This third installment in the landmark Reformed Systematic Theology series does not merely check the boxes for “Pneumatology” (the doctrine of the Holy Spirit) and “Soteriology” (the doctrine of salvation). Instead, it welds them together with a force that is both intellectually rigorous and pastorally tender. If Volume 1 was the foundation (God’s Word and Creation) and Volume 2 was the structure (God the Son and the Covenant of Grace), Volume 3 is the electricity running through the walls.

Enter RST Vol. 3: Spirit and Salvation .

Beyond the Cross and the Tomb: A Deep Dive into RST Vol. 3, Spirit and Salvation

5/5 Stars Best For: Systematic theology, pastoral ministry, personal discipleship. Warning: You will be convicted. You will be comforted. You will want to worship.

Pick up a copy, open to Chapter 1 (“The Person of the Holy Spirit”), and ask the Author of the book to make you holy. Disclaimer: This review is based on a thorough reading of the text. If you are referring to a different series with the initials RST, the thematic analysis of “Spirit and Salvation” remains applicable to the general structure of Reformed theology on these topics.