John Calvin as Teacher, Pastor, and Theologian: The Shape of His Writings and Thought (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780801031298)

John Calvin has been the subject of numerous studies, but most have focused on one aspect of his thought or a limited selection of his writings. This study of Calvin adopts a uniquely holistic approach.

Randall Zachman begins with a brief biography and considers Calvin's own understanding of his ministry as a teacher and pastor. From this perspective, he surveys Calvin's writings and their place in the work of reforming the church--both through the training of clergy and the instruction of the laity. Zachman then considers Calvin as a theologian. In contrast to Martin Luther, Calvin sought to balance the verbal proclamation of the Word with an emphasis on the visible manifestation of God--both in creation and in Christ.

This study will be of great interest to Reformed clergy and to students of the Reformation and Calvinism.

Author: Randall C. Zachman
ISBN-10: 080103129X
ISBN-13: 9780801031298
Publisher: Baker Academic
Language: English
Published: 05/01/2006
Pages: 277
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 8.86h x 6.64w x 0.82d