The Jews and the Irrevocable Call of God in Reformed Theology from John Calvin to Thomas Torrance

""The place of the people of Israel in God's scheme of things is a much-contested topic. It is good to read a viewpoint which is expressed without rising decibels and unhelpful vitriol. Mark Larson has achieved this. 'Fulfilment theology' leaves scope for what Romans 11 seems to teach--that God will turn his ancient people to find salvation in Christ before Christ comes again. Accordingly, this is a work that informs us and encourages us to hope and pray."" --Peter Barnes, Lecturer in Church History, Christ College, Australia ""Larson provides evidence from Reformed biblical interpreters on God's irrevocable covenant with Israel. Beginning with Calvin as the foundation for his thesis, he finds support from other Reformed theologians as well. The book is well written and well researched with its use of mostly primary sources. He has done a great service to the Reformed community on this important subject."" --Barry Howson, Professor of Theology, Heritage College and Seminary, Canada ""The relationship of Israel and the church has been rightly called the ultimate loose end of Christian theology. 'Replacement theology' has dealt with this loose end by cutting off the rope. Mark Larson's alternative is much to be preferred. His treatment of this historical topic models Calvin's approach to biblical exegesis--clear brevity."" --David L. Turner, Scholar in Residence for New Testament Studies, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary