Mark Noll

The Decline of African American Theology

Theology

Foreword

“It is remarkable that, to my knowledge, there has never been a book that attempts what Thabiti Anyabwile's The Decline of African American Theology attempts. For historical purposes, the book makes an unusually valuable contribution with its full account of the course of African American Christian thought. Theologically, it makes another signal contribution with its critique of the general development of that thought. For both historical and theological reasons, this is a very important volume. . . . Because I have already learned so much from its pages, I am delighted to recommend it wholeheartedly to others.”

The Dispensational-Covenantal Rift

Theology

“This book sheds welcome light on an episode of American church history that is as important as it has been neglected. It offers much for those concerned about either American Presbyterian history or the broader story of evangelicalism in the United States.”

The Evangelical Imagination

History & Biography

“Karen Swallow Prior wants evangelicals to think carefully about how they think, particularly to understand how much we as evangelicals take for granted in the metaphors we use, the assumptions we make, and the conventions we follow. The book brings together the history of evangelicalism, Prior’s expertise in Victorian literature, and sensitive analysis of the present moment into an indictment of the ‘evangelical imagination,’ but an indictment with hope because of evangelical engagement with the gospel.”

The Everlasting People

Arts & Literature

“Matthew Milliner's careful exploration of Native American history and current circumstances draws unexpected inspiration from the works of G. K. Chesterton. Chesterton, who made only two short visits to the United States, turns out to have addressed themes that for Milliner illuminate Indigenous experience with unusual force. Art, history, contemporary reflection, and theology combine to make this a work of rare and sparkling insight.”

The Excellent Empire

History & Biography

“Jaroslav Pelikan ranged so widely in his exploration of historic Christian traditions, and his work probed so deeply, that it is a real boon to see Wipf and Stock bringing some of his books back into print. They were excellent reading when they first appeared; they remain excellent reading today.”

The Fabric of Theology

Theology

“If American evangelicalism is to survive as a Christian movement (as distinct from a social, political, or even religious movement), it will need a rejuvenation of theology. Richard Lints ably points the way to that goal in this thought-provoking book. By assessing the enduring contribution of the epoch-making theologians like Luther, Calvin, and Jonathan Edwards, as well as by drawing attention to neglected voices like Geerhardus Vos, Lints provides models to renew the theological enterprise. Even more, he shows the altogether-healthy realization that theology worthy of the name can never be separated from life.”

The First Thanksgiving

History & Biography

“Tracy McKenzie's clearly written and thoughtfully accessible book should be read with appreciation by a wide audience. It combines solid historical treatment of early American Thanksgivings with a perceptive understanding of historical method in general, and it does so by underscoring the profound Christian stake in history. It is one of those rare books that is perfectly suited for young readers but also of real value to those of us who have been around for a long time.”

The Genesis of Liberation

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In this superb book, Emerson Powery and Rodney Sadler make a landmark contribution to antebellum American history that also illuminates general considerations of biblical interpretation. They document in sharp detail the scriptural engagement of well-known black leaders like Richard Allen and Frederick Douglass, but also important lesser-known igures like Solomon Bayley and William Anderson. In so doing they explain how the King James Version, which many white Americans used to defend slavery, became a book of great encouragement—for worship, obedience, and liberation—among African Americans. Although others have opened up parts of this story before, Powery and Sadler’s book is now the gold standard for one of the most important developments in American religion and American history.”

The Genevan Réveil in International Perspective

History & Biography

Foreword

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The Globalization of Christianity

Theology

“The rapidly shifting character of world Christianity demands active responses as well as intense scrutiny. This collection of essays adds significantly to awareness even as it challenges to action. The integration of Canada in the picture is a particularly welcome feature of this thought-provoking book.”

The Godless Constitution and the Providential Republic

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“This book offers a penetrating assessment of the history, recent judicial decisions, and deeper considerations attending the intersection of American law and belief in God. Its conclusion, that ‘only a god can save us’ from contemporary confusions, is persuasively argued. Even more compelling is the exacting care with which the book parses the crucial but contested phrases describing that intersection: neutrality, pluralism, agnostic atheism, agnostic theism, secularism, providentialism, public atheism, liberalism, and more.”

The Great Tradition of Christian Thinking

Discipleship & Christian Education

“David Dockery and Timothy George are veterans of long and distinguished service in both church and academy. The wisdom they bring to their recommendation of the Christian intellectual tradition is biblical, seasoned, experienced, trustworthy, and encouraging. It is a book to enjoy both in itself and as a welcome guide to much, much more.”

The History of Christian Thought

History & Biography

“Scholars and other interested readers will appreciate the succinct, authoritative work of Jonathan Hill in this book. Serious differences now exist on how best to relate the history of Christian thought, but Hill does good work with how he has chosen to tell the story.”

The Hope of the Gospel

Discipleship & Christian Education

“Against those who would give up on the identifier ‘evangelical,’ Mark Young pushes back with a vision of evangelical theological education in which the gospel is at the center. For the five young leaders the book addresses, as well as to all with ears to hear, Young makes good in showing why a return to the gospel opens wide a doorway of hope.”

The Idea of a Christian School

Discipleship & Christian Education

“Tom Stoner’s ‘idea’ of Christian schooling begins by stating an immediate goal (enabling children to flourish), explains how it can be implemented (providing a unified life-vision based on Christian faith and values), and ends with the ultimate goal (bringing glory to the living God). With welcome realism alongside insights gained from hard-won experience, the book shows convincingly how combining academic training, Christian perspective, and spiritual formation in a supportive school environment can make the ‘idea’ become a reality.”

The Making of the New Spirituality

World Religions

“Once in Western societies to be 'religious' was to be 'Christian.' Why that is no longer the case is the subject of James Herrick's compelling new book. It is a volume that both raises key questions and clarifies 'the spiritual' in an unusually helpful way.”

The Mestizo Augustine

History & Biography

“In a particularly insightful study, Justo González both introduces the breadth of St. Augustine's thought to modern readers and explains why his theology should be considered mestizaje (characterized by in-between-ness). Augustine—as both Roman and African, as a mediator between early Christianity and medieval Christianity—becomes a potent model for the many others, like González himself, who stand between worlds, cultures, and perspectives. It is a fine book.”

The Missionary Movement from the West

Evangelism & Missions

“A feast full of the wisdom, insight, and (yes) wit so characteristic of Andrew Walls’s landmark essays. . . . It is vintage Andrew Walls, and therefore a book to read, savor, ponder, and read again.”

The Mystical Presence

Theology

Foreword

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The Rapture of Michael Pryor

Fiction

“Mix together credible science fiction, challenges confronting an intrepid journalist, family anguish over infertility and infidelity, primers on several styles of Buddhism and types of Christian theology, . . . and perhaps even the end of the world—and you have The Rapture of Michael Pryor. With a compelling plot to draw you in, intriguing fantasy to make you think, and enough well-informed philosophy to keep things serious, the result is a terrific book.”