Three views on Eastern Orthodoxy and evangelicalism / Bradley Nassif ... [and others]. ; James J. Stamoolis, general editor. [print]

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Introduction James J. Stamoolis Are Eastern Orthodoxy and Evangelicalism compatible? Yes : the Evangelical theology of the Eastern Orthodox Church Bradley Nassif Responses Michael Horton, Vladimir Berzonsky, George Hancock-Stefan, Ed Rommen Conclusion Bradley Nassif Are Eastern Orthodoxy and Evangelicalism compatible? No : an Evangelical perspective Michael Horton Responses Bradley Nassif, Vladimir Berzonsky, George Hancock-Stefan, Ed Rommen Conclusion Michael Horton Are Eastern Orthodoxy and Evangelicalism compatible? No : an Orthodox perspective Vladimir Berzonsky Responses Bradley Nassif, Michael Horton, George Hancock-Stefan, Ed Rommen Conclusion Vladimir Berzonsky Are Eastern Orthodoxy and Evangelicalism compatible? Maybe : an Evangelical perspective George Hancock-Stefan Responses Bradley Nassif, Michael Horton, Vladimir Berzonsky, Ed Rommen Conclusion George Hancock-Stefan Are Eastern Orthodoxy and Evangelicalism compatible? Maybe : an Orthodox perspective Ed Rommen Responses Bradley Nassif, Michael Horton, Vladimir Berzonsky, George Hancock-Stefan -- Conclusion Ed Rommen -- Epilogue James J. Stamoolis.

To some Western evangelicals, the practices of Eastern Orthodoxy seem mysterious and perhaps even unbiblical. Then again, from an Orthodox perspective, evangelicals lack the spiritual roots provided by centuries-old church traditions. Are the differences between these two branches of Christianity so sharp that to shake hands is to compromise the gospel itself? Or is there room for agreement? Are Eastern Orthodoxy and evangelicalism at all compatible? Yes, no, maybe-this book allows five leading authorities to present their different views, have them critiqued by their fellow authors, and respond to the critiques. Writing from an Orthodox perspective with a strong appreciation for evangelicalism, Bradley Nassif makes a case for compatibility. Michael Horton and Vladimir Berzonsky take the opposite stance from their respective evangelical and Orthodox backgrounds. And George Hancock-Stefan (evangelical) and Edward Rommen (Orthodox) each offer a qualified "perhaps." The interactive Counterpoints forum is ideal for comparing and contrasting the different positions to understand the strengths and weaknesses of these two important branches of Christianity and to form a personal conclusion regarding their compatibility. The Counterpoints series provides a forum for comparison and critique of different views on issues important to Christians. Counterpoints books address two categories: Church Life and Bible and Theology. Complete your library with other books in the Counterpoints series.

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Stanley N. Gundry is executive vice president and editor-in-chief for the Zondervan Corporation. He has been an influential figure in the Evangelical Theological Society, serving as president of ETS and on its executive committee, and is adjunct professor of Historical Theology at Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. He is the author of seven books and has written many articles appearing in popular and academic periodicals. James J. Stamoolis (D. Theol., University of Stellenbosch) consults with educational and missionary agencies. He has been a missionary, an educator, and a missionary executive. He is the author of Eastern Orthodox Mission Theology Today and many articles in journals and encyclopedias. Bradley Nassif (PhD, Fordham University) is a professor of Biblical and Theological Studies at North Park University, Chicago, Illinois. He is the co-editor of The Philokalia: Exploring a Classic Text of Orthodox Spirituality and general editor of New Perspectives on Historical Theology: Essays in Memory of John Meyendorff. Michael Horton (PhD) is Professor of Systematic Theology and Apologetics at Westminster Seminary in California. Author of many books, including The Christian Faith: A Systematic Theology for Pilgrims on the Way, he also hosts the White Horse Inn radio program. He lives with his wife, Lisa, and four children in Escondido, California.