Martha Moore-Keish

A Reasonable Belief

Apologetics

“With calm clarity, Bill Greenway invites us to think anew about the utterly reasonable character of Christian faith. After tracing the historical shifts that led to our modern secular condition, with its assumption that ‘faith’ is opposed to ‘reason’ and ‘nature’ to ‘spirit,’ Greenway argues that these dichotomies are inadequate. Instead, he draws from the theological turn in modern philosophy, especially the thought of Levinas and Marion, to show the necessity of another account to attend to the full range of human existence, including horrific evil and forgiveness. In the end, his call for ‘reasonable belief’ is actually a call to surrender ourselves to Love.”

Baptist Sacramentalism

Theology

“This subversive collection of voices from both sides of the Atlantic challenges popular Baptist theology by recovering a fuller appreciation of the sacraments. It is an important contribution not only to Baptist theology but also to broader ecumenical conversations on the sacraments and ecclesiology.”

Following Faith with P. T. Forsyth

Bible Studies & Devotionals

“With this volume, McKim adds to his collection of theological devotionals that render classical theologians accessible to a fresh audience. Both long-time readers of Forsyth and those coming to his writings for the first time will discover here good news of the ‘holy and injured God.’”

Full Darkness

Theology

“All of us who live in this world plagued by human violence and unending war, and all who care about the redemption of real, wounded human beings, need this book.”

Living Belief

Theology

“Though it has its origins in the college classroom, this volume will appeal to anyone interested in probing the basic questions of life in conversation with Christian wisdom. Who is ‘God,’ and what does such Holy Mystery have to do with this world, including us? The genius of Ottati’s work is this: he illuminates how theology is a source (rather than an obstacle) for piety and practical living. With story, song, and wry narrative style, he lures his readers into theological reflection that attends at once to the ordinary details of human life and to expansive wonder at the glory of God.”

Re-Forming the Liturgy

Preaching & Worship

“Biblical scholar, liturgical theologian, and prophetic preacher, Paul Galbreath offers a rich feast of essays in this volume. With equal parts erudition and passion, he calls us to attend in our worship to the biblical witness, the movement of the Spirit, and the groans of creation longing for redemption. Above all, he focuses always on how real-life communities might embody authentic Christian faith more fully, not just in church buildings, but beyond the walls, in the care for the earth as a place of God's presence.”

Reading Karl Barth

Theology

“Sharp, clear, and witty, in this introduction Chris Boesel invites all readers of Barth to a fresh appreciation for the value of his theology today. Longtime Barth readers will find refreshing return to the heart of the matter: the good news that God is for us—all of us—in and through Jesus Christ. Those new to or skeptical of Barth will discover how his theological orthodoxy leads to radical social critique and activism. A welcome word for a weary world!”

Remembrance, Communion, and Hope

Preaching & Worship

“Todd Billings has done it again. In the clear and heartfelt prose we have come to expect, he presents a constructive theological project in the ‘catholic-Reformed tradition’ that attends in equal measure to the importance of disciplined human action and to the sovereign and gracious activity of the triune God. Here he calls the church to renewal through deep engagement with the Lord’s Supper as the ‘true icon’ of the good news of Jesus Christ, the form of the gospel that we can taste and see. Take this book and savor it. It will do you good.”

Table and Temple

Theology

“author of Reading Backwards: Figural Christology and the Fourfold Gospel Witness“With the care of a scholar and the clarity of a master teacher, David Stubbs invites us into the ancient Jewish context that shaped the meal at the center of Christian worship. Employing figural reading of Scripture, he links five dimensions of eucharistic theology to their ancient roots in Jewish temple practices. At every step, he attends to the practical implications of his scholarly historical and theological discoveries. Above all, Stubbs seeks connections everywhere: connection of Christians to our common Israelite and Jewish history, Christians to one another, people to creation, and creation to the living triune God. All these things, Stubbs argues, are—or ought to be—nourished at the common table.”

Worship with Gladness

Preaching & Worship

“Transdenominational, practical, and irenic. . . . Zimmerman offers a clear portrait of the complexity of worship in the current North American context and opens a path to reenvision worship that is rooted in baptism, inspired by Scripture, and full of gladness. Useful for worship leaders, worship committees, and students of all kinds.”