Divine covenants and moral order : a biblical theology of natural law / David VanDrunen.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

VanDrunen, David, 1971- author.

Series:

Emory University studies in law and religion.

Emory University Studies in Law and Religion

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Christianity and law.

Law (Theology).

Natural law--Religious aspects--Christianity.

Natural law.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (448 pages).

Place of Publication:

Grand Rapids, Michigan ; Cambridge, England : William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2014.

Summary:

This book addresses the old question of natural law in its contemporary context. David VanDrunen draws on both his Reformed theological heritage and the broader Christian natural law tradition to develop a constructive theology of natural law through a thorough study of Scripture.The biblical covenants organize VanDrunen's study. Part 1 addresses the covenant of creation and the covenant with Noah, exploring how these covenants provide a foundation for understanding God's governance of the whole world under the natural law. Part 2 treats the redemptive covenants that God established with Abraham, Israel, and the New Testament church and explores the obligations of God's people to natural law within these covenant relationships.In the concluding chapter of Divine Covenants and Moral Order VanDrunen reflects on the need for a solid theology of natural law and the importance of natural law for the Christian's life in the public square.]>

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781467440639

1467440639