David Bartlett

Theology

“This collection of thoughtful and thorough essays provides several gifts to contemporary Baptists. We are invited to rethink the biblical resources for sacramental theology. We are reminded of the historical heritage of the church universal, including especially that of our Baptist predecessors. We are called to pay attention to reflection among other Christian churches as conversation partners in our quest for a richer understanding of sacrament. And perhaps most important, we are shown ways in which these reflections might help us rethink and reform contemporary Baptist practice. I found myself rethinking a number of assumptions that suddenly no longer seemed so self-evident.”

Before God

Christian Living

“This book is not only a wise and perceptive theological analysis but also an evangelical and prophetic call to believers: 'Remember whose you are and where you stand.' Before God provides a word we need to hear and heed.”

Postils for Preaching

Preaching & Worship

“These reflections on the texts from Year B of the Revised Common Lectionary will be wonderfully helpful to preachers. The essays are refreshingly informal and provocatively thoughtful. Karl Barth once wrote that preaching preparation consists of explication, meditation, and application. Rollefson helps with explication and application, but I think the book will be invaluable in that essential time of meditation where the preacher reflects prayerfully and imaginatively on text and congregation alike. And preachers should be sure not to skip the preface, which is not just a preface but a treasury of advice from a wise and skillful pastor and preacher.”

Postils for Preaching

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Now that I know what a postil is, I'm grateful to have this invaluable collection of them. John Rollefson's reflections on texts for preaching are theologically astute, pastorally wise, and artistically alert.”

When Donkeys Talk

Christian Living

“Who knew that you could present powerful Christian apologetics with tongue firmly in cheek? Tyler Blanski's book does just what St. Augustine says our rhetoric should do: he informs, he persuades, and he delights.”