Luther for Evangelicals: A Reintroduction

by Paul R. Hinlicky

This brief introduction to Luther's theology connects Luther with the evangelical tradition. Paul Hinlicky, one of today's leading Lutheran theologians, explores six key areas of doctrine for which Luther is regarded as an authority, correcting common misconceptions of his thought in light of the whole of his theology. This work regrounds evangelical mission in a new evangelism and catechesis on the basis of Luther's doctrine of the atonement as "joyful exchange." In addition to its classroom utility, it will be of interest to evangelical pastors and church leaders.

208 pages, Paperback

Published July 17, 2018

About the author

Dr. Hinlicky is an internationally-known theologian who has published more than seventy articles and many books. He is an authority on the theology of Martin Luther and how Luther's theology played out in history since the time of the Reformation. He also works on the re-integration of Reformation and Patristic theology, ecumenical and interfaith dialogue, and is concerned with the interplay between Christian theology and contemporary, "post-modern" philosophy. He is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America who has served congregations for extended terms in Delhi, NY, and Blacksburg, VA. He was editor of the Lutheran Forum and Pro Ecclesia. Dr. Hinlicky came to Roanoke College in 1999 after teaching theology for six years at Jan Comenius University in Bratislava, Slovakia.

Reviews

[Shane Ryan Bailey · Rating 3 out of 5]

I can only recommend this to those who want to go deeper into Martin Luther's thoughts and motivations. Serious students of Luther are the intended audience. If you are looking for a light biography on Luther, look elsewhere as you will most likely find this book to be too dry and scholarly.