Across the Spectrum

Understanding Issues in Evangelical Theology

Gregory A. Boyd, Paul Rhodes Eddy Release Date: 8/16/22

Overview

This accessible yet comprehensive primer helps readers understand the breadth of viewpoints on major issues in evangelical theology, with chapters using the popular multiple-views format. This third edition of a well-received textbook (over 60,000 copies sold) has been updated and revised throughout. It examines positions taken by evangelical scholars on seventeen seminal issues. In addition, it offers end-of-chapter "For Further Reading" sections, an extensive glossary, and an appendix that addresses contrasting views on fifteen additional issues in contemporary evangelicalism.

Endorsements

"A collective sigh of relief will arise from the evangelical student body when it discovers this book! Across the Spectrum more than satisfies a felt need in evangelical scholarship. It helpfully and critically surveys the many legitimate evangelical theological options and convincingly demonstrates that there is no single authentically evangelical viewpoint on a wide range of controversial issues. It constitutes a small library between two covers."

Roger E. Olson, professor of theology, George W. Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University

"I have assigned previous editions of this book in survey courses, and students have benefited from its clear, well-organized layout of major issues and arguments. With this new edition, Boyd and Eddy will continue orienting newcomers to evangelical theology, as well as fostering mutual understanding between those who hold different views."

Daniel J. Treier, Knoedler Professor of Theology, Wheaton College

"Never has a balanced text that introduces the core beliefs of evangelicals been more necessary. Across the Spectrum examines key issues in evangelical theology in an accessible manner and offers resources for further exploration across the range of contemporary evangelical thought."

Jacquelyn E. Winston, professor emerita, Azusa Pacific University

"This long-awaited update continues to provide students, pastors, and others with an outstanding survey of the diverse theological views within evangelical Christianity. The authors effectively outline arguments on a variety of theological issues in an impartial and concise way. The updated edition has successfully strengthened its previous discussions and added presentations of new evangelical views and theological topics. Across the Spectrum is an excellent read for students and church groups engaged in an introductory exploration of theology. It not only informs but also aids readers in developing their own theological convictions while maintaining a posture of charity toward those with whom they disagree."

Jonathan Grenz, dean, School of Ministry, Palm Beach Atlantic University

"This book is an essential companion for students of evangelical theology! I have found few, if any, texts that provide insights into the varied evangelical perspectives on key theological issues. Boyd and Eddy not only provide cogent arguments for each of these viewpoints, but perhaps as significant, in a polarized world dominated by vitriolic arguments and social media outrage, the authors demonstrate how the various sides of an issue can be discussed in a manner that encourages deep thought and consideration of alternative views."

Brian Yeich, affiliate professor of Methodist and Wesley theology, Asbury Theological Seminary