A Genetic History of Baptist Thought.(Book review)

A Genetic History of Baptist Thought. By William H. Brackney. Macon, GA: Mercer University Press, 2004. 592 pp.

A Genetic History of Baptist Thought is a fine book that surveys basic theological viewpoints related to Baptist history and groups from the seventeenth century to the twentieth century. William H. Brackney, professor of religion at Baylor University and director of the Program in Baptist Studies, is one of the best-known Baptist historians and is well suited for this extensive overview of historical theology in Baptist life.

The book begins with an introduction to the theology of Baptist confessions of faith, addressing similarities and differences …