Dean G. Blevins

A Plain Account of Christian Faithfulness

“A Plain Account of Christian Faithfulness offers an intriguing array of essays dedicated to David B. McEwan, a Wesleyan academic and pastor worthy of this effort. The edited essays cover biblical, historical, systematic, and pastoral theological themes that collectively reflect David’s passion for faithfulness. The theologically diverse underpinnings prove reflective of primarily British and Australian contexts. Overall, a worthwhile reading of Wesleyan thought in context, honoring a scholar who practiced this same academic, pastoral discipline.”

Evangelism Renewed

Evangelism & Missions

“For ministers and leaders desiring a ‘theological turn’ in evangelism, Henry Knight delivers a needed resource. Knight leads readers through the theological basics to a rich array of evangelistic approaches emphasizing personal response and social action through individual appeal and community efforts, all while respecting differing traditions. Knight expands the reader’s view from simple Great Commission obedience to a missional love from God, for neighbor, consistent with the proclamation of the good news for everyone.”

Exploding Stars, Dead Dinosaurs, and Zombies

Science & Faith

“Andy Root’s new book offers youth workers (and everyone else) an exemplary study around debates in science and theology anchored in everyday narrative encounters with youth, reminding readers of the need for this crucial engagement for our future. Root’s creative, practical, theological response weaves a theology of relationality and salvific ministry, emerging from a personal, Triune God and sustained through the everyday work of ministers. Root’s theological response easily warrants our consideration for its originality and depth, standing alongside any other theologian working in the fields of science and religion. Andy engagingly provides historical reconstructions that reveal the humanity of many famous scientists and sound theological reflections around issues like the Big Bang, the immensity of the universe, the place of evolution, and even how we read Scripture. A text very accessible to anyone in ministry, this book breaks new ground, setting a hopeful table where young people, both enthralled by science and engaged in faith, can find new conversations.”

Open Minds, Devoted Hearts

Discipleship & Christian Education

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Practicing Christian Education

Church Leadership & Ministry

“Maddix and Estep provide a down-to-earth introduction to Christian education, providing core values, biblical principles, and historical and theological insight, as well as offering strategies for forming and educating persons in and through local congregations. The book addresses the full range of teaching (formal and nonformal) while orienting the reader to a number of social science insights and educational principles. Written for those first exploring educational ministry, the book introduces the reader to key terminology and insights through very accessible chapters. A great addition for anyone wanting to know more about the practice and process of Christian education.”

Sustaining Hope

Counseling, Grief & Mental Health

“McEwan and Good blend family narratives with theological reflection to provide a pastoral theology of friendship for persons with intellectual impairment and their families. While Australian in context, the insights offered invite a global readership. Weaving biblical, historical, and sociological frameworks around a renewed theological anthropology, the authors provide a sobering account of the challenges faced by families, alongside the responsibility of communities, and particularly congregations, to take seriously their responsibility to all God’s children.”

The Church and Work

Work, Money & Leadership

“Rather than abandoning work to the marketplace, Sweeden offers a theologically sound, congregationally sensitive treatment of work central to the Christian life. While providing a sound introduction to classic and contemporary definitions of work, Sweeden's unique contribution rests with his articulating work as a form of ecclesial practice, a compelling view that makes the book a necessary read.”