Stephen R. Spencer

A History of the Sisterhood of the Holy Nativity

History & Biography

“A History of the Sisterhood of the Holy Nativity is a thorough and sympathetic account of a remarkable religious community. It joins a growing collection of recent histories of religious communities founded in the wake of the Oxford Movement, communities that have made a significant impact on mission broadly understood within the Anglican tradition. Sheryl Kujawa-Holbrook has done a wonderful job in the telling of their story and has filled a gap in accounts of the development of the Episcopal Church.”

Backgrounds to Dispensationalism

Theology

“Bass's extensive research in a daunting mass of primary materials and his careful analysis of the theological developments provide welcome insight into this prominent theological tradition.... He is a significant source for Darby's theology and its enduring force on later dispensationalism.”

Contested Contextualization

Theology

“This book is a significant step forward in the discussion of the dynamics of church growth. Arising out of qualitative research in some growing churches in the North of England and through engagement with a number of recent academic voices, it deepens our awareness of the ecology of growth.”

Heaven Is a Place on Earth

Christian Living

“Michael Wittmer deftly guides the church to the earthly implications of confessing Jesus and calls us to joyous, obedient service for God in this world. We do well to learn from him and teach others also.”

Reformed Dogmatics, 4 Volumes

Theology

“Herman Bavinck has often been unjustly overshadowed by Abraham Kuyper, especially in the English-speaking world. The unavailability in English of his crowning work, Gereformeerde Dogmatiek, has been a particularly significant lack. Bavinck's breadth, thoroughness, rigor, ecumenical interests, and spiritual fervor are clearly on display in this careful and readable translation. It is a splendid gift to theological studies and will contribute to redressing the neglect of this faithful servant of Christ and his church.”

Slaves, Women & Homosexuals

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“The book is well focused, thoroughly researched, carefully argued, meticulously fair to differing views and profoundly biblical. I find it very persuasive.”

The Devoted Life

History & Biography

“Despite the Puritans' profound contributions to the doctrine and disciplines of the Christian life, we have few reliable introductions to their works. These insightful, accessible and critically appreciative essays enlarge our hearts and nurture us in living coram deo.”

The Dispensational-Covenantal Rift

Theology

“Todd Mangum provides a long-needed account of the polarization of dispensationalism and covenant theology. Such intense antagonism usually betrays a family relationship, and Mangum shows that this debate is no exception. His careful historical research and insightful theological analysis should help to reframe the conversation between these traditions.”