Truth Aflame: Theology for the Church in Renewal

by Larry D. Hart

“Larry Hart’s Truth Aflame brings together charismatic renewal and classic evangelical faith better than anything I have read. An important contribution to the contemporary renaissance in systematic theology!” Timothy George Dean of Beeson Divinity School of Samford University, Executive Editor of Christianity Today As the Pentecostal/charismatic movement continues to grow, so does the need for solid theological resources for its members. While there are many volumes of systematic theology available, very few are written from a distinctly charismatic perspective. Truth Aflame seeks to meet that need. While academically sound, Truth Aflame is written with a practical, pastoral flavor. Larry Hart defines systematic theology as the process of taking what the Bible teaches and relating it to contemporary questions and knowledge. His passion for the subject is evident: he is concerned that the reader both grasps the magnificence of the study of God and allows these great truths to be transformative. This Truth, then—liberating, enlivening, and transforming Truth—becomes central to the ongoing renewal of the church that we are seeing in our day. Dr. Hart treats each of the traditional categories—revelation, God, creation, humanity, sin, Christ, salvation, the church, and last things—from a Pentecostal/charismatic perspective. He addresses other theological viewpoints but does not get bogged down in analysis and rebuttal. Further, he seeks to build bridges of understanding to those evangelicals outside the charismatic tradition. Clear, succinct, and readable, this revised and updated edition of Truth Aflame is well-suited not only for students, but for anyone desiring a greater understanding of Pentecostal/charismatic theology.

Genres: Theology, Christian

608 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2005

Reviews

[Maya Rose · Rating 4 out of 5]

honestly I liked this for what it is. obviously it is kind of tedious and occasionally troubling content-wise, but it is very coherent and generally pretty easy to read and understand.

[Barbie N · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can highly recommend this book. I had to buy it for two of my classes in my MDIV studies--and have gone back to it over and over again as a research tool for classes that I have been teaching in a Seminary in Africa. The writing style is more enjoyable than most theologies out there, yet it is thorough. I especially enjoy the many quotes from a vast range of sources that he sprinkles through the book.

[Greg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic Book on theology from a long-time professor at Oral Roberts University.
Spirit Filled Baptist Theologian and Pastor.

[Jacob Young · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book provided a helpful systematic theology from a Pentecostal perspective. A much needed resource for today!