Frank D. Macchia
Theology
“Little attention has been paid to the influence of the Blumhardts on Karl Barth's theology. Collins Winn convincingly shows, however, that these Pietists have influenced Barth's theology at key points in its development. Displaying a masterful grasp of his subjects, Winn paints for us a portrait of both Barth and Pietism that upsets some long-held stereotypes. Those interested in Barth's theology or Pietism cannot afford to ignore this book.”
Ethics, Culture & Social Issues
“"This book can be seen as a manifesto for a progressive North American Pentecostalism that connects the freedom of the Holy Spirit granted at Pentecost with social liberation and renewal. One finds a number of essays here that break through deprivation theories and assumptions concerning the inherently otherworldly nature of Pentecostalism to uncover another, much more liberating direction to the movement. This book is a must read for theologians, social scientists, religious historians, and anyone interested in the social witness of the churches.”
A Shorter Guide to the Holy Spirit
Theology
“This wonderful book on the Holy Spirit is concise yet expansive in its range of issues and its choice of dialogue partners. Ideal for use in the classroom, but also sure to be of interest to the pastor and the scholar. A rare accomplishment.”
Christian Living
“How do the idyllic promises of Psalm 23 apply to life in all of its brokenness? April Westbrook’s masterful reflection on Psalm 23 answers this question in a way that challenges our illusions of self-sufficiency at their core. ‘God is with us’ is alone our constant source. This is a book that you will read and read again, and then tell others about. It’s that good!”
Christian Understandings of the Trinity
Theology
“The doctrine of the Trinity is complex, but this guide to the history of this doctrine provides both the novice and the more advanced alike a wonderfully clear path through the thickets.”
Theology
“I am thrilled to see this new edition of Pinnock's classic on pneumatology appear with Daniel Castelo's brilliant commentary at key points in the text. Castelo raises issues important for contextualizing and thinking further about the points raised by Pinnock. I can't wait to use this in the classroom.”
Theology
“This is a marvelous book and long overdue. The secular/sacred divide has long crippled our appreciation for the deep and compelling mystery of divine beauty in our world. How do we encounter it? How can we describe it? Rybarczyk clearly and penetratingly moves the reader through the entire history of this topic among towering theological figures in search of an answer. You will find his discussion downright fascinating.”
History & Biography
“Shane Clifton is a phenomenally gifted writer . . . [H]is words allow you to feel his genuinely human struggle for life and meaning. I kept reading passages aloud to my wife, sometimes through tears, and other times through laughter. Read it! Shout it from the rooftops! This book will change you.”
Theology
“Veli-Matti Karkkainen not only grants introductory readers a wonderfully clear and broad exposure to Christian theology, but he also helps them locate it within the larger world of religious and scientific thought. Readers from all walks of life will learn in these pages that theology can be both faithful to its sources and relevant to a broad spectrum of conversation partners.”
Theology
“Welker offers us a truly embodied vision of the human spirit as it reaches for God, but he does so from the context of what various disciplines tell us about the complex dangers and possibilities of life as it is actually lived. He has made natural theology an engaging topic of interest again.”
In Search of the Spirit: Selected Works, Volume One
Biblical Studies & Commentaries
“Jack Levison’s masterful work will invite you to take seriously the biblical roots of Christian pneumatology. The result is an invitation to think about pneumatology first from below, from the core of all that is meant to be human, rather than from the heights of trinitarian dogma. This is a provocative read from start to finish.”
In Search of the Spirit: Selected Works, Volume Two
Biblical Studies & Commentaries
“Jack Levison’s masterful work will invite you to take seriously the biblical roots of Christian pneumatology. The result is an invitation to think about pneumatology first from below, from the core of all that is meant to be human, rather than from the heights of trinitarian dogma. This is a provocative read from start to finish.”
Johann Christoph Blumhardt, Life and Work
History & Biography
“Until recently, Blumhardt has appeared as a mysterious figure. This has now changed with Dieter Ising's clearly-written and thorough biography . . . The result is a vivid portrayal of a man set clearly in the context of his life and times and speaking to us today in ways that challenge our own ways of thinking. This biography must not be overlooked by anyone interested in contemporary theology or pastoral care, especially with the healing message so popular in the churches of the Southern Hemisphere. I enthusiastically recommend it.”
Theology
“Neumann has given us a helpful exploration into how pentecostal theologians deal with the role of experience . . . Those interested in pentecostal theology, or broader issues concerning the role of experience in theological method, will find a feast of insight in this book.”
Pentecostal Perspectives on Social Justice
Ethics, Culture & Social Issues
“Anyone interested in a pneumatological theology of social justice can’t afford to ignore this brilliant treatment of the subject by Thomas Kurt. Writing from a Pentecostal context, Kurt wisely chooses Jürgen Moltmann as his dialogue partner. The result is an approach to social justice that is both timely and immensely informative.”
Theology
“Steven Félix-Jäger's book is a penetratingly insightful theology of Pentecostal worship that focuses on Christ's abundant outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost and the human participation in the divine life that it invites and enables. His insights and theological method have broad ecumenical relevance. This was a truly delightful read for me.”
Theology
“David Trementozzi grants us a long overdue pneumatological soteriology that places its accent right where it belongs—embodiment. If the reader’s notion of faith or of salvation starts with rational acceptance of theological propositions, then read this excellent book, and get ready to be challenged!”
Theology
“A constructive theology of the divine apatheia? Such might seem to be inconsistent with the dominant accent of Christian theology today on divine suffering and vulnerability, but Daniel Castelo begs to differ. Rather than define apatheia as "apathy," as is commonly done, Castelo understands the term to point to the divine transcendence that explains the victory of the resurrection. Apatheia is then used creatively to support a vision of divine suffering as voluntary and redemptive in nature. Most intriguing is his vision of the Spirit-filled life as a participation in Christ's voluntary suffering for the other. I highly recommend this book to scholar and pastor alike. Once you start it, you won't be able to put it down.”
The End of All Things Is at Hand
Theology
“Dare we hope for new creation in the self-giving of the triune God? Kärkkäinen boldly proposes that we must dare to hope to experience the full meaning of life in the present. He then develops the particulars of his reflection in conversation with both science and Islam! This brilliant reflection shows us once again why Kärkkäinen is one of the leading theologians of our time.”
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