I enjoyed this simple and straightforward read on theology. It was definitely an introduction - and while the author's bias definitely showed through - I appreciated the way he attempted to present the various viewpoints on an issue. I'd recommend this book to someone looking for a quick and understandable introduction to the major areas of.Christian theology.

I think the problem with this book is the concept itself - there’s no real quick way to study theology. It takes time and dedication. This could be a good place to start but unfortunately the brevity of it sacrificed the clarity of the theology. I don’t think I would recommend this approach to studying theology.

Three stars felt generous, but I liked the premise so I went for it.

I do think this is a worthwhile concept, but I just don't think it was executed all that well. You'd have to be REALLY in a hurry for this to be an adequate explanation of Christian Theology.

Though the chapters are successfully succinct, I felt it was done at the cost of clarity. Many concepts were thoroughly oversimplified, while others remained woefully under-simplified (that is, unreachable or confusing to someone who is less familiar with scripture or biblical principles). Though the writing is structurally okay, it's more like reading a dictionary than anything.

Unfortunately, I think it all comes down to the fact that you just can't teach Christian Theology "in a Hurry". But you can't teach Astrophysics in a hurry either... so no harm done?

If you want to dig into Christian theology and learn more, but you're not ready for a long, academic volume, then Daryl Aaron's "Christian Theology for People in a Hurry" is exactly what you're looking for.

Aaron's treatment of the basics of theology includes a definition of theology and goes on to systematically address the Bible, God, created beings and sin, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church, and the last things and heaven. It's theology in a nutshell--the most important things you need to know, expressed in an easily understandable way for the normal, everyday person and not an academic. The chapters are concise, easily readable and yet filled with an abundance of knowledge. Theologically sound and trustworthy, this handbook is a great addition to anyone's library.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for this honest review. The opinons expressed are my own.