Stephen W. Rankin

Calling and Clarity

Work, Money & Leadership

“An eminently wise guide to a critically important subject, this book does precisely what needs doing in helping young people discern God’s calling; it integrates a careful reading of Scripture texts with a Trinitarian framework to shed light on life. . . . While reading with an analytical eye, I nonetheless found myself personally drawn into Doug Koskela’s gentle yet pointed observations, remembering myself as a college student and thinking what a tremendous gift it would have been to have this book in front of me. I highly recommend it!”

Christian History in Seven Sentences

History & Biography

“Jennifer Woodruff Tait has given us a real gift in Christian History in Seven Sentences. This slim volume is stuffed with substance. Along with the major narratives, it includes an amazing number of brief references that connect people, movements, and ideas, and prompt further reading. The book seamlessly weaves theological explanation and historical background, reinforcing the conviction that God's actions and human agency interact mysteriously and truly for God's great saving purposes. And it's all done through sparkling prose. Lay readers will find this book a helpful introduction to Christian history, and pastors needing a refresher, a joyful goad. This is the kind of work needed to help people grow deeply in the faith.”

The Conversation Matters, Second Edition

Theology

“I read the first edition of this book not long after it appeared in 1999 and heartily recommend this updated work. The additional two chapters, as the whole book does, combine clear instruction and gentle admonition. The writing is clear, and the tone is simultaneously prophetic and full of Christ’s love. Reading it is like sitting down with two wise friends who know exactly what we need to hear and have the courage to say it.”

Theological Theodicy

Theology

“This book addresses a timely, critically urgent, and complex topic. Daniel Castelo engages it with grace, humility, and deep understanding. Many books on theodicy read with philosophical detachment. Castelo writes as a Christian theologian fully committed to practicing discipleship. The questions he faces are no mere abstractions, but the stuff of life. Castelo knows exactly when to speak with bold clarity and when to remain reverently silent. Anyone who reads this book will do so with great profit.”