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In this concise introduction to Calvin's life and thought, Elwood offers an insightful and accessible overview of Calvin's key teachings within his historical context. The trials and travails Calvin encountered as he ministered and taught in Geneva are given with special attention to theological controversies associated with the Trinity and predestination. Elwood indicates the ways that Calvinism developed and its influence in today's world. Illustrations are interspersed throughout the text and humorously illuminate key points providing an engaging introduction to this important theologian. Christopher Elwood is Associate Professor of Historical Theology at Louisville Presbyterian Theological SEMInary. He is the author of The Body Broken: The Calvinist Doctrine of the Eucharist and the Symbolization of Power in Sixteenth-Century France.
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"I love the books in this series I have ready. They are very approachable. This one was no different. It clearly laid out Calvin's basic beliefs in a fun and understandable manner. I can't wait to get to read others from this series. This is an excellent resource for anyone in the EfM program."
— Joshua (4 out of 5 stars)
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“In a happy example of clever writing and good casting, Calvin for Armchair Theologians takes what could be a grind of a listen to another plane. Simon Vance typically brings intelligence and awareness to his work, and it is his ability to reveal the trenchant wit in this overview of one of theology's most influential men that makes the piece a success.”
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" Great book outlining the thought and theology of this great Christian mind. Today's Christian though seeks to return to the ideas of the great Reformers. "
— Pastor, 10/28/2012 -
" A fine introduction to the reformed theology of John Calvin. Explains his complex positions on topics of predestination, liberation theology and the purpose of the church in an easy to read and understand format. An enjoyable and quick read. "
— Sam, 2/9/2011 -
" A fine introduction to the reformed theology of John Calvin. Explains his complex positions on topics of predestination, liberation theology and the purpose of the church in an easy to read and understand format. An enjoyable and quick read. "
— Sam, 9/13/2007
About Christopher Elwood
Christopher Elwood is associate professor of historical theology at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. He is the author of The Body Broken: The Calvinist Doctrine of the Eucharist and the Symbolization of Power in Sixteenth-Century France.
About Simon Vance
Simon Vance (a.k.a. Robert Whitfield) is an award-winning actor and narrator. He has earned more than fifty Earphones Awards and won the prestigious Audie Award for best narration thirteen times. He was named Booklist’s very first Voice of Choice in 2008 and has been named an AudioFile Golden Voice as well as an AudioFile Best Voice of 2009. He has narrated more than eight hundred audiobooks over almost thirty years, beginning when he was a radio newsreader for the BBC in London. He is also an actor who has appeared on both stage and television.