The Necessary Distinction: A Continuing Conversation on Law and Gospel

by Albert Collver III

The distinction between the Law and the Gospel is an often-overlooked necessity when comprehending Scripture. Law and Gospel are not meant to be balanced or coordinated; rather, they should be rightly distinguished. This distinction is not a theoretical abstraction but a functional necessity for preaching and pastoral care lest sinners be left with their own attempts at righteousness, which can only lead to arrogance or despair.
The Necessary Distinction: A Continuing Conversation on Law and Gospel is a collection of 13 exploratory essays that work through the implications of this distinction for preaching, pastoral care, liturgy, mission, and Christian living. They draw readers back into a deep look into the Holy Scriptures so that Christ Jesus is preached with greater clarity and broken sinners are given the full consolation of the forgiveness of sins

Genres: Christian, Theology

344 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 12, 2017

Reviews

[Juan Callejas Aquino · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this very challenging book. It is not easy or straightforward to read, especially if you come from outside the academic Lutheran world. Yet, it raises important discussions that need to take place within the broader Protestant tradition. If we claim to be "gospel-centered", we need to take the Law & Gospel distinction seriously, lest we dilute the Message....

[Kyle Dupic · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this book. Enjoy the topic, but more so, fell in love with multiple authors, allowing for different voices to speak in same book, bounce off each other, etc.