2 - An Essential Bibliography (139 Books) With Syllabus Print V

The philosophy assumed in compiling this list is that students should read one good basic book that introduces the subject under study before attempting more detailed works on particular aspects of that subject. It should also be accessible to students at their level of reading and learning Teachers preparing a course for the first time will find An Essential Bibliography helpful as a resource when deciding what material to include in that course. This list is taken from a larger selection of Over 500 Key Books listed in “A Progressive Classification” ** and selected as introductory to subjects catalogued in that classification. KEY to rating used in Bibliography: Introductory (No rating) * - Easy Introduction # - Comprehensive study mc - Multiple copies held in GTS Library ** The classification is that used in the Library of Gujranwala Theological Seminary. It serves also as a Taxonomy of Theological Fields and Topics. and evolved from an appendix to Curriculum for Theological Development, a manual for those involved in curriculum development in Theological and Bible Schools up to M.Div. level.

PC Ref

Course

AN ESSENTIAL BIBLIOGRAPHY for

THEOLOGICAL COURSES following

THE CURRICULUM SYLLABUS of Gujranwala Theological Seminary Pakistan

10 0 103 115 114 112 752 .1

BS B S:1 B S:2

Can we trust the Biblical record? - Biblical archaeology & historical background

B S:3

109

12 0

OT

by: Rev. P.C.J. Burgess, M.A. (Cantab)

1 22. 9 122

Understanding the land of the Bible - A Biblical-Theological Guide: Overview - Specifics - Contrasting perspectives Hermeneutics: How to interpret the Bible - History of the development of Hermeneutics as a discipline. Steps for Applying Hermeneutics: Original message / Its background / Intended meaning / Scriptural harmony / Relevance today. Genres: Law - OT Narrative / History - Prophecy - Poetry Wisdom - Gospel - Parable - Acts - Letter -Apocalyptic Biblical Languages: Hebrew Biblical Languages: Greek

OLD TESTAMENT

O T:1

Making Sense of the OT - Reasons for studying the OT Obstacles to understanding the OT. Principles of Interpreting the OT: Author's intention - Context - Genre Background - Grammar - Harmony of Scripture - Witness to Christ - Open-mindedness. OT Survey: Hebrew Divisions Historical Outline of the OT - Key Themes of the OT

O T:2

Genesis: Theology of the Origin of Things (creation, humanity, sin, Israel) providing a Theological Understanding of History

Revised Edition August 2007 125

BIBLICAL STUDIES (General) Introduction: Origin of Scripture - How we got our Bible Divisions - OT-NT relationship - Transmission - Canon Translation

B S:4 B S:5 B S:6

117 109

Compiled

Department / Section & Course Content: Subjects / Topics

DEPARTMENT of BIBLICAL STUDIES, HERMENEUTICS and SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY

A Selection of 138 Introductory Books (and Three Films)

CURRICULUM SYLLABUS

7 Class Units I Will Pour Out My Spirit – R.E. Davies, Monarch, 1992

820 1

824

RR

REVIVAL and RENEWAL

RR:1

History & Theology of Revival - Marks of a Vital Church

Let No Man Deceive You – Sue Waller, New Wine, 1986 1

5 Class Units True Worship – D. Whitcomb / M. Ward (Baptist) Ambassador, 2004 Engaging with God - David Peterson, (Anglican) IVP, 1992 Declare His Glory: Congregational Worship Today – Ed: H. Rowden (Brethren), Paternoster, 1998 Worship by The Book – Ed: D.A. Carson, (Anglican/Baptist/Presbyterian) Zondervan, 2002 A Book of Worship in Village Churches (Indian) - Edward K. Ziegler, Methodist, 1939

821 829

830 2

831

RR:2

Wo r W or1

Personal Renewal - Charismatic Renewal - Tongues & Spirit Baptism - Spiritual Discernment - Retreats

WORSHIP Biblical Patterns - Essential Ingredients Public Worship: How Traditional? (Historical) - How World-wide? (Universal) - How Cultural local? (Social) - How Adapted to Personal Temperament? (Psychological)

833

W or2 W or3

6 Class Units

835

CO

CONGREGATIONAL OVERSIGHT

A Passion for Faithfulness (Nehemiah) - J.I. Packer, H&S, 1995 mc Your Gift of Administration – Ted W. Engstrom, Marc Europe, 1985

836-8 843-4

C O:1

Equipping for service - Disciplining the disobedient Conflict resolving - Change management - Team Work

840

C O:2

Principles of Relational Leadership Jesus as: Leader - Mentor - Model

841-6

C O:3

Leading a Congregation: Modelling - Vision - Strategy Outreach - Stewardship

850

Org

ORGANISATION

860 864

Org1

Administration (Congregational) - Finances & Fund Raising - Property & Maintenance; Legalities Church Courts: Sessions - Councils - Boards of Institutions

870

De n

DENOMINATIONS

1 1

* A Relational Leadership – Walter C. Wright, Paternoster, 2000 mc Understanding Leadership - Tom Marshall, Monarch, 1991 Jesus Driven Ministry - Ajith Fernando, IVP, 2002 mc

2

2

2

2 Class Units Mastering Church Management - Leith Anderson, Multinomah, 1990 2

1 Class Unit

832

Exploring Protestant Traditions – W.D. Buschart, IVP 1

873 881-6

D en1

Church Music

Distinguishing Church, Denomination, Sect, & Cult Own Denominational Ethos Other Denominations: Survey of History - Doctrines - Worship - Polity (Government) - Official posts - Geographical Divisions

Introductory Books * Easy # Comprehensive NOTE: Right Column shows Total Term Class Periods over 9 terms (i.e. What each student should attend during their 3 years in Seminary)

Class Periods

BIBLIOGRAPHY

12 Class Units * Papyrus, Parchment and Print - Harold K. Mouton, Lutterworth, 1967 From the Mind of God to the Mind of Man - J:B: Williams, Ambassador, 1999 The Bible as a Whole - S. Travis, Bible Reading Fellowship, 1994 The Canon of Scripture – F.F. Bruce, IVP, Discoveries from Bible Times - Alan Millard, Lion, 1997 Geography of the Bible – Denis Baly, Lutterworth, 1959 Understanding the Land of the Bible - O. Palmer Robertson, P&R, 1996

1 2 1

God’s Big Picture – V. Roberts, IVP, 2006 * How to Study the Bible For All Its Worth - D. Stewart / G.D. Fee, S.U., 1993 mc How to Read the Bible Book by Book - D. Stewart / G.D. Fee, S.U., 2002 How to Read the Bible as Literature - Leyland Ryken, Zondervan, 1984 #From Creation to New Creation – T. Chester, Paternoster # Grasping God’s Word – J.S. Duvall & J.D. Hays, Zondervan, 2005 mc

2

Biblical Hebrew - P.H. Kelley, Eerdmans, 1992

3

Learn N.T. Greek - J.M. Dobson

3

14 Class Units Making Sense of the OT - T. Longman, Baker, 1998 mc * The Message of the OT - H.L. Ellison, Paternoster, 1969 # OT Survey - LaSor / Hubbard / Bush, Eerdmans, 1996 A Guide to OT Theology & Exegesis – W.A. Van Gemeren, Zondervan mc # OT Theology - P:R: House, IVP, * Faith of Israel – WJ Dumbrelll, Apollos

2

* Gen. 1-11; Gen. 12-23 - M. Eaton, S. Word Encountering the Book of Genesis - B.T. Arnold, Baker, 2002

12 8

O T:3

Exodus: Redemption seen in Israel’s history and God’s presence with His people demonstrated

13 4

O T:4

1 & 2 Samuel: God at work through & despite human leaders to achieve His purposes

15 6 15 3 15 1 83 0

O T:5 O T:6

Ezra / Nehemiah: Restoration of God’s people and their homes through faithful servants

13 7

O T:8

Isaiah: OT presentation of the Gospel regarding the coming Messiah who will suffer for his people.

14 0

O T:9

‘12’ (Minor) Prophets: Hosea – God’s steadfast love; Amos God’s demands of righteous living

O T:7

12 6 NT 16 2 16 3 17 0

N T:1

16 4

N T:2

Proverbs: principles of wisdom for life Psalms: the prayer / hymn book of the believer, covering every kind of emotion and situation

NEW TESTAMENT Introduction to the NT: Gospels - Acts - Letters - Revelation OT fulfilled in the NT - Key themes pf the NT – Paul’s theology – John’s theology The Life of Christ – Matthew’s Gospel: account of Jesus’ life, death & resurrection The Teaching of Jesus: The Sermon on the Mount, The Lord’s Prayer John’s Gospel: great teacher who laid down his life for friends

16 4

N T:3

16 9

N T:4

Acts: History of the early church (Pt. 2 of Luke’s history of the establishment of Christianity)

17 1

N T:5

Romans: the essence of being a Christian - a theological & practical guide for the believer

2

17 4

N T:6

Galatians: saved by faith alone - heart of the gospel

17 5

N T:7

Ephesians: the nature of salvation and the Christian life spiritual warfare

18 0

NT 8

Pastoral Epistles: the care of the churches, discipline, fellowship, perseverance, authority

The Bible and Counselling - R. Harding, H&S, 1992 The Truth About AIDS - Patrick Dixon, Kingsway, 1990 3

10 Class Units Use Your Head - Tony Buzan

1

* Learn How to Study - Derek Rowntree, Warner Books, 1998 2 How to Write Essays – Clanchy / Ballard, Longman, 1996

2 2 3

9 Class Units I want to be a Christian - J.I. Packer Kingsway, 1977 mc Applying God's Law - M. Eaton, OM, 1999

6

Ministry By The People - Ross Kinsler / Martin 3

1 Class Unit Establishing Ministry Training - R.W. Ferris, William Carey Library, 1995

Co m

51 0

C om1

52 0 52 4 54 0 55 0 54 0 55 1 55 7 57 0 58 0

C om2 C om3

EM

E M:1

E M:2

E M:3

COMMUNICATION Principles of Communication Elocution (voice production) - Recording & PA System Preaching as proclamation (Biblical principles) Expository preaching; other kinds of preaching Homiletics (the craft and practice of preaching)

EVANGELISM & MISSION Biblical: Faith sharing & evangelism. Practical: Hindrances - signals - media - cross-cultural communication - listening

Theology of Mission - History of Mission - Call to Mission Strategy of Mission

Culture in mission - Approaching Other Faiths - Strategy in Mission - Local Models

DEPARTMENT of CHURCH HISTORY 1

7 Class Units * Skilful Shepherds: Exploration in Pastoral Theology – D. Tidball, IVP,1997 * 36 Steps to Christian Leadership - D.E. Hoste, OMF, 1999 * The Effective Pastor - Peter White, Mentor, 1998 mc An Authentic Servant - Ajith Fernando, OMF, 2006 * A Call to Excellence - Paul Beasley-Murray, Hodder, 1995

50 0

60 0

CH

600 CH:1 610 615 CH:2 3 1

620 CH:3

CHURCH HISTORY Intro: God and History, AD 1-1500: Beginnings, acceptance and conquest - a Christian society 1500-2000: Reform - reason. Revival & revolution - cities & empires - present & future The Church in Asia (incl. Persia, Central Asia) - Mission on Indian Sub-continent - Pakistan Church

69 0

HT h

692

H Th1

693

H Th2

* People Movements in the Punjab – Fred & Margie Stock, William Carey, 1975 mc China's Christian Millions - Tony Lambert, Monarch, 2006 So Great A Cloud – Kenneth G. Old, Tate, 2005 [Film: Carey: ]

HISTORICAL THEOLOGY Doctrinal Developments / Controversies in: Patristic Theology - Scholasticism - Reformation Theology. - The Enlightenment Period

6

8 Class Units Formularies & Creeds

The History of Christian Thought - Jonathan Hill, Lion, 2003 mc 6

9 Class Units

The Heidelberg Creed The Westminster Confession

Creating Understanding - Donald K. Smith, Zondervan,1992 mc

2

3 * I Believe In Preaching – John Stott, Hodder, 1984 mc Expository Preaching – H.W. Robinson, IVP, 1997 mc Preaching Christ from the OT - S. Griedanus, Eerdmans And the Word Became… a Sermon – D. Newton, Christian Focus, 2003 Spirit Empowered Preaching – A. Azurdia, Christian Focus, 1998

DEPARTMENT of PRACTICAL THEOLOGY and PASTORAL THEOLOGY

3 3

700

P rTh

12 Class Units Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God - J.I. Packer, IVP, 1961 * Messengers of God - D. Tidball, SU, 1998 Good News and Good Works - R.J. Sider, Baker, I believe in Mission - A. Brown, Hodder, 1997 # Missiology - J.M. Terry, B & H, 1998 Christian Mission in the Modern World – John Stott, IVP, 1975 mc Mountain Rain (Fraser of China) - E. Crossman, OMF, 1985 The Church is Bigger Than You Think - P. Johnstone, Christian Focus, 1998 Introducing World Missions – A.S. Moreau, Baker

3

6

3

12 Class Units * Beginning from Jerusalem – John Foster, Lutterworth, 1956

PrTh 1

710

714 715

PrTh 2

718

PrTh 3

719

PrTh 4

720

C Eth

3 * To All Nations - John Foster, Lutterworth, 1960 Turning Points – M.A. Knoll, IVP [Film: Martin Luther: 2005]

720 3

CEt1

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY Discipleship: Conversion / Forgiveness - Obedience / Self-denial - Guidance - Spiritual Warfare - Self-control / Discipline - Cost of Discipleship Spiritual Formation - Communion with God - Imitating Christ - Spiritual Growth (Fruit of the Spirit) - Holiness The Means of Grace: Feeding on God's Word - Prayer Life - Worship with others - Christian Fellowship Christian Service: Using Gifts - Church Involvement Community Service Work - Use of Time / Money - Giving Psychology of Self

CHRISTIAN ETHICS Biblical P rinciples of Christian Ethics

721 723.3

725

726 729

C Eth2 C Eth3 C Eth4

Moral Theology: Christian Values / Virtues - Combating Vices - Setting Priorities - Conscience & Conflicts - Sexual / Gender Ethics - Truth & Deception. Attitudes to Material Possessions, Property & Money

6

# New Issues Facing Christians Today – John Stott, IVP, 1999 God & Culture - D.A. Carson, Paternoster, 199 The Blood of the Moon - G. Grant, Nelson, 2001 (Biblical roots and

Social Theology: Personal Attitudes in Community Life Power Struggles & Parti-bazi - Social / Global Issues

contemporary fruit of Islam)

3

* Woman in the Bible - M. Evans, Paternoster, 1998, The Role of Women – Ed: S. Lees, IVP, 1984

3

* Unveiling Islam - E. Caner, Kregel, 2002 Islam & Christian Witness - M. Goldsmith, MarcEurope, 1982

3

The Church from the Roots - Jose Marin, CAFORD, 1989

3

Community Development

Hebrews - R. Brown, IVP, (BST series), 1992

1 Revelation - M. Wilcock, IVP, (BST series), 1991

1

17 Class Units * Who Needs Theology? - Grenz / Olson, IVP, 1996 mc * A Faith To Live By - D. Macleod, Christian Focus, 1998 mc Bible Doctrine - W. Grudem, IVP,1999 mc - OR # Systematic Theology - W. Grudem, Zondervan, 1994 * Experiencing God – M. Eaton, OM, 1998 This is the Day - R. Beckwith / W. Stott The Incomparable Christ - John Stott, IVP, 2002 mc End of Story? - Stephen Travis, IVP, 1997 Marriage for God - C. Ash, IVP, 2007 mc What's So Amazing About Grace? – P. Yancey, HarperCollins, 1985 # The Cross of Christ: J. Stott, IVP, 1989 mc * Enjoying God's World-Wide Church - M. Eaton, OM, 1995 * The Living Church – John Stott, IVP, 2007

9 Class Units

3

* Handbook of Christian Apologetics - P. Kreeft / Tacelli, IVP, 19 94

10 Class Units

Environmental Theology: Ecological Issues Stewardship of Resources - Use & Abuse of Technology Combating Pollution

CD:1

Introduction to The Philosophy of Religion - B. Davies

18 6 19 7 25 0

N T:9

Revelation: a cryptic picture of heavenly reality - Jesus reigns - as an encouragement during persecution - eschatology NT:10

20 Do 0 c 2 4

7 4

Hebrews: a defence of the Christian faith against those who look for salvation in keeping the Law or elsewhere commentary on the OT

20 0 21 0

D oc1 D oc2

24 0 28 0

D oc3 D oc4

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY (DOCTRINE) Introduction to Theology - Kinds of theology: natural, biblical, systematic, contextual, contemporary. Why study theology? - its sources - an encyclopaedia (map) of theology (relationship with other disciplines) God - Heaven & Earth - Revelation

Jesus Christ -The End Times - Humanity - Redemption

The Holy Spirit - The Church

DEPARTMENT of PHILOSOPHY, COMMUNICATION, and CONTEMPORARY STUDIES

30 Ap 0 o 30 0 36 0

OT Ethics for the People of God – C. Wright, IVP, 2003 * Moral Choices - Scott B. Rae, Zondervan, 1995 From Christ to the World – W.G. Boulton, Eerdmans, 1994

PHILOSOPHY & APOLOGETICS

A po1 A po2

Philosophical Theology

Effective Christian Living - S.J. Selfridge, Christian Focus, 1994 Works of Love - Soren Kierkegaard, Harper, 1962 The Pursuit of Excellence – Ted W. Engstrom, MARC, 1988

Apologetics: Principles for defending our faith

40 0 CS

CONTEMPORARY STUDIES

40 0 41 5

C S:1

41 2

CS 2

Women's Studies: in Scripture, theology, folk religion, Rights & Roles in Soc / Church, Abuse in the family

45 0 49 0

C S:3 C S:4

Islamics

3 * Green House Theology – Ron Eldson, Monarch, 1992 God's World - Ken Gnanakan, SPCK, 1999 [Film: An Inconvenient Truth - Al Gore, 2006]

Contemporary Beliefs / Issues; Contemporary Theology Inter-denominational issues; Inter-Faith relations

3 The Eye of the Needle - Roy McCoughry, IVP, 1990 Strange Virtues – Bernard T. Adeney, IVP, 1995

730 731 740

Ed Ed:1

8 Class Units 750

3

Genius, Grief & Grace - G. Davies. Christian Focus, 2001 Gifts Differing - I. Myers Briggs, Consulting Psychiatrists Press,1993

12 Class Units

Ed:2

754

Ed:3

766

Ed:4

767

Ed:5

770

CE d

2

A Call to Spiritual Reformation (St. Paul’s writings) - D A. Carson, IVP, 1992 Forgiveness - C. Stanley, Oliver Nelson, 1987 * Christian Giving - V.S. Azariah, Lutterworth, 1954 Boundaries - H. Cloud / J. Townsend, Zondervan, 1992 Leadership is an Art – Max De Pree, Doubleday, 2004 mc

3 1

Contextual Theology: Relevancy to local culture/values

* Discipleship - David Watson, Hodder, 1981 mc Commandments of Christ - R.C. Beasley, P&R, 1999 Born For Battle - R. Arthur Matthews, OMF, 1991 mc Following Christ – J.M. Stowell, Zondervan, 1996 mc

2

2 1

EDUCATION Principles of Learning & Teaching - Developing Logic and Curiosity Study Methods: Reading Skills - Note Taking Researching - Thinking - Evaluating Evidence / Ideas Wring Essays & Assignments - Preparing Projects & Theses - Organising Material - Presentation of Material Urdu Grammar Functional English

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

CE:1

Teaching in the Parish: Catechists Classes - Confirmation -Sunday School - Youth Work - Marriage Preparation

778

CE:2

Parish Training in Mission, Pastoral Care, Social Responsibility

780

TE

770

THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION

786

TE:1

800

P aTh

803 809

810 814

PaTh 1 PaTh 2

PaTh 3

Theological Framework (Knowing) - Biblical Reflection (Understanding) - Godly Character (Being) - Ministerial Skills (Doing)

* The Original Jesus - N.T. Wright, Lion, 1996 Matthew – Michael Green, IVP (BST series), 2000

PASTORAL THEOLOGY

The Divine Conspiracy – D. Willard, Fount, 1998

2

The Pastor: Gifts - Character - Office & Church Order Designation of Responsibilities to Others Roles: Manager - Missionary Strategist - Teacher - Preacher Liturgist (Leader in public worship) - Spiritual Advisor Counsellor

Acts - John Stott, IVP (BST series), 1991 Romans - John Stott, IVP, (BST series), 1994 mc

The Psychology of Pastoral Care

Galatians - John Stott, IVP, (BST series), 1992

Care of Individuals / Jesus as Counsellor - Shepherding the wayward - Encouraging the faint - Counselling the troubled - Rescuing the weak - Family problems Comforting the grieving - Ministering to the sick - Visiting the parish - Seeking the lost - Building up the faithful

* Exodus: Travelling Homeward – M. Bentley, Evangelical Press * 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel - M. Eaton, Sovereign Word, 1996 * Ezra & Nehemiah: Doing a Great Work – S.K. Evers, Evangelical Press * How to Read Proverbs – Tremper Longman, IVP 2002 Job: Out of the Storm – C. Ash, IVP, 2004

Ephesians - John Stott, IVP, (BST series), 1991 1 Timothy & Titus - John Stott, IVP, (BST series), 1997

1 1 1

* Encountering the Book of Psalms – C.H. Bullock, Baker, 2001

1 2

* Isaiah: God Delivers - D. Thomas, Evangelical Press, 1991 * Isaiah - B. Webb, IVP (BST series), 1996

2

* Hosea - D. Kidner, IVP (BST series), 1981 * Amos - J.A Motyer, IVP (BST series), 1974

2

14 Class Units * Men With a Message - John Stott, ELT,1994 mc Encountering the NT – W. Ellwell / Yarborough, Baker, 1998

2

2

1 2 1 1 2