Short of Glory: A Biblical and Theological Exploration of the Fall, by Mitchell L. Chase
Prof. David Engelsma reviews Mitchell L. Chase's "Short of Glory," a biblical and theological exploration of the Fall in Genesis 3 that treats the account as historical narrative essential to understanding Christ's redemptive work. The review affirms Chase's orthodox treatment of the Fall, particularly his understanding of the Adamic covenant as a relational friendship with God rather than a mere contract, while examining how this foundation shapes biblical theology and anthropology.
The following book is reviewed by Prof. David J. Engelsma, former editor of the Standard Bearer, professor emeritus of Dogmatics and Old Testament in the Protestant Reformed Theological Seminary, and member of Trinity PRC in Hudsonville, Michigan. Short of Glory: A Biblical and Theological Exploration of the Fall, by Mitchell L. Chase. Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2023. Pp. xii + 213. $17.99. Softcover. ISBN: 9781433585098. The sub-title accurately describes the content and appeal of the book: "A...
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