Sin, the Savior, and Salvation: The Theology of Everlasting Life

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Summary: Great Book on Sin, the Saviour, and Salvation
Review: This book contains good information on the doctrine of harmatiology (sin); the Saviour's role and accomplishment on the Cross; and the doctrine of salvation. Though there are some Greek terms the author uses the book is very readable and easy to understand. I highly recommend this book to new Christians wanting to know and understand more about our sin, our need for a Saviour, and the benefits and results of salvation. It is also a practical book and many readers will get life lessons from the book. It was helpful that the author included questions at the end of each chapter for the reader to ponder upon. I also liked his balanced approach to the whole lordship salvation controversy. Although he refutes the lordship salvation as being unbiblical and extra-biblical, he doesn't go way too far to the other side of the issue recognizing that ALL believers will bear fruit even in different degrees in their Christian walk. His chapter on lordship salvation should be read and he does a very good job giving reasons why lordship salvation is an addition to the Gospel of grace. Also, his chapter on inner struggles of the Christian and the results and consequences of backsliding are very helpful and good too. Dr. Lightner's book should be read by all believers intrested in this very important topic. His book tells the whole story about our need and God's grace.

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Summary: a solid reference volume
Review: This is an excellent presentation of the doctrine of salvation and of the complimentary doctrines of sin, and the Savior. According to the author, all three should be viewed together as a comprehensive whole in order to arrive at a proper understanding of our salvation, since they are intimately related to each other throughout the scriptures.

Written from a dispensational point of view, Lightner lays everything out in easy to understand terms, and in a format that is easily accessible when used as a reference. He covers all the bases and does include brief commentary on some controversial issues such as Lordship salvation, and eternal security. He is courteous in his writing and although he does mention some particular individuals by name, he is careful not to engage in reckless polemic.

You will find his writing clear, well organized, and refreshing. Written in non-technical terms, and geared to the general reader, "Sin, the Savior, and Salvation" is a solid reference volume and I highly recommend it.

Rating:
Summary: a solid reference volume
Review: This is an excellent presentation of the doctrine of salvation and of the complimentary doctrines of sin, and the Savior. According to the author, all three should be viewed together as a comprehensive whole in order to arrive at a proper understanding of our salvation, since they are intimately related to each other throughout the scriptures.

Written from a dispensational point of view, Lightner lays everything out in easy to understand terms, and in a format that is easily accessible when used as a reference. He covers all the bases and does include brief commentary on some controversial issues such as Lordship salvation, and eternal security. He is courteous in his writing and although he does mention some particular individuals by name, he is careful not to engage in reckless polemic.

You will find his writing clear, well organized, and refreshing. Written in non-technical terms, and geared to the general reader, "Sin, the Savior, and Salvation" is a solid reference volume and I highly recommend it.