Elemental Theology: An Introductory Survey of Conservative Doctrine

by Emery H. Bancroft, Ronald B. Mayers

This reprint covers the basics of systematic theology in brief, easy-to-follow outline form.

Genres: Theology

400 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 1955

Reviews

[Anita Byrne · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this is the right book. It delineates all the major Christian doctrines, and shows the scriptures that teach us these doctrines.

[Connor Kinkade · Rating 2 out of 5]

I rated it two stars for enjoyment. I read it for school, and it was so dry. I usually do not mind dense reading, but this just was not doing it for me. It will be a good reference to keep around, though.

[Karie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this years ago in Bible college. Only now do I notice -as I'm studying a particular doctrine- some of the errors of the author. Many times he uses cross-references which have no connection whatsoever with the main verse/subject. Also, there are certain main points which are incorrect -clearly proved in the Bible, so I sit there saying aloud, "Where is he getting this??" It really put a damper on my study time. I can never understand why people who write books on such important biblical matters insert stuff that's just not in the Bible. Yes, there is a lot of good "meat" here, but the "bones" just frustrate me. Sometimes the bones are because the guy won't stick with one Bible version, and thus uses another version to try and prove his point. Doesn't move me.

[Michael · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was helpful in certain doctrines, but was also dry at times. It was not as bad as many people pointed it out to be, but is still not a 5 star book.

[Ryan Ortiz]

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