Description

The newly revised and expanded edition of *Systematic Theology* by Wayne Grudem is an essential resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Scripture and grow in their faith. With over 1 million copies sold, this widely used theological work has been thoroughly updated for the first time in 30 years while maintaining the strengths that have made it a standard in its field—clear explanations, a strong emphasis on biblical foundations, and practical application to daily life.

Praise for the second edition:
“After a quarter century of remarkable usefulness globally . . . it remains remarkable. I thank God for this precious gift to Christ’s people worldwide.” – John Piper
“Stands out for its clarity and accessibility.” – Thomas R. Schreiner
“One of those rare works that can challenge the scholar and instruct the beginner . . . It is simply indispensable.” – Jack Deere

With nearly 250 pages of new material and years of careful revisions, this updated edition offers several key enhancements:

– A more in-depth discussion of various contemporary debates in evangelicalism, including the eternal relationship between the Father and the Son, God’s atemporal eternity, the role of women in the church, seeker-sensitive ministry models, miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit, and modern worship music
– New critiques of open theism, the “new perspective on Paul,” Molinism (or “middle knowledge”), “Free Grace” theology, and the preterist interpretation of Christ’s return
– A thoroughly revised chapter on the clarity of Scripture
– Expanded content on creation and evolution, featuring a more detailed critique of theistic evolution and extensive discussion on the age of the earth
– New insights into biblical inerrancy, particularly regarding challenging verses in the Gospels
– A respectful examination of theological differences between evangelical Protestantism and Roman Catholicism (with interaction with the *Catechism of the Catholic Church*), Protestant liberalism, and Mormonism
– Completely updated bibliographies
– Scripture quotations updated from RSV to ESV
– A discussion on why *monogenes* in John 3:16 and other passages should be translated as “only begotten” instead of “only” (a change from the first edition)
– A contemporary worship song added at the end of each chapter, alongside traditional hymns
– A new discussion on the impassibility of God
– An expanded exploration of the eternal submission of the Son to the Father, engaging with recent theological debates
– Updates to the section on contemporary worship music
– A response to recent critiques of penal substitutionary atonement
– Numerous other updates and refinements based on feedback from readers and students Wayne Grudem has taught over the past 26 years at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and Phoenix Seminary

One of the hallmarks of *Systematic Theology* has always been its clarity and accessibility. Each chapter follows a structured format: an introduction to the doctrine being studied, an exploration of scriptural support, responses to objections, and practical applications. Chapters also include memory verses, further reading, and suggested hymns and worship songs.

For those who have found theology difficult or unengaging, this new edition of *Systematic Theology* may change your perspective entirely.