Theoretical-Practical Theology, Volume 4: Redemption in Christ
Author(s): Petrus Van Mastricht
Publisher: Reformation Heritage
Price: $2.99 (June 23-24)
Petrus van Mastricht’s Theoretical-Practical Theology presents one of the most comprehensive studies of Christian doctrine ever penned. Freshly translated from the original Latin by Dr. Todd M. Rester, van Mastricht’s masterwork presents a theological system committed to Scripture as the foundational and final authority, the classic Trinitarian and Christological formulas of Western Christianity, the Reformed confessions and covenant theology, and a vibrant emphasis on practical preaching. Van Mastricht treats every theological topic using what he calls “the best method of preaching:”
Exegetical: Drawing out the meaning of essential passages of Scripture that form the foundation of key doctrines.
Dogmatic: Assembling the truths of Scripture into a coherent system of doctrine.
Elenctic: Refuting objections and heterodox teachings that undermine Reformed orthodoxy.
Practical: Applying these doctrines so that Christians can live for God’s glory in Christ.
In Volume 4: Redemption in Christ, van Mastricht presents a glorious explication of God’s great work of obtaining redemption through our Mediator, Jesus Christ, against the backdrop of man’s apostasy. Van Mastricht sets the stage with a discussion about the covenant of grace before turning to the glorious Procurer of salvation. Additionally, van Mastricht walks us through the dignity, names, person, offices, states, and redemptive accomplishment of Jesus Christ.
