Calif. B. A. Gerrish obviously enjoys his role as a dogmatic theologian, whose task, he says, is to stand between the old tradition and the modern day and mediate between them. Along the way he casts new light on Luther, Calvin and Schleiermacher, and introduces some obscure thinkers worth knowing. Follow Gerrish to the last chapter and, finally, there is the question for which he has so meticulously laid the groundwork. It's fun to be in this professor's company. Social science has shown us how cultures pursue and measure truth in different ways.
Witnesses present their opinions.
It is the cumulative honor of the witnesses called by opposing parties more than a construction of provable facts that persuades the judge. Look for this book to appear on seminary reading lists. Its audience is not seekers new to the church. Those who have the task of introducing the faith to new disciples and those looking for a refresher in the field will find this a rich resource.