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In Defense of the Decalogue
A Critique of New Covenant Theology
New
Covenant Theology (NCT) is a movement that seeks to steer a middle road between
Covenant Theology and Dispensational Theology. The end product, among other
things, is the denial of the perpetuity of the Ten Commandments for Christians. An outstanding critique, rich in
exegesis with a clear, concise argument. Richard Barcellos models Christ-like
grace towards those who promote "New Covenant" theology, allowing the
texts of scripture and sound judgment to land a devestating blow on their basic
arguments. We whole-heartedly agree with his conclusion: "New Covenant
Theology derives a set of exegetical axioms from various key texts and then
imposes those axoims on the rest of the Bible." His critique gives ample
demonstration that this is indeed so. Essential reading for those engaged in the
teaching Christ's sheep.
This book seeks to both critique the major tenets of NCT and support the
perpetuity of the Decalogue under the New Covenant from an exegetical basis. It
argues that NCT goes astray at the point of exegesis. It also argues that NCT
has misread historical theology in some crucial areas. The book ends with
pertinent challenges to NCT.
If you are interested in the issues related to continuity and discontinuity
between the testaments, the relationship between the various biblical covenants,
and the function of the Ten Commandments in redemptive history, then this book
is for you.
The Discerning Reader.
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