The Christian Faith: A Lutheran Exposition

by Robert Kolb

In this book, the author presents the basic teachings of the Christian faith from the Lutheran framework. This framework presents all the articles of faith in accordance with the Scriptures and also correctly distinguishes between Law and Gospel. Chapters focus on God, Creator and creation, God's provision, Sin and evil, God's Law, Person of Christ, Work of Christ, Justification, Holy Spirit and the work of conversion, Holy Scripture, God's Word, Baptism, Lord's Supper, Sanctified life, Church, Public ministry, Last things, and Heaven. Highly readable for serious Bible students, church professionals, and those preparing for church work. Can be used as an in-service teacher review.

Genres: Theology, Christian

298 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

About the author

Robert Kolb (PhD, University of Wisconsin) is Mission Professor of Systematic Theology emeritus at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. He is the author of numerous books including The Genius of Luther’s Theology and is coeditor of The Book of Concord (2000 translation).

Reviews

[Eric · Rating 2 out of 5]

It is clear that Kolb has a firm grasp on the theology of the Lutheran denomination. But what seems equally clear is that he could have used another round or two of editing when the book was published as there are passages that make little sense.

[Glenn Crouch · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just finished reading the Logos version of this book and found it quite an enjoyable and easy read.

This book supplies a comprehensive coverage of the Christian Faith with a Lutheran emphasis - and probably is not a bad place to start if you want to find out what most (many) Lutherans believe.

I did think his sections on Spiritual Gifts and Ordination of Women were a bit short and a bit dismissive - but that could also be because I wasn't in exact agreement with the Author in these areas. Given the size of the book, I think this can be forgiven and thus my 5 star rating.

[Mish · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is Systematic theology from the Lutheran perspective in a very palatable form. A very logically presented, interesting read.