Theology Sources and an Update on My Plans

 



What many people are unaware of concerning seminary is how much different various different programs within divinity schools are. Among the many disciplines in seminary is Biblical Studies, which I am considering doing after I complete my degree in Theological Studies. As I rely on the Lord for direction, I am considering becoming a professor of New Testament someday. But for this post, I wanted to list some recommendations of theology that I think summarize many important aspects of doctrine: 


Infant Baptism in the First Four Centuries by Joachim Jeremias

Did the Early Church Baptize Infants: A Response to Joachim Jeremias

Infant Baptism in the Early Church by Joachim Jeremias

Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary by Brant Pitre

Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist by Brant Pitre

Jesus the Bridegroom by Brant Pitre

An Apology for the Church of England by John Jewel

Confessions by Augustine of Hippo

Signs of Life: Catholic Customs and their Biblical Roots by Scott Hahn 

The Primacy of Peter by John Meyondorff (Editor). 

The Bible and the Priesthood by Anthony Giambrone 

The Glory of the Crusades by Steven Weidonkopf 

How God Became King: The Forgotten Story of the Gospels by N. T. Wright

The Lord and His Prayer by N. T. Wright

Against the Saracens by Peter the Venerable

On the Body and the Blood of the Lord by Lanfranc of Canterbury 

On the Truth of the Body and the Blood of Christ in the Eucharist by Guitmund of Aversa

Positelvy Medieval: The Surprising, Dynamic, Heroic Church of the Middle Ages by Jamie Blosser

The Crusades Controversy: Setting the Record Straight by Thomas F. Madden

Those Terrible Middle Ages: Debunking the Myths by Regine Pernoud

The Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam and the Crusades by Robert Spenser

Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis

Reformation Thought: An Introduction by Alister McGrath

The Case for Historic Premillennialism: An Alternative to Left Beghind Escatology edited by Craig Blomberg. 





Of course, none of the sources mentioned above are intended to replace the Bible. Hopefully, they will be read in light of scripture. 

As far as my plans go, I'm considering doing an M.Div in Biblical Studies once I finish my MA in Theological Studies. Should I take this route, I will probably then follow these studies with a PhD either in Theological Studies (with a focus in historical theology) or in Biblical Studies (with a focus in New Testament). I'm currently weighing if I wish to become a professor of historical Theology or New Testament, though both subjects greatly intrigue me. 

I appreciate all prayers for my journey ahead! 









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  1. Allen DotsonFebruary 24, 2025 at 11:15 AM

    Those are great sources that you referenced! Also, thanks for sharing what your future plans are. I know you will do great in anything that you decide because you are smart, wise, a hard worker, and dedicated and committed to the lord. If I was a young man I would desire to be just like you! I'm very proud of you! Dad

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