The Christian church has a long tradition of systematic theology that is of studying biblical teaching on centrally important doctrines such as the Word of God redemption and Jesus Christ. Wayne Grudems bestselling Systematic Theology has several distinctive features: A strong emphasis on the scriptural basis for each doctrine Clear writing with technical terms kept to a minimum A contemporary approach treating subjects of special interest to the church today A friendly tone appealing to the emotions and the spirit as well as the intellect Frequent application to life Resources for worship within each chapter Bibliographies in each chapter that cross-reference subjects to a wide range of other systematic theologies.