Dr. Horton's full-blown systematic theology 'The Christian Faith' may be a bit tough for many to chew off at first. But in this abridgement, he makes things much shorter and simpler for those wanting an overview of the full range of theological truth covered in his larger work.


"The 2011 award-winning publication 'The Christian Faith' garnered wide praise as a thorough, well-informed treatment of the philosophical foundations of Christian theology, the classical elements of systematic theology, and exegesis of relevant biblical texts... Horton guides readers through a preliminary exploration of Christian theology in 'a Reformed key.'

... (he) reviews the biblical passages that give rise to a particular doctrine in addition to surveying past and present interpretations. Also included are sidebars showing the key distinctions readers need to grasp on a particular subject, helpful charts and tables illuminating exegetical and historical topics, and questions at the end of each chapter...

... (this book) will help undergraduate students of theology and educated laypersons gain an understanding of the Christian tradition’s biblical and historical foundations."