Theological Summary of Dake’s Writings

Dake's way of doing theology was stated as follows: “Take the Bible literally wherein it is at all possible; if symbolic, figurative or typical language is used, then look for the literal truth it intends to convey. Statements of fact and historical accounts are accepted as such.” Dake's structure of theology is definitely dispensational. He recognized nine distinct dispensations in Scripture. • Dispensation of God's rule in eternity past. • Dispensation of Innocence. • Dispensation of Conscience. • Dispensation of Human Government. • Dispensation of Promise. • Dispensation of Law. • Dispensation of Grace. • Dispensation of Divine Government. • Dispensation of God's rule in eternity future.