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AN ESSENTIAL SYLLABUS BIBLIOGRAPHY A Selection of 140 Introductory Books (and Three Films)

for

THEOLOGICAL COURSES following

THE CURRICULUM SYLLABUS of Gujranwala Theological Seminary Pakistan Compiled by:

Rev. P.C.J. Burgess, M.A. (Cantab) Revised Edition August 2007

The philosophy behind this list assumes that students should read one good introductory book that introduces the subject they wish to study before attempting the more detailed works on particular aspects of that subject. Such introductory books 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 Syllabus Bibliography helpful as a resource when deciding what material to include in that course. Others may be interested to compare this outline with their own syllabus. The 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 used in Gujranwala Theological Seminary Library. It serves also as a Taxonomy of Theological Fields and Topics. and was 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.

Course

CURRICULUM SYLLABUS Department / Section & Course Content: Subject / Topics

DEPARTMENT of BIBLICAL STUDIES, HERMENEUTICS and SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY 100

103 115

114 112 752.1

BS

BS:1

BS:2

BS:3

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

Can we trust the Biblical record? Biblical archaeology & historical background Understanding the land of the Bible A Biblical Theological Guide: Overview - Specifics - Constrasting perspectives

BIBLIOGRAPHY 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) BIBLICAL STUDIES (General)

Class Units

Class Periods

PC Ref

41 12

* Papyrus, Parchment and Print - Harold K. Mouton, Lutterworth,1967, 77p From the Mind of God to the Mind of Man - J.B. Williams, Ambassador, 1999, 231pp The Bible as a Whole - S. Travis, Bible Reading Fellowship, 1994, 192pp The Canon of Scripture - F.F. Bruce, IVP, 1988, 349pp

1

Discoveries from Bible Times - Alan Millard, Lion, 1997, 352pp

2

Geography of the Bible - Denis Baly, Lutterworth, 1974, 288pp Understanding the Land of the Bible - O. Palmer Robertson, P&R, 1996, 158pp God’s Big Picture – V. Roberts, IVP, 2009, 176pp

1

How to Study the Bible For All Its Worth -D.Stewart/G.D.Fee,Zondervan.2003mc 288pp How to Read the Bible Book by Book - D. Stewart / G.D. Fee, Zondervan, 2002, 444pp

117

BS:4

Hermeneutics:How to interpret the Bible History of the deelopment of Hermeneutics as a discipline Applying Hermeneutics: Original meaning - Its background Intended meaning / Scriptural harmony / Relevance today Genre: Law - Narrative / History - Prophecy - Poetry - Wisdom Gospel - Parable - Acts - Letter - Apocalyptic

109

BS:5

Biblical Languages: Hebrew

How to Read the Bible as Literature - Leyland Ryken, Zondervan, 1984, 208pp # From Creation to New Creation – T. Chester, Paternoster, 2003, 160pp # Grasping God’s Word – J.S. Duvall & J.D. Hays, Zondervan, 2005 mc 298pp Biblical Hebrew - P.H. Kelley, Eerdmans, 1992, 235pp

109

BS:6

Biblical Languages: Greek

Learn N.T. Greek - J.M. Dobson, Bible Society, 1992, 314pp

2 3 3

120

122.9 122

125

OT

OT:1

OT:2

OLD TESTAMENT

OLD TESTAMENT

Class Units

Making Sense of the OT - T. Longman, Baker, 1999 mc 156pp * The Message of the OT - H.L. Ellison, Paternoster, 1969. 96pp # OT Survey - LaSor / Hubbard / Bush, Eerdmans, 1996, 866pp A Guide to OT Theology & Exegesis – W.A. Van Gemeren, Zondervan mc, 236pp # OT Theology - P:R: House, IVP, 655pp * Faith of Israel – WJ Dumbrell, Apollos 2002, 352pp

2

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

* Gen. 1-11; Gen. 12-23 - M. Eaton, S. Word Encountering the Book of Genesis - B.T. Arnold, Baker, 2003, 240pp

2 1

Reasons for studying the OT Making Sense of 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 - Key Themes

128

OT.3

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

* Exodus: Travelling Homeward – M. Bentley, Evangelical Press, 1999, 352pp

134

OT:4

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

* 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel - M. Eaton, Sovereign Word, 1996

156

OT:5

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

153

OT:6

Proverbs: principles of wisdom for life

151 830

OT:7

Psalms: the prayers / hymn book of the believer, covering every kind of emotion and situation

137

OT:8

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

140

OT:9

1 4

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

1

* Ezra & Nehemiah: Doing a Great Work – S.K. Evers, Evangelical Press, 1996, 224pp

* How to Read Proverbs – Tremper Longman, IVP 2009, 180pp Job: Out of the Storm – C. Ash, IVP, 2004, 111pp * Encountering the Book of Psalms – C.H. Bullock, Baker, 2001, 226pp * Isaiah: God Delivers - D. Thomas, Evangelical Press, 2005, 415pp * Isaiah - B. Webb, IVP (BST series), 1997, 288pp * Hosea - D. Kidner, IVP (BST series), 1981, 142pp * Amos - J.A Motyer, IVP (BST series), 1974, 208pp

1 1 2 2

2

126

NT

NEW TESTAMENT

162 163 170

NT:1

Introduction to the NT: Gospels - Acts - Letters - Revelation OT fulfilled in the NT - Key themes pf the NT – Paul’s theology – John’s theology

* Men With a Message - John Stott, ELT,1994 mc 168pp Encountering the NT – W. Ellwell / Yarborough, Baker, 2005, 448pp

2

164

NT:2

The Life of Christ – Matthew’s Gospel: account of Jesus’ life, death & resurrection

* The Original Jesus - N.T. Wright, Lion, 1997, 160pp Matthew – Michael Green, IVP (BST series), 2000, 320pp

2

NT:3

The Teaching of Jesus: The Sermon on the Mount, The Lord’s Prayer John’s Gospel: The great Teacher who laid down his life for friends

The Divine Conspiracy – D. Willard, Fount, 1998, 468pp

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

Acts - John Stott, IVP (BST series), 1994, 428pp

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

Romans - John Stott, IVP, (BST series), 2001 mc 432pp

NT:6

Galatians: saved by faith alone - heart of the gospel

Galatians - John Stott, IVP, (BST series), 1994, 191pp

175

NT:7

hesians: the nature of salvation and the Christian life - spiritual warfare

Ephesians - John Stott, IVP, (BST series), 1998. 64pp

180

NT 8

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

1 Timothy & Titus - John Stott, IVP, (BST series), 1997, 64pp

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

Hebrews - R. Brown, IVP, (BST series), 1992, 272pp

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

Revelation - M. Wilcock, IVP, (BST series), 1991, 223pp

164

169 171 174

186

197 250

NT:4 NT:5

NT:9

NT:10

NEW TESTAMENT

Class Units

15

2

1 2 1 1

2

1 1

200

200

210

240

280

Doc

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY (DOCTRINE)

Doc1

Introduction to Theology - Kinds of theology: natural, biblical, systematic, contextual, contemporary – and others! Why study theology? - its sources – an encyclopaedia (map) of theology (relationship with other disciplines)

Doc2

Doc3

Doc4

God - Heaven & Earth – Revelation

Jesus Christ -The End Times - Humanity - Redemption

The Holy Spirit - The Church

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY

Class Units

16

* Who Needs Theology? - Grenz / Olson, IVP, 1996 mc 150pp * A Faith To Live By - D. Macleod, Christian Focus, 1998 mc 333pp Bible Doctrine - W. Grudem, IVP,1999 mc 528pp - OR - # Systematic Theology - W. Grudem, Zondervan, 2004, 1264pp

2

* Experiencing God – M. Eaton, OM, 1998, 114pp This is the Day - R. Beckwith / W. Stott, 1978, 181pp (Text available on Internet)

4

The Incomparable Christ - John Stott, IVP, 2002 mc 250pp End of Story? - Stephen Travis, IVP, 1997, 160pp Marriage for God - C. Ash, IVP, 2007 mc 174pp What's So Amazing About Grace? – P. Yancey, HarperCollins, 1985, 292pp # The Cross of Christ: J. Stott, IVP, 1989 mc 340pp * Enjoying God's World-Wide Church - M. Eaton, OM, 1995 * The Living Church – John Stott, IVP, 2007, 192pp

7

4

DEPARTMENT of PHILOSOPHY, COMMUNICATION, and CONTEMPORARY STUDIES 300

Apo

PHILOSOPHY & APOLOGETICS

300

Apo1

Philosophical Theology

300

400

400 415

Apo2

CS

CS:1

Apologetics: Principles for defending our faith

CONTEMPORARY STUDIES

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

PHILOSOPHY, COMMUNICATION & CONTEMPORARY STUDIES PHILOSOPHY & APOLOGETICS

Class Units

Introduction to The Philosophy of Religion - B. Davies, OUP, 2003, 344pp * Handbook of Christian Apologetics - P. Kreeft / Tacelli, IVP, 19 94, 406pp CONTEMPORARY STUDIES

Class Units

450 490

CS 2

CS:3 CS:4

9 3 6

10

# New Issues Facing Christians Today – John Stott, IVP, 1999, 435pp Base Ecclesial Communities - Jose Marin, CAFORD, 1989, God & Culture - D.A. Carson, Paternoster, 1993, 398pp The Blood of the Moon - G. Grant, Nelson, 2001 (Biblical roots & contemporary fruit of Islam) 195pp

412

40

3

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

* Woman in the Bible - M. Evans, Paternoster, 2006, 160pp The Role of Women – Ed: S. Lees, IVP, 1984, 224pp

2

Islamics

* Unveiling Islam - E. Caner, Kregel, 2002, 256pp Islam & Christian Witness - M. Goldsmith, MarcEurope, 1982, 160pp

3

Contextual Theology: Relevancy to local culture/values

Base Ecclesial Communities - Jose Marin, CAFORD, 1989,

2

500

Com

COMMUNICATION

510

Com1

Principles of Communication Elocution (voice production) - Recording & PA System

520

524

540 550 540

551 557

570 580

Com2

Com3

Preaching as proclamation (Biblical principles) Expository preaching; other kinds of preaching

Homiletics (the craft and practice of preaching)

EM

EVANGELISM & MISSION

EM:1

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

EM:2

EM:3

Theology of Mission - History of Mission - Call to Mission

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

COMMUNICATION

Class Units

Creating Understanding - Donald K. Smith, Zondervan,1992 mc 382pp * I Believe In Preaching – John Stott, Hodder, 1984 mc 351pp Expository Preaching – H.W. Robinson, IVP, 1997 mc 230pp Preaching Christ from the OT - S. Griedanus, Eerdmans 1999, 373pp And the Word Became… a Sermon – D. Newton, Christian Focus, 2003, 280pp Spirit Empowered Preaching – A. Azurdia, Christian Focus, 1998, 192pp EVANGELISM AND MISSION

Class Units

Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God - J.I. Packer, IVP, 1991, 126pp * Messengers of God - D. Tidball, SU, 1998 Good News and Good Works - R.J. Sider, Baker, 1999, 256pp Good News and Good Works - R.J. Sider, Baker, 1999, 256pp # Missiology - J.M. Terry, B & H, 1998, 768pp Christian Mission in the Modern World – John Stott, IVP, 1975 mc 128pp Mountain Rain (Fraser of China) - E. Crossman, OMF, 1985, 246pp The Church is Bigger Than You Think - P. Johnstone, Christian Focus, 1998, 320pp Introducing World Missions – A.S. Moreau, Baker. 2005, 352pp

9

3

3

3

12

3

6

3

DEPARTMENT of CHURCH HISTORY 600

CH

CHURCH HISTORY

600

CH:1

Intro: God and History, AD 1-1500: Beginnings, acceptance and conquest - a Christian society

20

CHURCH HISTORY

CHURCH HISTORY

Class Units

12

* Beginning from Jerusalem – John Foster, Lutterworth, 1956, 94pp 3

610 615

CH:2

1500-2000: Reform - reason. Revival & revolution - cities & empires - present & future

* To All Nations - John Foster, Lutterworth, 1960, 87pp Turning Points – M.A. Knoll, IVP, 2001, 352pp [Film: Martin Luther: 2005]

3

* People Movements in the Punjab – Fred & Margie Stock, 620

CH:3

The Church in Asia (incl. Persia, Central Asia) Mission on Indian Sub-continent - Pakistan Church

William Carey, 1975 mc 364pp China's Christian Millions - Tony Lambert, Monarch, 2006, 288pp So Great A Cloud – Kenneth G. Old, Tate, 2005 [Film: Carey: ]

690

HTh

HISTORICAL THEOLOGY

692

HTh1

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

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

Formularies & Creeds

The Heidelberg Creed The Westminster Confession

693

HTh2

HISTORICAL THEOLOGY

Class Units

6

8

6

2

DEPARTMENT of PRACTICAL THEOLOGY and PASTORAL THEOLOGY 700

710

714 715

718

719

PrTh

PrTh1

PrTh2

PrTh3

PrTh4

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

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY and PASTORAL THEOLOGY

Class Units

8

* Discipleship - David Watson, Hodder, 1983 mc 287pp Commandments of Christ - R.C. Beasley, P&R, 1999, 176pp Born For Battle - R. Arthur Matthews, OMF, 1991 mc 182pp Following Christ – J.M. Stowell, Zondervan, 1996 mc 240pp

2

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY

A Call to Spiritual Reformation (St. Paul’s writings) D A. Carson, IVP, 2006, 230pp A Call to Spiritual Reformation (St. Paul’s writings) - D A. Carson, IVP, 2006, 230pp * Christian Giving - V.S. Azariah, Lutterworth, 1954, 96pp Boundaries - H. Cloud / J. Townsend, Zondervan, 1992, 304pp Leadership is an Art – Max De Pree, Doubleday, 2004 mc 148pp Genius, Grief & Grace - G. Davies. Christian Focus, 2001, 383pp Gifts Differing - I. Myers Briggs, Consulting Psychiatrists Press,1995, 248pp [Film: An Inconvenient Truth - Al Gore, 2006]

3

2

1

720

720

21 723.3

725

726

729

CEth

CEth1

CEth2

CEth3

CEth4

CD:1

CHRISTIAN ETHICS

Biblical Principles of Christian Ethics

CHRISTIAN ETHICS

Class Units

OT Ethics for the People of God – C. Wright, IVP, 2004, 520pp * Moral Choices - Scott B. Rae, Zondervan, 1995, 281pp Internet text available From Christ to the World – W.G. Boulton, Eerdmans, 1994, 552pp

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

Effective Christian Living - S.J. Selfridge, Christian Focus, 1994, 176pp

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

* Green House Theology – Ron Eldson, Monarch, 1992, 256pp

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

The Eye of the Needle - Roy McCoughry, IVP, 1990, Strange Virtues – Bernard T. Adeney, IVP, 1995, 286pp

12

2

3

3

3

Community Development 1

730

Ed

EDUCATION

731 740

Ed:1

Principles of Learning & Teaching - Developing Logic and Curiosity

Use Your Head - Tony Buzan, BBC Active, 2006,168pp

Ed:2

Study Methods: Reading Skills - Note Taking - Researching Thinking - Evaluating Evidence / Ideas

* Learn How to Study – Derek Rowntree, Warner Books, 1998, 243pp

Wring Essays & Assignments - Preparing Projects & Theses - Organising Material - Presentation of Material

How to Write Essays – Clanchy / Ballard, Longman, 1996, 144pp

750

754

Ed:3

EDUCATION

Class Units

1

Ed:4

Urdu Grammar

767

Ed:5

Functional English

770

CEd

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

770

CE:1

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

I want to be a Christian - J.I. Packer Kingsway, 1977 mc 240pp Applying God's Law - M. Eaton, OM, 1999

Parish Training in Mission, Pastoral Care, Social Responsibility

Ministry By The People - Ross Kinsler / Martin, William Carey Library, 2008, 296pp

780

786

CE:2

TE

THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION

TE:1

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

2

2

766

778

10

2 3 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION

Class Units

Class Units

9 6 3

1

Establishing Ministry Training - R.W. Ferris, William Carey Library, 1995, 189pp 1

800

PaT h

PASTORAL THEOLOGY

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

803

PaTh 1

809

PaTh 2

The Psychology of Pastoral Care

PaTh 3

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

810 814

PASTORAL THEOLOGY

Class Units

* Skilful Shepherds: Exploration in Pastoral Theology – D. Tidball, IVP,1997, 369pp * 36 Steps to Christian Leadership - D.E. Hoste, OMF, 1999, 32pp * The Effective Pastor - Peter White, Mentor, 1998 mc 260pp An Authentic Servant - Ajith Fernando, OMF, 2006, 24pp * A Call to Excellence - Paul Beasley-Murray, Hodder, 1995, 228pp

The Bible and Counselling - R. Harding, H&S, 1992, 160pp The Truth About AIDS - Patrick Dixon, Kingsway, 1990, 253pp 3

RR

REVIVAL and RENEWAL

824

RR:1

History & Theology of Revival – Marks of a Vital Church

I Will Pour Out My Spirit – R.E. Davies, Monarch, 1992, 288pp

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

Let No Man Deceive You – Sue Waller, New Wine, 1986, 123pp A Passion for Faithfulness (Nehemiah) - J.I. Packer, H&S, 1995 mc 224pp Your Gift of Administration – Ted W. Engstrom, Marc Europe, 1985, 176pp

RR:2

3 1

820

821 829

7

REVIVAL AND RENEWAL

Class Units

2

1

1

830

Wor Wor1

831

WORSHIP Biblical Patterns - Essential Ingredients

Public Worship: How Traditional? (Historical) Wor2

832

How World-wide? (Universal) - How Cultural local? (Social) - How Adapted to Personal Temperament? (Psychological)

WORSHIP

Class Units

2

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, 256pp A Book of Worship in Village Churches (Indian): Edward K. Ziegler, Methodist, 1939 Created For Worship: from Gen. to Rev: Noel Due, (Baptist) Mentor,, 2005, 311pp

1

833

Wor3

Church Music

835

CO

CONGREGATIONAL OVERSIGHT

836-8 843-4

CO:1

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

A Passion for Faithfulness (Nehemiah) - J.I. Packer, H&S, 1995 mc 224pp

840

CO:2

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

841-6

CO:3

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

* A Relational Leadership – Walter C. Wright, Paternoster, 2000 mc 216pp Understanding Leadership - Tom Marshall, Sovereign World, 2008, 224pp Jesus Driven Ministry - Ajith Fernando, IVP, 2002 mc 255pp

Org

ORGANISATION

860 864

Org1

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

870

Den

DENOMINATIONS

Den1

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

850

873

881-6

5

True Worship – D. Whitcomb / M. Ward (Baptist) Ambassador, 2004, 260pp Engaging with God – David Peterson, (Anglican) IVP, 2002, 317pp

1 CONGREGATIONAL OVERSIGHT

ORGANISATION

Class Units

Class Units

6 2 2

2

2

Mastering Church Management - Leith Anderson, Nelson, 1991, 166pp 2 DENOMINATIONS

Class Units

1

Exploring Protestant Traditions – W.D. Buschart, IVP, 2006, 373pp 1