Robert Banks

Christianity in the Greco-Roman World

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This is, quite simply, the most accessible, engaging and helpful introduction to the wider world of the earliest Christians that is available. It is achieved through a mixture of imaginative narrative evocations, thoughtful socio-cultural descriptions and careful, nuanced interpretations of relevant biblical texts. The result is not just an excellent introduction to, but an immersion in, the life and times of the earliest believers, one that brings the NT to life for our times as well.”

Creed without Chaos

Theology

“A thorough evaluation of Sayers's theological contribution is long overdue. In recent years, attention has been paid to important features of her life, literary work, and fictional writings. This volume, the fruit of more than a decade of investigation into Sayers's thought, draws on the full range of both her creative writings and her informative letters. In doing so, it further enhances Sayers's reputation as one of the twentieth century's most significant and vigorous apologists for the Christian faith.”

Faith Dilemmas for Marketplace Christians

Work, Money & Leadership

“"These case studies are about situations people regularly confront in various positions of responsibility. They involve a clash of Christian values and not just competing claims between the world and the church. Includes helpful questions and relevant Scriptures. For discussion groups in the congregation or the workplace.”

Radical Renewal

Church Leadership & Ministry

“"Important books do not die . . . all they need is a little dusting and polishing to become as vital and challenging as their first appearance. So it is with this . . . revision. Not only is it just as relevant, but given the changes taking place in society and the current state of the church, it is even more timely and necessary.”

Removing the Dragon Skin

Christian Living

“One mark of C. S. Lewis’s achievement is the number of insightful books inspired by him that keep appearing. Removing the Dragon Skin records his transformative impact on the author’s life and thought, especially with respect to the problem of low spiritual self-esteem. He explores both the causes of, and remedies for, this common disabling condition, and shows how overcoming it can lead to a more profound love for God. The highest praise I can give this book is that it is one, I think, Lewis himself would have enjoyed reading!”

Reviewing Leadership

World Religions

“The Engaging Culture series is designed to help Christians respond with theological discernment to our contemporary culture. Each volume explores particular cultural expressions, seeking to discover God’s presence in the world and to involve readers in sympathetic dialogue and active discipleship. These books encourage neither an uninformed rejection nor an uncritical embrace of culture, but active engagement informed by theological reflection. To our friend and mentor, Max De Pree, who taught us a great deal about leadership through his writings, example, and influence.”

Roman House Churches for Today

Bible Studies & Devotionals

“It is rare to find original ideas, rigorous research, and contemporary application combined in one volume. This is exactly what Reta Halteman Finger has done, also including stimulating questions for individual or group study. I highly recommend this book for use in Bible studies, cell groups, house churches, base communities, and emerging churches — and for all who wish to align their gatherings more with the spirit and impact of the earliest Christian congregations.”

Seven Days of Faith, 2d Edition

Christian Living

“The first appearance of Stevens’s book over forty years ago was one of the seminal explorations of a spirituality of everyday life. It was an important companion to the emerging theology of everyday life that emphasized the divine vocation of every Christian in their home, work, and leisure. . . . Since too many Christians are still influenced by a spirituality adapted from a clerical or monastic model, this new edition is both welcome and needed.”

Steward Leadership in the Nonprofit Organization

Work, Money & Leadership

“An essential read for anyone involved or interested in leadership. From his practical experience and Christian reflection, Kent Wilson uncovers the foundational importance of the biblical metaphor of stewardship, develops the contribution of earlier writers on the subject, from Peter Block to Scott Rodin, and applies his findings to the work of nonprofit organizations. On the way he provides case studies of steward leadership in practice, examines the relationship between steward and servant leadership models, and clarifies the roles of board, executive and staff members. Overall, a major contribution.”

Theological Education

Discipleship & Christian Education

“This volume contains a wide-ranging set of contributions on evangelical theological education in Australia. It touches on biblical, historical, formational, cross-cultural, and educational dimensions of the topic. . . . While there is still much work to be done, this collection is a definite milestone along the way.”

Work Matters

Work, Money & Leadership

“This book is vintage Paul Stevens, bringing together his love of exposition of the Bible and his concern for faithfulness in the workplace. Over the years Stevens has been compiling a range of scriptural case studies that bring these together. Too often we forget that key biblical figures are not just spiritual but vocational role models, helping us to discern the nature of everyday as well as religious work. Indeed he does not distinguish between these, rightly regarding all work undertaken with Christian commitment as godly. The questions for reflection attached to each chapter make the book an excellent basis for discussion.”