This abridgement of Ford Lewis Battles’ Calvin: Institutes of the Christian Religion will better acquaint readers with the seminal work in Reformed theology. In an easy-to-read, concise format, Donald McKim follows the main development of Calvin’s thought, accentuating his contributions without lingering over matters whose importance has become outdated.

Donald K. McKim is former Academic Dean and Professor of Theology at Memphis Theological Seminary. He is author or editor of numerous books, including Moments with Martin Luther: 95 Daily Devotions and Presbyterian Questions, Presbyterians Answers, Revised Edition.