A Theology for Christian Education

by James Estep, Michael Anthony, & Greg Allison

What is “Christian” about Christian education; how is it different from on-Christian education? A Theology for Christian Education examines this question in depth and argues that the doctrines of systematic theology should drive the content, purpose, and methods of the educational program of the c hurch. The book states:

“Christian education is distinct from other kinds of education in that its aim is the transformation of the whole person into the likeness of Christ (Col. 1 :28). Christian education is the process of accomplishing this aim.”

A Theology for Christian Education dedicates chapters to examining particular doctrines and their implications for Christian education. It is the only serious academic text to offer a systematic presentation of the intersection of theology and Christian education from a conservative evangelical perspective.

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James Estep

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James R. Estep is professor of Christian Education at Lincoln Christian University in Lincoln, Illinois.

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Michael Anthony

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Michael J. Anthony is professor of Christian Education at Talbot School of Theology in La Mirada, California. He holds degrees from Biola College (B.A.), Talbot Theological Seminary (M.A.), Golden Gate Seminary (M.R.E.), Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (Ph.D.), and Claremont Graduate School (Ph.D.).

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Greg Allison

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Greg Allison is associate professor of Christian Theology at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. He holds degrees from Northern Illinois University (B.S.) and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (M.Div., Ph.D.).

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