| ISBN: | 9781786411235 |
|---|---|
| Imprint: | Langham Global Library |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Dimensions (mm): | 229 x 152 x 25 |
| Publication Date: | 31/08/2025 |
| Pages: | 488 |
| Language: | English |
Evangelicalism in Europe
Unity in Diversity
£29.99
What does the evangelical movement stand for? In the twenty-first century the term has become highly contested. In August 2024, the Fellowship of European Evangelical Theologians met for its biennial conference in cooperation with the European Evangelical Alliance to explore evangelical identity in Europe with particular emphasis on unity in diversity. This collection of essays, and invited additional chapters, was presented by national leaders and experts from across Europe. Addressing pertinent issues for the movement in their diverse contexts, the authors develop an evangelical theology, outline the movement’s history and current circumstances, and provide sociological analyses of evangelicals. This timely and important book shapes the future of evangelicalism, reminding its readers that what lies at the heart of it, no matter the location, is faithfulness to the gospel of Jesus Christ and rejoicing in the good news that it brings to humanity.
Endorsements
This book is a milestone for today’s evangelicals. It is not the first, and will certainly not be the last, book on the identity and mission of evangelicals in Europe, yet it has all the ingredients and information needed to refresh our interest in this topic and to challenge our views on our own form of Christianity.
Octavian D. Baban, PhD
Adjunct Professor of New Testament and Head of Department,
Baptist Theological Institute of Bucharest, Romania
This timely book clarifies what evangelicals are and surveys their presence in Europe today. It describes a spiritual phenomenon that is often misunderstood and is the perfect introduction to one of the most vital movements in the church today.
Gerald Bray, DLitt
Director of Research,
Latimer Trust, Cambridge, UK
This book is highly informative, well researched, eye-opening and at times provocative: those who want to understand evangelicals from the inside (and find an explanation for why evangelical Christianity is so difficult to place and describe) will not be disappointed.
Roland Deines, PhD
Vice Rector for Research, Professor of Biblical Theology and Ancient Judaism,
Internationale Hochschule Liebenzell, Germany
This is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the rich tapestry of evangelicalism across the continent. A must-read for theologians, pastors and lay leaders alike, it challenges and inspires readers to embrace the dynamic and transformative power of the gospel in a pluralistic world. Highly recommended!
Connie Duarte and Jan Wessels
General Secretaries, European Evangelical Alliance
Far from trying to offer a “one-size-fits-all” box for evangelicalism, this landmark collection of articles offers a balanced, varied, contextual and academic presentation of the tradition and current state of the movement.
Marvin Oxenham, PhD
General Secretary,
European Council for Theological Education
The present book is a creative and theologically solid attempt to understand European evangelicalism in a changed environment. After reading it, I feel more strongly that I want to be identified as part of the European evangelical family.
Einike Pilli, PhD
Rector, Estonian Free Church Theological Seminary
Chair of the Theology and Education Commission, European Baptist Federation
This is a remarkable volume that shows the strong connections that evangelicals have across Europe. It is a book to be read by anyone who is interested in Christian witness in Europe and who wishes to be both informed and challenged.
Ian Randall, PhD
Senior Research Associate,
Cambridge Centre for Christianity Worldwide, UK
This handbook supplies us finally with an answer to the question: what does “evangelical” mean? In thirty research-based, clearly written and insightful chapters this book presents the theology, the history, the spread and the relevance of European evangelicalism.
Herman Selderhuis, PhD
Professor of Church History,
Theological University Apeldoorn, Netherlands
At a time when, once more, the value of an “evangelical” identity is being called into question, here is a volume that demonstrates why and how such failures of confidence should be resisted.
Nigel G. Wright, PhD
Principal Emeritus,
Spurgeon’s College, London, UK
Table of Contents
- Foreword
- Identity, Unity and Diversity
- Introduction
- Part 1: Evangelical Theology
- 1 What Defines Evangelicalism?
- 2 Evangelicals and the Authority of Scripture
- 3 Evangelicals and the World
- 4 Evangelical Identity and Orthodox Perception
- 5 Evangelicals and Other Christian Traditions
- 6 The Challenge of Post-Evangelicalism and the Search for the Non-Negotiable
- 7 Nationalist and/or Populist Political Movements
- 8 The Place of Mission in Evangelical Identity
- 9 British Evangelicals: Towards a Public Theology of Racial Justice
- 10 The Elephant in The Room
Contributors
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