Byron D. Klaus
Biography
Byron D. Klaus co-edited Called and Empowered with Douglas Petersen and Murray W. Dempster, and wrote the foreword to A Light to the Nations.
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A Phenomenology of Pentecostal Leadership
Church Leadership & Ministry
“Truls Åkerlund offers a much-needed study of the leadership dynamics implicit in global Pentecostalism. The growth of this worldwide movement has long needed research, beyond the popular level, that utilizes the burgeoning field of leadership studies as the framework within which to investigate the DNA of Pentecostal leadership. Åkerlund has provided a comprehensive and pioneering work that will set the baseline for future research into leadership that serves Pentecostalism’s growth globally during the twenty-first century.”
Marriage, Family & Relationships
““Marriages are not restored by shallow fixes. The stakes are very high because marriage is critical to a well-functioning society. For those who want more than merely proving that they’re right, Beyond the Bliss will be a treasure.”
History & Biography
“This Festschrift honoring Stan and Ruth Burgess reveals the breadth and depth of cultural and scholarly life that the Burgesses have experienced. Here is a celebration of an adventure with two people who have called villages in India their home, knelt at the altars of Pentecostal revival, felt at ease in the halls of academia, and been refreshed by the richness of ecumenical conversations.”
Theology
“Arguably the greatest service this volume offers is a solid response to the busy ministry leader who is asking, 'So, what's the big fuss over Calvinism?' Does God Love Everyone? provides understandable answers to that contemporary question. Those Christian faith traditions, who have historically embraced a vibrant evangelistic effort, will appreciate the clear observations Walls provides for keeping their commitment to effectively reach 'all the people,' with the gospel, on sturdy theological ground.”
History & Biography
“This book is like a rich biography, full of kaleidoscopic insights, backgrounds, and narratives of the real life and multi-cultural diversity of evangelical presence, life, witness, and activity around the world today. It is remarkably comprehensive as a resource and wonderfully revealing as a panorama. Rev. Dr. Christopher J. H. Wright, International Ministries Director, Langham Partnership The handbook is an incredible source to know how God’s people faithfully fulfilled the purposes of God for this world as they journeyed with God and one another. Its stories motivate us to engage in God’s redemptive mission. Rev. Dr. Richard Howell, General Secretary, Asia Evangelical Alliance This singular handbook gives the most comprehensive, factual account of connected Evangelicals to date, and the most complete understanding of our goals and identity. It is a must read for anyone who wants to understand the nature and impact of today’s Christianity. Rev. Dr. Joel C. Hunter, Senior Pastor, Northland—A Church Distributed Evangelicals Around the World is an invaluable resource for all Christians. This book will help build bridges among Evangelicals of all denominations, help us understand the opportunities and challenges that we face as the Body of Christ, and will help to clarify our distinctiveness as Evangelicals. Rev. Dr. Wirachai Kowae, Chairman, Evangelical Fellowship of Thailand An era of increased access to information has also yielded misperceptions about who Evangelicals are globally. We now have a comprehensive resource to dispel misinformation, serving both the skeptic and serious inquirer. This clearly written volume allows Evangelicals to confidently describe themselves, demonstrating the breadth, vitality, and texture of this significant segment of World Christianity.”
Evangelism and Social Concern in the Theology of Carl F. H. Henry
Theology
“Carl F. H. Henry was a prophetic voice who offered keen insight to resolve the twentieth-century bifurcation over the missional necessity of word and deed. Jerry Ireland's work presents a renewed opportunity to see the genius of Henry. This book cannot come at a better time, as twenty-first-century American evangelicals demonstrate a continuing propensity to polarize around key missional themes.”
I Was a Stranger and You Took Me In
Ethics, Culture & Social Issues
“Theologian Harvey Cox has described Pentecostalism as ‘a religion made to travel.’ Olena curates a broad spate of topics to highlight the reality of Pentecostals caught up in the current migratory patterns globally as well as the clear biblical command ‘to welcome the stranger among you.’ The global nature of Pentecostal life, as central to its identity as a spiritual community, is highlighted with both clear focus and prophetic challenge in I was a Stranger and You Took Me In.”
Apologetics
“Hugh Ross’s proven scientific credentials and his enduring commitment to biblical Christianity qualify him to speak authoritatively in the often raucous encounter between science and theology. The quality of Hugh Ross’s work in Improbable Planet is characterized in his stated efforts to respond to Carl Sagan’s assertion that ‘the cosmos is all there is or ever was or ever will be.’ Using scientific evidence, Ross skillfully validates the biblical affirmation that this universe serves as a launching pad for the new creation to come. He powerfully reveals the deep biblical foundations that undergird his extensive scientific explanations, offering a model of thoroughness that should characterize biblical Christianity’s interface with science.”
Women
“My childhood experience led me to believe God called both men and women to 'full-time ministry.' My mom and dad were listed as co-pastors of every church they served. They shared all duties of pastoral ministry. I assumed the Spirit coming on 'all flesh' meant men and women alike. This volume documents, in detail, the complexities of 'Philip's daughters' as the Pentecostal-charismatic tradition has emerged and developed. My childhood experience has been impacted by much of what has been carefully researched and analyzed by the contributors to this volume. The stories told and critiques offered reflect lived experiences rather than aloof scholarship. Years of ministry have confirmed the veracity of this volume's clarion call to a hermeneutic of recovery. The future effectiveness of the Pentecostal movement may well depend on the fullest release of Philip's daughter to prophesy.”
Preaching & Worship
“Sacramental Sermons provides a welcome alternative to the glut of resources that have reduced preaching to the craft of slick rhetoric more indicative of late-night television than the communication of Eternal Truth. In a post-Christian world that starves people of hope, Sacramental Sermons offers a vision of preaching that connects people to a hope-filled encounter with the Living God.”
Christian Living
“Tyra addresses a frequently bypassed theme when talking about Christian discipleship: we have a formidable adversary whose cunning is distracting, derailing, or destroying the faith journeys of countless Christians. He acknowledges the tendency of some to give the devil too much visibility, while others naively act as if the Bible is silent on this ‘roaring lion’ whose destructive intent is clear. Tyra’s alternative replaces an avoidance of the topic, with an empowerment that is a primer on spiritual endurance training.”
Prayer & Spiritual Formation
“The One Jesus Loves is a serious reflection on an age-old conversation about the character of God. Our affirmation of God’s character may start with His transcendent qualities and therefore make pronouncements like God is everywhere and is all powerful! But human curiosity also wonders if God is here (right now) and if God can do everything, can He do anything in particular in my life? Crosby affirms that salvation is an unconditional gift of God’s grace, but some intimacies with God come only with relentless pursuit of Him. This book is all about Crosby’s admonition that followers of Jesus refuse to follow at a distance; if you’re not moving closer, you’re moving away!”
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