Rob Lister

Divine Impassibility

Theology

“Rigorous engagement with the doctrine of divine impassibility has experienced something of a resurgence in recent years. Though perhaps unfamiliar to many laypersons, the various assessments of this doctrine are of no little consequence to our faith and practice. The editors of this volume have assembled a premier group of authors, who in conversation with one another, have done a fine job of introducing and spelling out many of the aspects of the contemporary debate over divine impassibility in a manner that is not only lively and stimulating but also broadly accessible. Each of the four authors adeptly unpacks the hermeneutical, methodological, philosophical, historical, and theological commitments undergirding his perspective. In tracking those arguments, readers will not only gain a better understanding of each perspective on divine (im)passibility but they will also observe how each view intersects with other key doctrines and proposes practical benefits to our growth as Christians. The editors and authors of Divine Impassibility: Four Views of God's Emotions and Suffering have performed a great service in making this conversation available. I am not aware of a better on ramp for getting up to speed on the current discussion than this volume.”

Married for God

Marriage, Family & Relationships

“These days, stated goals concerning the essence of marriage are endless—and endlessly contradictory. Where to begin? With God, says Christopher Ash. Without this focus, things like good communication skills and agreement over finances—however important they may be—are not strong enough goods in themselves to overcome the void of not having God at the center. Just as we exist for him individually, so too do our marriages. I’m very thankful for this little book. I have consumed it deeply and will disseminate it widely.”

Tempted for Us

Theology

“John McKinley's Tempted for Us is a remarkable achievement! This would be true enough even if McKinley had only given us the fruits of his historical research, or only the achievement of his biblical interpretation. But perhaps the most unique value of his scholarship is the fact that his wedding together of historical research with careful exegesis of the relevant biblical materials very naturally gives rise to the most thoughtful and promising theological formulation. I suppose that I can give Tempted for Us no higher praise than simply to say that I am aware of no finer or more exhaustive treatment of the impeccability and temptation of Jesus.”