Seeking Refuge

“This book is a powerful, persuasive case that the people of Christ should care about the vulnerable, including those fleeing from danger. Its message is even more crucial now than it ever was before. Read this book with an open mind and a Christ-shaped conscience.”

Russell Moore

“If you are at all skeptical about how good people should respond to the refugee crisis in the world today, this book will serve to answer your questions in a fair and balanced way. If you are concerned for national security if refugees are allowed to come into the US, this is your book. If you are convinced that the US should step up to a larger role in resettlement of the displaced and oppressed, this will temper an unintentional naiveté with a realistic understanding of the challenges and the needed commitment. This book unpacks the gospel and would serve college classes and church groups alike.”

Shirley Hoogstra

“The topic of refugees has become complicated, messy, and often very contentious. As a result, it's far too tempting to dehumanize, 'otherize,' or altogether ignore the local and global realities of refugees. This is why I'm genuinely grateful for this book, Seeking Refuge. The authors have written an important and much-needed resource that acknowledges the complexities and messiness but still points us to a deeper hope that we desperately need in our world. Some will likely label this just as a book about refugees, but let me make it clear: Seeking Refuge is really a book about discipleship . . . and we're all called to grow as disciples of Christ.”

Eugene Cho

“In the decade since the first edition of Seeking Refuge came out, debates and views about immigration have only gotten more difficult and divisive. Yet, the global refugee crisis has only grown more pressing. With biblical arguments and empirical data, this new edition again helps evangelical Christians sort through some of the issues with clarity, conviction, and compassion. Most importantly, we are pointed to the heart of God for all people and reoriented toward the mission to show and share the love of Jesus with all nations, whether across the world or across the street.”

Ed Stetzer

“There is little doubt that one of the greatest tension points in our generation is the complex challenge of the refugee crisis. While the rest of the world peers into the problem through the lens of politics, economics, and cultural dilution, Bauman, Soerens, and Smeir call Christ followers to see it as an opportunity for the church to unleash the power of the gospel. In practical and persuading ways, Seeking Refuge offers us biblically wise counsel and effective paradigms that will bring Jesus' love and redeeming power to bear on the lives of some of the neediest people on the planet.”

Joe Stowell

“In a culture that has devolved into self-centered individualism, the church has a tremendous opportunity to express Christ's love for the refugees landing on our doorsteps. In fact, a failure to do so is simply a failure to be the body of Jesus Christ. Rooted in solid research and the authors' vast experience, Seeking Refuge both challenges and equips the church to take action in the face of the growing global crisis. This is an essential book for such a time as this.”

Brian Fikkert

“Seeking Refuge is a timely resource that draws us in with real stories of people who often find themselves unexpectedly strangers in a new land, and the book provides tools for anyone to take action to make a real impact on the lives of our new neighbors and in the global conversation around refugees.”

Jenny Yang

“Seeking Refuge is a must-read introductory book for Christians to understand and respond to one of the most controversial topics of our day: the global refugee crisis. The book gives the reader a broad exploration of the issues without losing sight of the individual stories that bring the crisis down to earth. If you want to know what it practically means to obey the command 'love those who are foreigners,' this is the book for you.”

Rich Nathan

“The refugee crisis is complex. The authors have outlined the complexity and yet at the same time are giving a solid biblical base from which to respond. The nascent voices yell loudly, but the authors are calling us to follow the 'still small voice' of truth in which we experience true power in action. Guidance for these days!”

Jo Anne Lyon

“Seeking Refuge is the best work to date when it comes to understanding present realities, global challenges, and practical responses to refugees in light of our kingdom citizenship. Filled with numerous stories and easy-to-understand explanations of technical matters, Bauman, Soerens, and Smeir have provided the church with a call to action and excellent assistance along the way. If you are looking for a one-stop shop to be informed, challenged, and led, then you have found it here!”

J. D. Payne

“At a time when culture prioritizes individual protection and self-preservation, Bauman, Soerens and Smeir rightly call Christians to prioritize our neighbors, especially those fleeing persecution. Thoroughly researched and theologically grounded, this book is a must-have for any missions-minded Christ follower.”

Bri Stensrud

“This highly readable and informative volume is the resource for God's people who hear about the global refugee crisis, have some questions, and don't know what to do. Inspiring and clarifying, groups in local congregations and groups of Christian citizens can apply the authors' practical and faithful recommendations immediately. I am profoundly thankful to God for inspiring such a biblically based and moving book.”

Stephanie Summers