Saint Augustine and the Doctrine of Grace

"Saint Augustine and the Doctrine of Grace" offers a profound exploration of one of Christianity's most influential theologians and his seminal contributions to Christian thought. Through the lens of Augustine's understanding of grace, Michael Young delves into the depths of the human condition, divine sovereignty, and the transformative power of God's unmerited favor. This book traces Augustine's intellectual journey, from his early life of sin and disillusionment to his ultimate conversion, which set the stage for his theological reflections on grace. Young examines Augustine's teachings on original sin, predestination, and free will, showing how these ideas formed the backbone of his doctrine of grace—grace as a radical, unearned gift of God that enables salvation. In addition to its theological insights, the book offers a historical context for Augustine's writings, exploring his responses to the challenges of Pelagianism, his influence on the early Church, and the lasting impact of his ideas on both Catholic and Protestant traditions. "Saint Augustine and the Doctrine of Grace" provides a scholarly yet accessible account of Augustine's thought, illustrating how his views on grace shaped Christian doctrine and continue to resonate in contemporary theological debates.