Calvin for Today

Calvin for Today is an edited compilation of the stimulating addresses given at the Puritan Reformed Theological Seminarys annual conference in August 2009, at Grand Rapids, Michigan. The book contains a wealth of information and practical applications about how to use Calvins thought in our challenging day. Topics include Calvin on preaching Christ from the Old Testament, missions, the church, Scripture, the Spirits work, redemption, ethics, believers benefits, the early church, reprobation, marriage, and reforming the church. Table of Contents: Preface Joel R. Beeke Introductory Sermon 1. What Kind of Love Is This? - Dr. David Murray Calvin and the Bible 2. Calvin on the Word of God - Dr. Gerald Bilkes 3. Calvin on Preaching Christ from the Old Testament - Dr. David Murray Calvin the Theologian 4. Calvin on the Holy Spirit - Dr. Joseph Pipa 5. Redemption: Speaking Peace in the 21st Century - Dr. Derek Thomas 6. Union with Christ, the twofold Grace of God, and the Order of Salvation in Calvins Theology Cornelis Venema 7. Calvins View of Reprobation Donald Sinnema Calvin and the Church 8. Calvins Doctrine of the Church - Rev. Neil Pronk 9. Calvin on Reforming the Church - Dr. Derek Thomas 10. Calvin and Missionary Endeavor of the Church Dr. Michael Haykin 11. Calvin on the Early Church Ligon Duncan Calvin the Ethicist 12. Calvin on Ethics Nelson Kloosterman 13. Christian Marriage in the 21st Century: Listening to Calvin on the Purpose of Marriage - Dr. Michael Haykin Calvin and His Contemporary Impact 14. The Resurgence of Calvinism in America - Dr. Ligon Duncan 15. Why is Calvin Important Today? - Dr. Joel Beeke