Timothy J. Sandoval

Living in the Language of God

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“More than a piece of heady biblical scholarship on the prophets, Bailey offers a genuine contribution to the theological-ethical interpretation of Scripture that pastors and scholars concerned with the lives of communities of faith will do well to attend to. Out of his study of the Twelve, Bailey articulates a kind of piety for contemporary congregations to adopt in the midst of a world that has seen the Christian church's privileged cultural position disappear.”

Scripture, Our Comadre

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“For many students and readers, the prospect of critical biblical study can feel intimidating. In this accessible and encouraging guide, Magallanes-Tsang offers a personal, honest, and practical invitation into the world of academic biblical interpretation. Drawing from her experience as a Latina Pentecostal scholar, she demonstrates that the skills needed for faithful interpretation are often the very skills readers already use in navigating their everyday lives and communities. Yet this book is more than an introduction to exegesis. It is an invitation to approach Scripture with intellectual curiosity, spiritual openness, and deep trust in God's presence. Readers need not be Latina or Pentecostal to benefit from Magallanes-Tsang's distinctive perspective. All that is required is a love for Scripture, attentiveness to the Spirit, and a desire to hear God's voice speaking through the biblical text to both individuals and communities. Along the way, Scripture and Spirit emerge as trusted comadres (co-mothers), guiding readers into deeper understanding and faithful engagement with the Bible.”