Mark Thiessen Nation

A Faith Not Worth Fighting For

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“This book addresses the predictable questions posed to pacifists. Having spoken publicly hundreds of times and in varied contexts on pacifism, I know this. However, having read widely on the subject of the Christian faith and violence, I also know that this book is a rare treat. For it offers mature, carefully considered reflections on this standard set of issues. This is almost unheard of; this book is a valuable resource.”

Beyond Cutting Edge?

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“This informed and incisive book not only shows that Yoder is relevant for thinking about technology but also casts new light on Yoder's work by bringing it into dialogue with some of the best writings on the subject. Much in the book will spark needed conversations, both about Yoder and our discerning use of technologies. I was quite taken with Heidebrecht's insightful critique of Yoder as engineer of the life of the church. A valuable book.”

Church and World

History & Biography

“There is no debate that significant shifts happened in theology, ethics, and the relationship of church and world following the advent of Constantine as the first ‘Christian emperor.’ The only debate is how we are to understand these changes. This carefully researched and well-organized book is ideal to move this conversation forward. Even where readers disagree—and at places I certainly do—Schmidt carries the discussion forward through a careful naming of the pertinent issues.”

Consistently Pro-Life

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“Many have noted that in our 'time between the times' we have much to learn from the ecumenical consensus in the early church. Others have called us to attend to the 'ancient-future' practices of the church for a revitalization of current Christian worship. Some have even reminded us that grace and good works cannot, according to the early church, be separated. However, almost no one has reminded us as clearly as has Rob Arner, in this compelling and wonderfully written book, that if we are to be true to the substance of the teachings of the Ancient Church, true to the Spirit by which it was animated, then we must recover their commitment to a Consistently Pro-Life theological ethic.”

On Being the Church of Jesus Christ in Tumultuous Times

Theology

“These essays and sermons underscore what was already obvious in Jones's earlier systematic theology: this is a brilliant theologian. But more than that, they evidence a theologian willing to take risks, willing to engage the most contentious issues of the day. This is theology that is relevant without being trendy, prophetic while being compassionately connected to real, everyday life. What a wonderful feast of theological reflection!”

Participating Witness

Theology

“Critiquing the sometimes arrogant, martyr-fueled dimensions of his own tradition while discerningly mining ecumenical writings, Siegrist offers an unapologetic yet generous-spirited Anabaptist theology. More specifically, his argument culminates in a richly textured theological account of baptism that counters thin, 'merely' symbolic, and voluntarist accounts. One can only hope this very helpful book will provoke needed conversations.”

Performing the Faith

Theology

“Never totally predictable. Always a fresh perspective. And yet once again in these essays--on narrative, politics, Bonhoeffer, and the church--we hear the engaging, discerning, and brilliant voice we have come to know as Stanley Hauerwas.”

The Activist Impulse

History & Biography

“This is a very timely and helpful set of essays. It is timely because more than a few evangelicals are finding themselves attracted to Anabaptism. It is helpful because this set of essays offers many avenues through which to explore the tensions and intersections between these two traditions.”

The Distinctive Identity of the Church

Theology

“Ever since I first read the writings of Lesslie Newbigin I knew there was considerable overlap between his thought and that of Yoder. I also believed that comparing the thought of both could be illuminating. And now Nikolajsen has shown how incredibly illuminating the comparison, and the interweaving, of both is. This book was a great idea and unfolds the central claims with considerable acumen--offering tremendous insight for Christians who desire to be missional in our post-Christendom world.”

The Politics of Yahweh

Theology

“"This wonderful book is all I hoped for--and more. Nugent clearly knows Yoder's thought extremely well. With considerable intelligence and discernment, he has shown the vital importance of the Old Testament roots of The Politics of Jesus. But more than that, he has written a book that has great relevance for all Christians interested in the relationship between the Testaments, especially as related to the subject of peace.”

The Word Became Flesh

Theology

“Orthodox and radical? Natural and in sync with (the radical ethics of) the Word made flesh? Yes, says David Griffin in this well-written and challenging book. Just at the moment when there seems to be an uptake in interest in natural law and questions raised about whether orthodoxy can fit with radical, Christ-centered ethics, this book sheds much-needed light on the subject. What a timely intervention, opening up fresh angles on age-old subjects.”

Theology of Culture in a Japanese Context

Theology

“The influence of the theologies of John Howard Yoder and Stanley Hauerwas now spans the globe. Fujiwara has shown, in this significant work, that any thoughtful deliberations regarding Christianity and culture--including a culture as different from the US as Japan--should include a serious consideration of the thought of Yoder and Hauerwas.”