Below are my (Pastor Matt) recommended resources and authors in the field of Theology. Theology is concerned with how we think about God. Systematic theology seeks to look at all the passages in the Bible on particular topics and organize them so people can learn about what the Bible says about each topic. Theology is critical to our relationship with God.

Links are not to the best place to buy them, simply places where one might find an adequate description of the book or series. Some of these resources are available in the South Union Library, specifically on “Pastor Matt’s Recommended Library Shelf.”

Systematic Theology

Systematic Theology, 2nd. Ed. by Wayne Grudem

An excellent resource for thinking clearly about God. Strives to be as Biblical as possible. If you have to get just one, this would be the systematic theology to purchase.

Christian Theology, 3rd. Ed.
by Millard Erickson

A standard textbook used in colleges and seminaries. I have used and read the second edition of this work.

Classic Christianity
by Thomas Oden

A look at theology from a historical perspective.

Other Helpful Works

There are many helpful theological works available. Here is a few for starters.

The Holiness of God

This book helps people to think about the holiness of God and understand how that impacts our Christian living. Holiness of God is a modern classic considered to be standard reading for many Christians. Pictured is three works by Sproul in one volume, which are very helpful. I highly recommend this trilogy.

Surprised by Hope

N.T. Wright’s short book on refocusing our attention and understanding about heaven and eternal life.

Theology