The Kingdom of God: A Baptist Expression of Covenant & Biblical Theology Paperback – 1 Jun 2016

This book is a clear, detailed, and precise exposition of Baptist Covenant Theology. Unlike many works the author does a great job of keeping the language simple and clear so that the average member of the body can grasp the beauty and mystery of the redemptive work of Christ as expressed through the covenants.The first half of the book explains the doctrine and the synergistic inter workings of the covenant in bringing about God's purpose for mankind and builds a support for the second half of the book which gives the reader a glorious view of the scope of redemptive history through the covenants as portrayed in the Word of GodA great read for those struggling with their understanding of covenant theology and a worthy work of sound doctrine.

The Kingdom of God is an excellent book that brilliantly explains baptist covenant theology with great clarity, brevity, and theological precision.There are two parts. Part one is a little longer and more theologically polemic (yet generous) than part two. In part one, Johnson reveals baptist covenant theology primarily through the lens of the dichotomous nature of the Abrahamic covenant. This was extremely well written, and successfully accounts for the contrast between the physical/spiritual seed that thematically runs throughout scripture.Part two is a beautiful expression of biblical theology. Johnson commits roughly 100 pages to a simple narration of the whole storyline of scripture from a reformed baptist covenant presupposition. This was an enjoyable read. This part, in particular, is something I would recommend to those who are new to covenant & biblical theology.Unfortunately there were several silly grammatical errors throughout. Perhaps a future new edition will use an editor that cleans up those careless mistakes.

If you are looking for a place to start with reading about Baptist Covenant Theology as confessed in the 1689 LBC, this is a book you should pick up.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is an exposition of Covenant Theology and the second part is an excellent Biblical Theology walk-through of the Bible through the lens of God's Covenants with mankind.Part One is quite solid and helpful for those who wish to better understand what is known as "1689 Federalism". I have previously read Johnson's other CT book "The Fatal Flaw" and it is helpful as well. But I was sort of left hoping for more about the dichotomous nature of the Abrahamic Covenant. "The Kingdom of God" is the follow-up to that book that I was hoping for. This 17th Century Particular Baptist understanding of Covenant Theology is something that it's wonderful about which to see books being published these days!Part Two helps to put it all together in a readable and accessible manner. I would even go so far as to say that it could be used (possibly slightly modified) to introduce children to God's Covenants. Very solid.

The author does a good job of presenting the traditional covenant Baptist position. The first half of the book looks in depth at the covenant of Abraham and it's "two part" nature, being unilateral and unconditional with regards to the promises of God to all believers, and conditional with regards to the physical nation of Israel. In the second part the author elaborates in a Biblical/historic fashion, the outworking of the covenant of redemption with man, that being the covenant of grace. He shows clearly how Christ's work is the way back to the original covenant relationship of man with God. An excellent read for anyone interested in covenant theology.

Fantastic book on the Baptist Covenant Theology. Very well laid out in an easily understood format. Strong argumentation for the Baptist expression of covenant theology. One of the best books I've read on the subject. A page turner that I had trouble putting down. I'll return to this book many times in the future.

There is so much good theology here and a perspective with which I am sadly unfamiliar, not having been discipled accordingly. This book really requires multiple readings to sink in. Its words will be ruminating in my mind for some time to come.

Great introduction to a difficult subject. Written so all can understand. Unsure of his conclusion concerning the mosaic covenant being a republication of the covenant of works but don't let that deter you from reading it. Well worth your time.

I am still becoming acquainted with Reformed Baptist Covenant theology so I found this immensely helpful. Also, Johnson is a very good writer.

Excellent resource

On time and as described

Jeffrey Johnson does an excellent job of explaining that the true Israel of God is NOT a nation but a person, Christ himself. The true chosen people are NOT a physical people but a spiritual. The true seed of Abraham is NOT the Jewish people but Christ!

Good book, well written. This work helps fill in some important distinctions between paedo and credo federalism. I would recommend this book to those who are taking a serious look at covenant theology.

Easy to read. Thought provoking. I definitely recommend!

Jeff Johnson is an excellent author of truth

THIS BOOK IS EXCELLENT AND OFFERS both A POLEMIC AND A POSITIVE approach TO COVENANT THEOLOGY YOU WILL BE BLESSED