Understanding Theology in 15 Minutes a Day
Overview
Theology can be intimidating, even overwhelming. Where do you start? How is it important to the Christian life? What are the key topics that you need to understand? How do you make time to study something so complex without going to a Bible college or seminary?
In Understanding Theology in 15 Minutes a Day, professor and former pastor Daryl Aaron answers 40 critical questions about the Christian faith. Arranged by topic, you can choose the areas that interest you or systematically read through the book. Each section is short and accessible. You’ll come away with a deeper faith as you learn about the nature of God, heaven, the Bible, church, and even yourself.
In the Logos edition, this volume is enhanced by amazing functionality. Scripture citations link directly to English translations, and important terms link to dictionaries, encyclopedias, and a wealth of other resources in your digital library. Perform powerful searches to find exactly what you’re looking for. Take the discussion with you using tablet and mobile apps. With Logos Bible Software, the most efficient and comprehensive research tools are in one place, so you get the most out of your study.
- Answers 40 critical questions about Christian faith
- Arranges questions by topic for easy navigation and understanding
- Offers explanations that informs readers at all levels of theological study
Top Highlights
“Fifth, God’s ultimate revelation of himself was through his Son, Jesus Christ.” (Page 23)
“First, God has revealed himself through an audible voice.” (Page 22)
“Second, general revelation comes through human beings, that is, those who bear God’s image.” (Page 21)
“Third, general revelation comes through history, that is, how God works in time and space.” (Page 22)
“Fourth, God has revealed himself through messengers, such as prophets and angels.” (Page 23)
This delightful summary of Christian theology is no dull systematics sample platter. Aaron offers classic exposition that informs and tantalizes readers no matter how sophisticated their theological palates.
—Douglas S. Huffman, professor and associate dean of biblical and theological studies, Talbot School of Theology
Daryl Aaron earned his ThM at Dallas Theological Seminary and his PhD at Graduate Theological Foundation. He spent 14 years in pastoral ministry before becoming a professor of biblical and theological studies at Northwestern College.
Reviews
3 ratings
Robert W. Flynn
1/27/2024
Great read! Brings theology into the practical application in everyday life. Well organized and easy reading. Dr.Aaron demystifies the great truths of the Christian faith.
Twain Taylor
7/8/2023
There is so much to love about this book: 1. It's a quick read. You can read a chapter in 5-10 minutes. 2. It explains profound ideas in simple accessible language. 3. It has something for everyone - for the new believer it would be essential things to know that they didn't, and for the lifelong Christian it puts together and reveals many beliefs and ideas that they've always held but never thought much of. 4. It encourages deeper study. It gives you a lay of the land, and prods you to dig deeper in further study. It draws you into theology. 5. It can be used as a devotional.
Floyd Johnson
1/7/2015
It was a little over a month ago that I stumbled upon a classic theology book by Gordon R. Lewis, Decide For Yourself. This small book provided a workbook that guided individuals toward discovering their own theology - rather than being fed a canned theology. Alas, this small paperback is nearly out of print and is very expensive, if it can be found. Daryl Aaron’s book attempts to accomplish some of the same thing - though, rather than being a workbook, it is a monograph that works through the various important issues of theology. The 40 chapters start with the nature of theology itself (a discussion included in most theological texts) and end with a discussion on the nature of the church and the end times. Dr. Aaron attempts (and succeeds) to write an unbiased synopsis of the various positions that have been taken by scholars in the theological literature. He also is careful to state his own opinion - though putting the summary of his opinion in a section separated from the main body of his text at the end of each chapter. Each chapter discusses a major issue in theology. The ideas are presented objectively and include scripture to support each opinion. Because the book is rather small, each chapter is in reality only a summary of the various opinions. Though references are provided, they do not provide significant guidance for the reader to really do additional study on their own. The other major absence is the lack of an index. Though terminology is used throughout the book, there is no way to find where a particular term is referenced in the book. The book is readable by the average layman and would serve as a good book in a Sunday School class or small group study. It would also serve as a helpful handbook to use along with Lewis’ Decide For Yourself, mentioned earlier. ______________ This review is based on a free copy provided by Bethany House, the publisher, for the purpose of creating this review. The opinions expressed are mine alone.
