| Title: Dispensationalism, Israel and the Church, The Search for Definition By: Craig A. Blaising & Darrell L. Bock, eds. Format: Paperback Number of Pages: 402 Vendor: Zondervan Publication Date: 1997 | Dimensions: 9 1/4 X 6 1/4 X 1 (inches) Weight: 15 ounces ISBN: 0310346118 ISBN-13: 9780310346111 Stock No: WW46118 |
The relationship between Israel and the church is a crucial reference point in theology, especially in distinguishing between dispensational and nondispensational ways of thinking. The thesis of this book is that Israel and the church are distinct theological institutions that have arisen in the historical progress of divine revelation. But they are also related as successive phases of a redemptive program that is historically progressive and eschatologically converging. The approach to these issues here is neither polemical nor apologetic; rather, it anticipates a convergence among evangelical scholars in the recognition of both continuity and discontinuity in the Israel-church relationship. This book has three purposes: - To offer a contemporary dispensational treatment of that relationship through an exegetical examination of key texts with a focus on theological concerns - To foster genuine dialogue with nondispensational thinkers regarding major biblical themes tied to the plan of God - To identify the changes in dispensational thought that have developed since the publication of Charles Ryrie's book Dispensationalism Today in 1965
Darrell L. Bock (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is senior research professor of New Testament studies and Executive Director for Cultural Engagement at Dallas Theological Seminary. Known for his work in Luke-Acts, Dr. Bock is a Humboldt Scholar (Tubingen University in Germany), is on the editorial board for Christianity Today, and a past president of the Evangelical Theological Society (2000-2001). A New York Times bestselling author, Bock has written over forty books, including Luke in the NIV Application Commentary series.
Dr. W. Edward Glenny is Professor of Biblical Studies at Northwestern College in St. Paul, Minnesota. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota and Dallas Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Jackie, have two daughters, Brittany and Courtney.