John Christopher Thomas

A Pentecostal Commentary on Revelation

Foreword

(wrote the foreword)

A Pentecostal Commentary on the Pastoral Epistles

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In this volume, Kay and Moxon join the ranks of other Pentecostal scholars in producing a commentary on the Pastoral Epistles. Whilst aware of and informed by the scholarly developments and debates surrounding 1–2 Timothy and Titus, the authors constantly read the biblical text with one eye on the Pentecostal and charismatic readers for whom they write. The appearance of their commentary is a welcome addition to Pentecostal commentaries on this portion of Scripture.”

An African Commentary on the Letter of James

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In this volume, Adewuya draws on his multi-decadal life in Africa, his vast international pastoral experience, and his impeccable academic New Testament training to produce an African commentary on the Letter of James. Offering a careful reading of the text, Adewuya draws heavily on the African reception (history) of James with much profit. By this means, the author pushes the global conversation about the New Testament forward in helpful and concrete ways.”

Holiness in the Letters of Paul

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Ayo Adewuya has put us all in his debt by offering the first substantive, comprehensive treatment of holiness in the writings of Paul. Demonstrating the essential role the multifaceted issue of holiness plays in Pauline thought, Adewuya's work necessitates a revising of previous work on the Pauline literature to fill the lacuna created by the absence of sustained attention to this vital aspect. His work is to be heartily commended and welcomed by all those working on the Pauline literature, as well as those interested in a biblical understanding of this often misunderstood subject.”

Jesus before Pentecost

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In this ambitious undertaking, William Atkinson seeks to identify the shape and contours of a Pentecostal study of the life of Jesus. Drawing heavily on his own Pentecostal context by means of the reception history of Jesus within early Finished Work Pentecostal literature, he sets forth an understanding of the person and work of Jesus from a Full Gospel perspective that focuses on Jesus as Savior, Holy Spirit baptizer, Healer, and soon-coming King, areas of enquiry that have often been underrepresented in the academy. Atkinson's pioneering work bears much fruit and will no doubt generate others of its kind.”

La Santidad en las Cartas de Pablo

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“«Tenemos una gran deuda con Ayo Adewuya por su sustancial y abarcador tratamiento de la santidad en los escritos paulinos. Al demostrar el papel multifacético de la santidad en el pensamiento de Pablo, obliga a la revisión de los trabajos anteriores y su negligencia en el trato de este aspecto vital dentro de la literatura paulina. Esta obra es lectura obligatoria para los estudiosos de Pablo, así como los que buscan una perspectiva bíblica acerca de un tema que ha sido tan malinterpretado».”

Latter-day Saint Theology among Christian Theologies

World Religions

“In this monumental work, Grant Underwood, drawing on decades of ecumenical experience, produces a good-faith effort that assists interested readers in understanding the similarities and differences between Christian theology broadly defined and Latter-day Saint theology. Using the former to set the theological agenda for the latter, Underwood’s work exhibits a genuine appreciation for the individual scholars and traditions that he engages. Eschewing the kinds of polemical approaches often found in theological comparisons between the Latter-day Saint tradition and other religious traditions, Underwood succeeds in producing a landmark publication that facilitates a better understanding of Latter-day Saint theology for those outside the tradition, as well as theological students located within it. Both the author and the publisher are to be commended for producing this fine volume.”

Out of My Mind

Theology

“In this courageous book, Wynand de Kock utilizes narrative as a tool to share his own remarkable faith journey and to model how narrative can function theologically in the construction and transmission of the faith. This engaging work is a moving example of narrative theology at its best. I am delighted to recommend it to other readers.”

Revelation

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Thomas Schreiner’s commentary is a welcome addition to the renaissance of study devoted to the Apocalypse over the last few decades. Among its strengths are an unswerving focus on the biblical text itself, a command of the relevant secondary literature without being controlled by it, a clear writing style, and a generous spirit of engagement with a variety of views and authors. The volume is destined to be a must-read for all serious students of Revelation.”

The Charismatic Theology of St. Luke

Theology

“In my opinion, Roger Stronstad's The Charismatic Theology of St. Luke is perhaps the most important biblical studies book ever written by a Pentecostal. Truly a seminal work, this slim volume caused a seismic shift in the terrain of pentecostal biblical scholarship, changing forever its fundamental character while sending tremors beyond the tradition in all directions. I am delighted that this exceedingly important piece will continue its well-deserved shelf life, extending its availability for readers old and new. My commendation to Baker Academic for issuing this valuable new edition.”

The Jewish Centaur

History & Biography

“Reminiscent of the sacred diarist Adrian Plass, Josh Rice's The Jewish Centaur is at one and the same time reverent and irreverent, comforting and troubling, humorous and sober, impulsive and reflective. In this vibrant set of narratives Rice offers a discerning look at how one young New Testament scholar and pastor makes sense and argues in favor of a distinctively Pentecostal approach to faith and ministry. Rice's work will no doubt serve as a model for others to reflect theologically about their own faith, whether Pentecostal or not.”