Introduction à la théologie évangélique

by Daniel J. Treier

Ce manuel propose une introduction à la théologie bien documentée sur le plan biblique, structurée sur la base du Symbole des apôtres, prenant en compte la théologie évangélique dans sa diversité ainsi que l’ensemble des confessions chrétiennes, et allant jusqu’aux grandes questions éthiques et de piété d’aujourd’hui. Daniel Treier, qui a codirigé l’édition du Grand Dictionnaire de théologie, aborde les textes clés des Écritures, énonce précisément les données doctrinales et présente honnêtement les arguments des débats, le tout de façon très pédagogique. Les lecteurs trouveront dans ce livre une introduction substantielle aux convictions et aux arguments qui façonnent la théologie évangélique d’aujourd’hui.

Ce livre a été élu « meilleur livre chrétien de l’année » (catégorie « ouvrages bibliques de référence ») aux États-Unis par l’Association des éditeurs évangéliques (ECPA) en 2020.

Genres: Theology, Christian, Unfinished, School, Religion

564 pages, Paperback

Published April 7, 2023

About the author

Daniel Treier is a Christian theologian and has been Associate Professor of Theology at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL since 2001. Prior to Wheaton College, Treier taught at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School as Instructor of Biblical and Systematic Theology and at Cornerstone University. He has an M.Div. (1996) and Th.M. (1998) from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Systematic Theology (2002) under the supervision of Kevin J. Vanhoozer.

Treier is an expert in theological hermeneutics, having been the associate editor for the Dictionary for Theological Interpreation of the Bible (2005).

Reviews

[Abigail Stolberg · Rating 2 out of 5]

I finally. finished this book. Over the course of three systematic theology classes. Not the most arresting read in my opinion, but I do think useful. General recommend. I however will be setting aside systematic theology for a time, times, and half a time or so.

[Daniel Woodfield · Rating 4 out of 5]

I SO wanted to give this book five stars, I was very excited upon getting it. I really wanted this book to be my one stop book for training leaders in systematics, and a bit of everything else (church history, ethics, hermeneutics). If only it was a hundred pages longer and smoothed out some of the more frustrating theological jargon. There are some truly excellent chapters in this book, especially concerning atonement and reconciliation, Scripture, and the church. However, it is just slightly too obtuse in certain areas, requiring a few more sentences to flesh out the meaning, to justify a five star book.
Also, I appreciate the huge breadth but the glossary is ridiculous in its scope!
However, a second edition with 100/200 extra pages of clearer writing would likely get an automatic five stars from me.

[JJ Powell · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really wanted to like this one, but I just had a lot of trouble with it. Treier obviously knows his stuff, but I really struggle with his writing style, and it was pretty hard to get through at points. I’m also unconvinced that this would be a good introduction to theology; if somebody has no familiarity with theology, I think this book would be pretty overwhelming for them. I did enjoy it, and it’s something that I intend to revisit from time to time, but it wasn’t as great as I had been hoping.

[Caleb Rolling · Rating 4 out of 5]

A solid introduction to the broad evangelical theological tradition. The glossary is a major strength of this introduction - very handy for reference and aids with the book’s accessibility. Another strength is that it is able to address current and arising issues in evangelical theology. However, it’s just an introduction, so there’s not a lot of new territory covered here. Additionally, the prose is pretty stiff. All in all, this is a dependable go-to introduction.

[Morgan Wilson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Still gathering my thoughts on this one. Some chapters were definitely more complex and took longer to comprehend. But the author helpfully connected foundational Biblical texts and principles. Brought in key truths referring to the identity of Jesus, the Father and the Holy Spirit. I’m confident there is content in this book that went over my head, just sometimes need a bit more of a simpler breakdown when it comes to theology.

[Christian Cha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book for an overview of evangelical theology, a bit difficult to read - would not recommend for children

Many great topics that were discussed. Also provides some history behind other denomination's theology. Would recommend for a systematic introduction to studying God and His Word. Would also recommend a small group study.

[Brianna Warme]

by far the most dense of all the books I had to read for my Systematic Theology classes, but SO worth the work to fully understand. Sometimes I had to read and reread and reread paragraphs in order to fully comprehend the material— but man, the payoff far exceeded the toil.

[Brandi Breezee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This textbook-y textbook is the best textbook in the history of textbooks.

[Nicholas Bannister · Rating 4 out of 5]

Concise, clear, represents doctrinal/denominational disagreements fairly—an excellent resource.

[Skylar · Rating 3 out of 5]

good theology and actually gives a fairly good overview but it is only for those who understand the terminology and is also only a starting point.

[Troy · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent introduction to the diversity of Protestant thought.