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A Systematic Theology of the Early Church

The Foundational Beliefs of First-Century Christianity

Dustin R. Smith, PhDEdited by J. Jeffery Fletcher and Scott A. Deane

A scripture-first account of the foundational beliefs that defined first-century Christianity, organized around eight central fields of Christian doctrine.

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Published2025
FormatPaperback
Extent552 pages
IdentifierISBN 978-1-969070-22-8

About this edition

Dustin R. Smith develops a systematic theology rooted solely in the Old and New Testaments. Rather than blending scripture with later ecumenical creeds or denominational confessions, the volume concentrates on the doctrines that shaped the earliest Christian communities.

The study moves through theology, anthropology, hamartiology, christology, pneumatology, soteriology, ecclesiology, and eschatology. Written for students, pastors, and engaged readers, it offers an accessible path into the early church's understanding of God, humanity, sin, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church, and the kingdom of God.

Inside the book

  • Eight major fields of systematic theology
  • Old and New Testament evidence throughout
  • Focus on first-century Christian belief
  • Accessible to students, pastors, and general readers

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