Justification by Faith in Catholic-Protestant Dialogue

In this assessment of the recent Catholic-Protestant dialogue concerning the doctrine of justification, Anthony Lane begins by discussing traditional Protestant doctrine with close reference to Calvin, and traditional Catholic doctrine with close reference to the Council of Trent. He goes on to examine eight key documents, from Hans Kung's Justification (1957) to the Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification (1999). Fifteen key theological issues are then explored. These include the status of theological language used by Catholics and Evangelicals, the definition of justification, the grounds on which a person is accounted righteous, the question of sin remaining in the Christian, whether faith alone can save, the relationship between law and gospel, the question of merit and reward, the assurance of salvation and finally, a discussion on the Roman Magisterium and current Evangelical responses to recent changes in Catholic theology. In conclusion, Anthony Lane discusses the extent to which any agreement or convergence of thinking has been achieved, and its future significance.

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"'This careful, lucid and intelligent study issues from long wrestling with the texts, and benefits in its judicious balance from the author's detachment from the dialogue participants. It deserves to be a standard resource for continuing debate.' David F. Wright "This volume is essential reading for those interested in the ongoing dialogue...Lane's handling of the voluminous primary literature is exemplary.' D.A. Carson"

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Anthony Lane is Professor of Historical Theology and Director of Research at the London School of Theology.

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1. Traditional Protestant Doctrine: John Calvin; 2. Traditional Catholic Doctrine: Trent; 3. The Eight Documents; 4. The Key Issues.

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