My friend Nathan Pitchford has turned several of his essays into books by means of Lulu.com’s self-publishing capabilities. His essays are excellent and several of them got me thinking regarding the problems of dispensationalism. Pitchford’s books are available for free .pdf download so I encourage you all to check them out.
One of his newest books is Themes in Theology vol. 4, Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology. Several of his best essays are in there. You can download the book here, or purchase a print copy here. I’d also encourage you to read the first two essays for sure: Is Dispensationalism Biblical? and Land, Seed and Blessing in the Abrahamic Covenant. He also includes an appendix with a Scripture verse list on the topic.
One other note about Nathan, he is going to be a guest on Scott Oakland’s ReformedCast podcast tonight. You can listen live at 6pm Central, or get the free download later. He will be sharing his transition from Baptist to Presbyterian. That’s one area I still disagree with Nathan. The show will be worth listening to, however, as I’ve found the Baptism debate is beneficial and can increase your understanding of those in the Church who disagree with your particular position.
I suppose that good dispensationalists like myself should set aside time to read this. I found Dispensationalism: Rightly Dividing the People of God? by Keith Mathison wanting. Perhaps this addresses things better.
Steve,
I agree, Mathison was preaching to the choir more than being effective in persuading others. I don’t like the abrasive tone many have who have left dispensationalism. There are good people on both sides of this. For my part, O. Palmer Robertson’s books were helpful.
Of course, by all means, recommend some good primers on dispensationalism. I truly think Pitchford’s work is worth reading. But there are only so many hours to read books.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and following my blog.
In Christ,
Bob Hayton
Thanks for pointing this out. I’ll be sure to listen/read!
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