Susan R. Garrett

A Companion to Philemon

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Lewis Brogdon’s reading of the Epistle to Philemon as a call for "inclusive koinonia" is highly readable, yet quite radical in its implications for the church. Brogdon shows how—for two millennia—we have read this letter in a way that uncritically rationalizes and sanctifies oppressive norms, institutions, and practices. His counterargument that Paul wrote the letter to subvert Philemon’s exclusion of Onesimus and other slaves from Christian fellowship makes better sense of the historical and exegetical evidence, and helps us to see the gospel that has for so long been hiding in plain sight!”

Bringing the Word to Life

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Scripture comes to life and lives change when Richard Ward and David Trobisch perform it. Here they teach others to bring God's word to people in a way that rivets and regenerates speaker and hearers alike. Under their guidance both the performance and the process of preparation serve to convey Scripture's power. . . . An awesome resource for worship, preaching, and biblical exegesis in church, college, or seminary settings.”

Conflict in Luke

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In Conflict in Luke, Jack Dean Kingsbury enables us to hear afresh the story of Luke's Gospel — a story in which conflict catalyzes development and change. Writing with his usual care and clarity, Kingsbury traces Jesus' ongoing conflict with the forces of Satan, wtih religious authorities, and even with his own disciples. Kingsbury's effort magnifies our appreciation of the complexity, beauty, and theological depth of the Third Gospel. His literary critical approach has born fruit that many readers — especially pastors and students — will find quite delectable.”

Eerdmans Commentary on the Bible

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“The Eerdmans Commentary on the Bible will be a rich and enduring resource for all who seek to understand the Bible in its literary, historical, and theological dimensions. The essays on biblical books are written by highly respected scholars and present the best fruits of recent research in ways that are engaging and persuasive. Moreover, the wide-ranging introductory articles will serve everyone from beginning students of Scripture to scholars wanting to refresh their knowledge. Recommended for churches, students, pastors, and scholars.”

Filled with the Spirit

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Filled with the Spirit has many virtues, but two deserve special mention. First, Levison treats a wider array of biblical and other ancient sources on the spirit than any predecessor, and does so with uniformly deep knowledge and insight. Second, he persuasively shows how ideological and cultural factors have shaped the history of scholarship on this topic and continue to influence our reading today.”

Out of Season

Preaching & Worship

“Preachers, seminarians, new disciples and old: come with your hands and hearts open, because in this book Luke Timothy Johnson gives bread, not a stone, to all who ask. In sermon after sermon, Johnson graciously expounds Scripture’s word about God’s claim on every aspect of our lives. But be ready, for in Johnson’s telling, this word not only nourishes—it also convicts and lays bare the very secrets of our hearts.”

Prima Scriptura

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Prima Scriptura does not stop with its crystal clear, step-by-step instruction; it also guides the reader into informed reflection on the hermeneutical issues that all interpreters face. The work is sophisticated yet accessible, serious yet lively, faithful yet critical. Packed with useful resources, this book is what ministerial and doctoral students need and what their exegesis teachers have been looking for.”

Rethinking the Unity of Luke and Acts

“Parsons and Pervo argue that singular authorship of Luke and Acts (which they accept) does not automatically imply generic, narrative, and theological 'unity.' Their challenge to rethink each of these issues is concise, well-informed, engagingly written, and should stimulate interesting discussion among students of the Lukan writings.”

Seven Secrets of the Spirit-Filled Life

Theology

“With wit, insight and clarity, Jack Levison speaks to Christians young and old who yearn for a sense of connection to God. Drawing from the Bible, Christian tradition and everyday life, Levison shows us secrets that can help us kindle (or rekindle) fervor and hope in our Christian discipleship.”

The Narrative Unity of Luke—Acts

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In this 'new kind of commentary,' Tannehill eschews discussion of the historical questions that interpreters of Acts have regarded as central. . . . Acts is studied as a story that uses particular literary techniques to influence its readers. . . . The work will stand alongside more traditional commentaries on Acts for many years to come. It will be of great value to scholars, pastors, and students alike.”