Kenneth J. Turner

Frigatebirds, Sea Lions, and Darwin

Science & Faith

“This book discusses exegesis, theology, science, faith, culture, and politics. But it is not a theological treatise, cultural apologetic, political manifesto, or deconstruction story. It is a memoir that brings the reader along on a personal faith journey where family vacations and conversations prompt maturing, nuancing, rethinking, and freshly exploring a truly Christian response to controversial issues like evolution and ecology. A helpful reflection—and makes me want to visit the Galapagos Islands!”

The Book of Deuteronomy, Chapters 1–11

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This new edition exemplifies all that makes NICOT the leading OT commentary series: sane text-critical analysis; exegetical rigor; a deep, wide, and up-to-date engagement with the scholarly literature; and theological sensitivity and relevance. Having read dozens of commentaries and countless other works on Deuteronomy—with a few publications of my own—I still learned a lot from Arnold. More importantly, my love for the book was reignited as Arnold unpacked God’s revelation through the voice of Moses.”

The Liturgy of Creation

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Exegetically rigorous, theologically sophisticated, pastorally sensitive, and apologetically relevant, The Liturgy of Creation does three essential things as it delves into Israel's festivals and cultic calendar. First, it illumines the ancient Israelite understanding of time and rhythm, which ties together cultic life with daily (agricultural) life (i.e., worship and work). Second, it makes a compelling argument that the relatively few specific dates in the Pentateuch must be read through the lens of Israel's cultic calendar to evoke liturgical memory and commemoration. Third, the book applies this larger framework to Genesis 1, treating the creation week as a festival calendar narrative to help Israel 'remember God's work and God's rest through their own weekly labors and worship.' The thesis is reasonable and interesting, and it yields fruitful results (or talking points at least) for modern origins discussions—especially since this study comes from a pastor (in a conservative denomination, no less), whose intent is to speak directly to the concerns of the church.”