Howard R. Macy

A Long Walk, a Gradual Ascent

Evangelism & Missions

“A Long Walk, a Gradual Ascent is a magnificent history, grounded in rigorous research and written with uncommon clarity. The book effectively uses engaging stories about key persons and events to develop its themes. This careful account of a Bolivian church includes thoughtful exploration of issues of cross-cultural witness, missionary practice, indigenous development, and more. It should reward both those who study missions and those who have long loved this church.”

Illuminating Humor of the Bible

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Many readers don't see humor in the Bible, often because they don't expect it or don't know how to look for it. . . . Walker's solid, often detailed treatment will reward those willing to explore by identifying where the humor is, how it works, and how it can surprise us with new insights about living.”

What's So Funny About God?

Theology

“Steve Wilkens's What's So Funny About God? adds fresh insight to the study of religion and humor. It is playful, thought provoking, and generous with funny quotes and stories. Wilkens takes devices of humor such as incongruity, surprise, paradox, and reversal and uses them to explore theological themes and the church year, especially Christmas and Holy Week. He also opens out the funny features of the biblical stories of Abraham and Sarah, Jonah, Esther, and varied New Testament texts. The book demonstrates and invites us to new ways of thinking.”