis berkhofs classic systematic theology represents a publishing landmark. He is the author of more than twenty books, a professor and an accomplished debater. Institutes of elenctic theology 3 volume set outlines of theology. Why title a work on systematic theology, the christians reasonable service. Everyone ought to be on guard so that, consistent with the exhortation of the apostle, everyone may possess his vessel in sanctification and honor 1 thess 4.
The christians reasonable service, by wilhelmus a brakel. Zaspel is executive editor here at books at a glance. A brakels the christians reasonable service incorporates itself into your logos ecosystem. It addresses issues such as what the bible teaches about certain topics or what is true about god and his universe. The belgic confession of faith bridges, charles the christian ministry brown, archibald g. Beeke june 3, 2019 wilhelmus a brakel is among the most venerated of the theologians representing the dutch further reformation nadere reformatie, a period similar to and coinciding with english puritanism. Systematic theology is a discipline of christian theology that formulates an orderly, rational, and coherent account of the doctrines of the christian faith. The christians reasonable service, 4 volumes brakel. Emerging from the dutch further reformation, a brakel is without equal in exploring both the intricate details of the reformed theological system whilst ensuring that at. Emerging from the dutch further reformation, brakel is without equal in exploring both the intricate details of the reformed theological system whilst ensuring that at every turn.
Distinguished dutch reformed theologian wilhelmus a brakel 1635 1711 wrote a compelling commentary on the book of revelation as part of his magnum opus systematic theology. He wrote with the clear erudition of a scholar, but never was he so obtuse that the layman in the pew found himself lost in technical verbiage. A brakel not only challenges the mind as he plumbs the depths of the teachings of scripture, but he also challenges the heart as readers must grapple. Systematic theologies organizes thematically the various dimensions and emphases of scripture and in particular to show their interrelatedness as they communicate the word of god. These men are simply reiterating the ageold truth that believers need to live lives of worship unto god, and we need theology to worship rightly. Wilhelmus a brakels the christians reasonable service is a tremendously insightful work that showcases the marriage between scholastic precision and a warm pastoral piety. We must know that we have the enemy within ourselves, that we carry the seed of uncleanness within, which will very readily shoot up if we do not carefully watch. The christians reasonable service kindle edition by brakel. This amazing, reformed systematic theology was written in 1700 by a dutch puritan for lay people and was as popular in the netherlands as bunyans pilgrims progress was in england. While it looks like another reformed systematic theology it is actually more practical in nature and intended to provide content for small group discussions as christians gather to encourage one another. However, abrakel shows himself in these four volumes to be primarily concerned with promoting the glory of god and the happiness of the saints.
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