Cyrus Ingerson Scofield (1843–1921) was a significant American theologian, writer, and pastor who is best known for his Scofield Reference Bible, one of the most influential theological works of the 20th century. In it, he popularized Dispensationalism, which uses the literal, grammatical, and historical system of biblical interpretation and, therefore, separates Israel and the church. Because of this hermeneutic, Scofield saw in God’s Word a resurrection for the nation of Israel long before there was any hope of a modern Jewish state.
Scofield’s work spread systematized Dispensationalism like no other. In addition to producing the Scofield Reference Bible, Scofield is known for cofounding Philadelphia School of the Bible (now Cairn University) and founding the Central American Mission (now Camino Global).” - Renald Showers
Cyrus Ingerson Scofield
American theologian, writer, and pastor.
Books by C. I. Scofield Available from True Grace Books
The problem of legalism has plagued the church of Jesus Christ since the first century. The Apostle Paul wrote a forceful letter to the Christians of Galatia in order to combat this error while clarifying the true relationship between law and grace. In The Epistle to the Galatians, noted Bible teacher and author of the last century, C. I. Scofield, provides a richly rewarding exposition of this key New Testament book. Scofield explains in clear, practical, and non-technical terms the major themes of Galatians, including: • Justification before God by grace through faith alone • Sanctification by grace through faith alone • Liberty in Christ contrasted with the imbalances of legalism & licentiousness • Law and grace contrasted • Christian living under the dispensation of grace