George W. Stroup

Down to Earth

Theology

“Climate change may be the most urgent issue in the twenty-first century. Neither traditional nor contemporary Christian interpretations of creation provide an adequate basis for a response to this impending disaster. Down to Earth does. This insightful, eloquent book reconstructs the doctrine of creation by means of the categories of humility and hope. Every Christian should read this book.”

Groans of the Spirit

Preaching & Worship

“"Tim Slemmons argues passionately that the most important issues in preaching are theological. What is the significance for preaching of Isaiah's claim that God's ways are not our ways or of the New Testament's claim that Jesus Christ draws all people to himself but is also a narrow gate? Not just preachers, but all those concerned about faithful preaching will find much to ponder in these splendid essays.”

Reading the Two Books of God

“Reading the Two Books of God is a compelling argument for not reading Scripture and nature as though they had nothing to do with one another but understanding each in light of the wisdom offered by the other. . . . This beautifully written book will enrich both readers’ faith and their commitment to social justice for God’s good but imperiled earth.”

The Barmen Theses Then and Now

History & Biography

“Eberhard Busch makes an important contribution to our understanding of the events in Germany that led to the writing of the Barmen Declaration in 1934 — the response of a small group of Protestants to the emergence of Hitler and the Nazi Party. Even more importantly, Busch demonstrates the relevance of Barmen for many issues confronting the church today — such issues as the relation between Christians and Jews, the meaning of Christian freedom, the church and its mission, the role of the laity, and the task of the church in the political order. In Busch's able hands Barmen becomes a living voice that is no less important for the church today than it was for Christians in the 1930s.”

The Collected Sermons of David Bartlett

Preaching & Worship

“David Bartlett’s sermons reflect the deep learning of a New Testament scholar, the compassion of a careful interpreter of the human condition, and the fierce commitment to social justice of a prophet. Both those who preach and those who listen will learn much and will find their faith challenged and enriched.”

The Theologically Formed Heart

Theology

“These essays in honor of David Gouwens are a rich feast. They include something for everyone--academic theologians, leaders of congregations, Christians in the pews, and all those who believe that the exercise of the mind is inseparable from the nurture of the heart. They provocatively discuss developments in contemporary theology, issues in Reformed theology and the life of the church, and the continuing significance of the writings of Soren Kierkegaard. This is an excellent resource for college and seminary classes and adult education in the church.”