Review: Defense of Free Grace Theology

They say that all publicity is good publicity. Our latest release, A Defense of Free Grace Theology, is getting some good publicity. Below is one of the reviews that have made some insightful comments. This is by Mark Spencer, MDiv., a former policeman and President of the Phoenix Police Association for 20 years. He is also a proponent of Free Grace Theology.

“Long overdue. The subject matter of justification is profound and carries eternal ramifications. The authors’ tone is gracious, the scholarship is profound, the theology is biblically consistent and I expect the book will set many people free with a grace oriented paradigm from the early church. Many of our Reformed friends have embraced catechisms, creeds and councils while putting Scripture on the bottom shelf. Their theology drives their understanding of the biblical text instead of the biblical text driving their theology. When one appreciates and understands context in their approach to the study of the Bible, a clear distinction is consistently discovered and presented between justification and sanctification, becoming a Christian and becoming a disciple, eternal security and eternal significance, a free gift and an earned reward, as well as faith and works. All the authors covered vital issues but Dr. Wilson’s historical examination and study of Augustine and his pagan-based move away from a grace-based worldview demonstrates Reformed Theology’s connection to the Catholic church and its works-based salvation. A phenomenal and foundational presentation. When carried out to its logical conclusion, a commitment to Reformed Theology is likely to lead one to a friendly embrace of Vatican doctrine. It will certainly be difficult for any honest Reformed proponent to obtain a semblance of assurance, consistency or clarity in regards to their relationship with God and their eternal destiny. This book is a clear reminder that whenever works are injected into the justification equation we shouldn’t be surprised to find fear, ambiguous “fruit inspection”, and harsh subjective standards for Christian living. In the end, correct thinking leads to correct living – this book is a must for both orthodoxy and orthopraxy.”

I encourage you to get your copy now. It is available as paperback or Kindle. I hope you will read it, and if so inclined, write a review and post it on Amazon.