God With Us and Without Us, Volume One

Imad N. Shehadeh

Description

The revelation of the Trinity establishes that the relationship of the one true God with us springs from the relationship within himself, without us. The Trinity is not a problem to be solved, but a beauty to be discovered. Dr Imad N. Shehadeh uses careful exegetical and theological analysis to explore the presentation of the triune God in Scripture and expertly navigate the reader through the errors and pitfalls regarding the Trinity.
This book explains the essential role that the perfect truth of a three-in-one God plays in being able to know God and be sure of his character. Dr Shehadeh doesn’t fear to tread on controversial ground but instead addresses key issues in theology, the study of God, such as the logic of the Trinity, and whether the God of the Bible is the same as the god of other religions. This first of two volumes, is a valuable contribution to the theological academy but also is an accessible guide for anyone to encounter the perfect, holy, triune, God.

Informations

• Publié par: Langham Creative Projects
• Date de parution: 30 septembre 2018
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781783685233
• Langue: English

Extrait

Imad Shehadeh has provided a thorough biblical, theological, and philosophical presentation of the nature and attributes of God. This book reflects careful scholarship as well as a well-reasoned presentation. He is both fair and faithful in setting forth the God of the Bible.
Mark L. Bailey, PhD
President and Senior Professor of Bible Exposition,
Dallas Theological Seminary, Dallas, Texas, USA
Dr Imad Shehadeh is a godly theologian with a pastor-teacher-evangelist’s heart. As a beloved friend for nearly twenty-five years, it has been a joy to see the powerfully clear truths in this book, and the soon-to-follow companion work, forged in the heart and mind of Imad. This book has come forth through painstaking exegesis of the text of God’s Word, copious original historical research, and with constant, prayerful waiting upon God. Through years of the fiery trials of serving on the frontlines, Imad has come forth with humble clarity, refined confidence, and a focused championship of the non-negotiable essentials of biblical Christianity. The Trinity is the foundation of true biblical Christianity. The Trinity is the only way to understand the efficacy of the just death of Jesus Christ. The Trinity is the only way to answer the raging question of who is the One True and Living God. No theologian of our generation has done more to advance such essential and true theology than this work by Dr Imad Shehadeh.
Rev John Barnett, DMin
Founder of Discover the Book Ministries
Few issues separate as many people as the meaning of the unity of God. 4,342,337,000 people are divided over this question. Some Christians live as if there were three Gods without acknowledging it. Many non-Christians believe the Trinity is composed of Father, Son and Mary. Beginning with his doctoral dissertation, Dr Imad Shehadeh has been studying and teaching the Trinity for over thirty years. Few have as deep an understanding of this vital question as he possesses. Dr Shehadeh is well aware of the scholarship and debates down through the ages and is fluent in Arabic, English, Greek and Hebrew and he lives in the midst of the monotheistic religions. Clearly understanding the differences and what the Bible teaches is a first step in opening a door between the immense monotheistic religions. God With Us and Without Us , Volume 1: Oneness in Trinity verses Absolute Oneness is a significant key for all who desire to help open closed doors to the good news.
Pat Cate, PhD
Adjunct Professor of Intercultural Studies,
Dallas Theological Seminary, Dallas, Texas, USA
President Emeritus, Christar International
The appeal of this book to the believer in Oneness in Trinity is to cease from viewing the Trinity as a problem to be solved. This is a call to see the Trinity as a beauty to be continually discovered and enjoyed. The appeal of this book to adherents of Absolute Oneness is to begin the journey of trust in the perfection, equality and harmony of all God’s attributes.
It is more than thirty years since I identified “The Concept of Relationship” within the godhead as a “Key to the Comparative Understanding of Christianity and Islam” ( Themelios 11 (1986): 57–60). I am delighted that Imad Shehadeh has powerfully used this key to open an inspiring systematic understanding of the triune God of the Bible in conversation with the alternative of God as absolutely singular. The reader will be introduced to history as well as to logic, will find the argument carefully and clearly set out, and will be led towards awed worship at the sheer beauty of God.
It is a very valuable book. People interacting with “Absolute Oneness” need to rejoice in the Trinity rather than to fear trying to explain it. This will greatly help many people, and will bring much glory to Father, Son and Holy Spirit!
Ida Glaser, PhD
International Academic Coordinator,
The Centre for Muslim-Christian Studies, Oxford, UK
Dr Shehadeh has the courage to venture into the discussion of a complex doctrine. In his thorough and deep approach, he has been able to utilize western resources as well as interacting with Arabic resources that have not been translated into modern languages. I have found his discussion on avoiding common errors about the Trinity to be illuminating as he skillfully weaves together ancient and modern issues. Dr Shehadeh provides very informative arguments on the Absolute Oneness and the Oneness in Trinity. Any serious student who wishes to explore the foundational doctrine of the Holy Trinity cannot ignore this helpful resource.
Rev Riad Kassis, PhD
Director, Scholars Programme, Langham Partnership
International Director,
International Council for Evangelical Theological Education
Imad Shehadeh has written an excellent primer on perhaps the most misunderstood teaching of the Christian faith – the biblical doctrine of the Trinity. What does it mean to say that the one God is triune? How does this unique understanding of God’s very nature differ from other monotheistic views? Why is it vital to grasp the difference? For Christians, Dr Shehadeh’s readable and thoroughly biblical treatment will deepen and inspire them – not to mention, alert them to and guard them from all too common errors. For non-Christians, this book will usher them to the wondrous beauty and power of the triune vision of God that is the beating heart of the Christian faith.
Duane Litfin, PhD
President Emeritus,
Wheaton College, Wheaton, Illinois, USA
Comprehensive and clear. The book addresses everything I have ever heard about or thought about regarding the Trinity, and much more. The content shows evidence of thirty years of scholarly study in both Arabic and English, and the presentation shows great effort to make it all accessible and understandable even to the lay reader. I have never read a book with a clearer outline or more thorough use of Scripture.
This will be a great help to both Christians and Muslims to understand what their own religion teaches as well as what the other teaches, and I believe it will promote respectful dialogue. A wonderful and much needed resource!
Rev David Niednagel
Founding Pastor,
Christian Fellowship Church, Evansville, Indiana, USA
Beautiful, biblical, and balanced are hardly used antiphons when studying a multi-part, theological work. And yet, the beauty of the topic in itself, while privileging the biblical text, along with a conviction to serve his ministry context demands Dr Imad Shehadeh’s clarifying exposition of the Mystery which decisively and definitively distinguishes the God of Bible. My worship and understanding of the Trinity is greatly enhanced by this experienced, thoughtful and studied expression.
Ramesh Richard, ThD, PhD
President, Ramesh Richard Evangelism and Church Health (RREACH)
Professor of Global Theological Engagement & Pastoral Ministries,
Dallas Theological Seminary, Dallas, Texas, USA

God With Us and Without Us
Volume 1
Oneness in Trinity versus Absolute Oneness
Imad Shehadeh

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Contents

Cover


Frequently Asked Questions


Absolute Oneness


Application to Life


Christ


God the Father


Oneness in Trinity


Precision in Thinking and Speaking


Reason and Logic


The Bible


The Holy Spirit


Biblical Passages Studied


Foreword


Introduction Passion for the Trinity


The Appeal of This Book


A Synopsis of the Chapters of Volume 1: Oneness in Trinity versus Absolute Oneness


A Synopsis of the Chapters of Volume 2: The Divine Beaut