Major Bible Themes

by Lewis Sperry Chafer and John F. Walvoord

Book Overview

In an age characterized by skepticism and ignorance of the Holy Scriptures, this timely volume clearly sets forth the biblical truths and teachings that long have been cherished by Christians. Virtually a classic for this century, Major Bible Themes includes chapters on doctrines that merit particular attention in the contemporary religious scene, such as the Holy Spirit, the nature of the Church, and the second coming of Christ. Designed for group...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0310223903
• ISBN13: 9780310223900
• Release Date: March 1974
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 5.8" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 18 years and up

Customer Reviews

Major Bible Themes...a work done right!!

This book has 52 major doctrines that every Christian should know and be familiar with. I started reading it because I wanted to be more familiar with these doctrines, and it has opened a wealth of information that I didn't even know about. I teach Sunday School at my church, and it has come in handy more times than I can count. It is also great when I talk with youth one-on-one for a reference that is easy to understand, yet very compleate in it's answers. I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to know more about theology, escatology, Christology, ect. It is a great investment!

The Finest Basic Evangelical Systematic Theology Around!

As a student having attended Chafer's seminary in Dallas, I can say without hesitation--for evangelical Christians in search of a simple, well-organized study of the major themes of Scripture, this is the best.I had to digest Dr. Chafer's seven-volume systematic theology while in seminary, and frankly, I enjoyed it. Chafer is unapologetically pre-tribulational, pre-millennial, and dispensational in his theology. If you aren't, his works will either convince you or send you running in a hurry!This MUCH-abridged work divides the themes into fifty-two subjects, from 'salvation', to 'eternal security', to 'Angels', etc. If it's a theme in Scripture, Chafer discusses it simply, and with excellent Bible references. You could easily study a topic per week, and in a year be saturated with Bible understanding.Even if you don't agree with Chafer's view on the Rapture, the tribulation, and the millennium, there is much to learn that will make anyone who doesn't want to tackle the multi-volume set, a much more informed Christian.Indispensible, and highly recommended for personal and/or Sunday School use! Extremely well-organized.

An excellent resource to study the Bible

We've used this book since 1982 for individual studies and Bible study groups. It's an excellent resource for studying the Bible. It's just as valuable for new Christians as it is helpful for mature believers. The book contains 52 vital doctrines of the Bible, the cardinal doctrines that are essential for the understanding of Christianity and for a Christian's growth. It features chapters on "The Bible," "God the Son," "God the Trinity," "God the Holy Spirit," "Satan," "Man," "The Church," "The Second Coming of Christ," and so much more. Each chapter concludes with a short test which will be very helpful in Bible study groups. Everything is explained in an easy-to-understand format. This book is very helpful and we highly recommend it.

A great book for use in Bible study groups

This book does a nice job of surveying 52 themes of the Bible in a devotional, easy to underatand style. The chapters are only 5 or 6 pages long, and they are saturated with Scripture references, which saves the Bible study leader lots of time in preparation. But the busy beaver who spends the time to look up the scripture references will be richly rewarded by what he discovers. The chapters on the Bible and the ones on God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit are well written and say much about the character of God. But the chapters that deal with end times events are not quite as strong, mainly because of the false assumption of the authors that anyone who doesn't agree is simply guilty of not interpreting the scriptures literally. But other than that minor quibble, I love the book. After all these years, this is still of the best books to use to introduce people to the major themes of the Bible. I recommend it highly. But make sure you also buy "The Rapture Question Answered" by Robert Van Kampen to balance out the errors in end times thinking.

At once a teaching tool, a reference book and devotional.

Major Bible Themes is an excellent tool for the person who ever wanted to learn or even teach the essential doctrines of the Christian faith. The perfect book for Sunday schools or home Bible studies. The questions at the end of each chapter promote learning and dialogue within the class. It is also an excellent reference book for any theology student as well as enhancing one's devotional time with God by growing in the grace and knowlege of Jesus Christ.