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hardcoverCommentary on John
Ancient Christian Texts
by Cyril of Alexandria
Translated by David R. Maxwell
Edited by Joel C. ElowskyIn the latest addition to the Ancient Christian Texts series, David Maxwell renders a service to students of patristics and New Testament studies alike. The first complete English translation of Cyril of Alexandria's Commentary on John since the nineteenth century, this volume unveils one of the brightest lights in the Alexandrian tradition.
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hardcoverProverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs
Reformation Commentary on Scripture
Edited by David Fink
In this volume of the Reformation Commentary on Scripture, Reformation scholar David Fink guides readers through a wealth of early modern commentary on Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs. Drawing upon a variety of resources, this volume provides resources for contemporary preachers, scholars, and readers.
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hardcoverSilence and Beauty
Hidden Faith Born of Suffering
by Makoto Fujimura
Foreword by Philip YanceyInternationally renowned artist Makoto Fujimura reflects on Shusaku Endo's novel Silence and grapples with the nature of art, pain and culture. Showing that light is yet present in darkness, he uncovers deep layers of meaning in Japanese history and finds connections to how faith is lived in contexts of trauma.
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paperbackSilence and Beauty
Hidden Faith Born of Suffering
by Makoto Fujimura
Foreword by Philip YanceyInternationally renowned artist Makoto Fujimura reflects on Shusaku Endo's novel Silence and grapples with the nature of art, pain and culture. Showing that light is yet present in darkness, he uncovers deep layers of meaning in Japanese history and finds connections to how faith is lived in contexts of trauma.
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paperbackChurch Forsaken
Practicing Presence in Neglected Neighborhoods
by Jonathan Brooks
Foreword by Sho BarakaRaised on the south side of Chicago, Jonathan Brooks moved as far away as possible as soon as he could. But through unforeseen events he found himself not only back in Englewood but also serving as a pastor and community leader. In this book he challenges Christians to be fully present in their communities, helping local churches rediscover that loving our neighbors means loving our neighborhoods.
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caseboundIntroducing Christian Mission Today
Scripture, History and Issues
by Michael W. Goheen
Michael Goheen gives us a full-scale introduction to mission studies today in its biblical, theological and historical dimensions. Goheen covers the full horizon of major issues in mission, including its global, urban and holistic contexts. This text shows how the missional church encounters the pluralism of Western culture and global religions.
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paperbackHumility Illuminated
The Biblical Path Back to Christian Character
by Dennis R. Edwards
Foreword by Marlena GravesTracing humility through Scripture, Dennis Edwards addresses common areas of leadership failure, applies biblical texts on humility to multiethnic ministry and justice work, and issues a compelling challenge to the church. Humility is not a tactic, and it's not just "being nice." It's a revolutionary path to follow the footsteps of Jesus.
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paperbackThe Living Church
Convictions of a Lifelong Pastor
by John Stott
John Stott describes the characteristics of an "authentic" or "living" church that conserves Scripture and radically combines tradition and that convention called "culture." He presents the Bible's wisdom with a teacher's skill and applies it with a pastor's heart. Stott shows that becoming a living church is not an impossible goal.
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paperbackMulticultural Ministry Handbook
Connecting Creatively to a Diverse World
BridgeLeader Books
Edited by David A. Anderson and Margarita R. Cabellon
David Anderson and Margarita Cabellon bring together an experienced team of practitioners to share best practices for multicultural ministry. Drawing on the pioneering expertise of Bridgeway Community Church and BridgeLeader Network, the contributors present a holistic and multifaceted portrait of what a dynamic, grace-filled and diverse ministry can look like in your church.
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paperbackChurch for Everyone
Building a Multi-Inclusive Community for Emerging Generations
by Daniel Kreiss and Efrem Smith
Diversity is a high value for younger generations—but too often, they’re not finding it in the church. This research-based, theologically informed, and practical book offers a wealth of practical experience and stories from the trenches of multiethnic ministry and holds out a vision for true diversity taken from the pages of Scripture.
