Books
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Word, Care, and Worship
ISBN: 9781786410573
£14.99
In this second volume by Dr. Peter Nyende, he outlines a biblical theology of pastoral ministry that highlights its vital importance and provides a comprehensive understanding of its fundamental goals and activities. Nyende identifies the three components of pastoral ministry in the Bible as preaching and teaching the word, caring for those in difficulty, and facilitating worship, thus...
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1 & 2 Thessalonians (A Life in Letters)
ISBN: 9781786410962
£9.99
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A Life in Letters explores the life and thought of Paul through the writings of other New Testament authors and himself. This narrative commentary explores Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians by placing them in the larger context of Paul’s life and ministry, and presenting Paul as a tangible, flesh and blood human, so readers can better understand the message of Thessalonians – that there is...
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Asians in Diaspora and Diasporas in Asia
ISBN: 9781786410382
£21.99
This collection of essays from leading scholars and seasoned practitioners explores the journeys of modern Asian diasporas from a Christian perspective. Addressing relevant issues contextually, the authors cover pertinent topics such as justice amongst migrant workers, immigration policies, and climate migration, while simultaneously reflecting on the biblical perspective of diaspora. Timely...
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Fujian
ISBN: 9781786411327
£19.99
Fujian, a province in southeast China with more than 40 million people, was considered an obscure region in the past, but the gospel has blazed such a pathway that by the 1920s Fujian contained more Christians than any other province of China. The home of key Chinese church leaders, including John Sung, Watchman Nee, and Leland Wang, the church in Fujian has impacted millions of people in...
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Henan
ISBN: 9781786411709
£19.99
With more than 18 million believers – the largest number in any province in China – Henan has emerged as the Christian heart and soul of the world’s most populated country. In this book, the fifth in the series, Hattaway records the many attempts to reach the people of Henan with the gospel.
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Xinjiang
ISBN: 9781786411716
£19.99
Xinjiang, a vast region in northwest China, has been much in the news in recent years because ofthe plight of more than one million Muslim Uyghur people there. But Xinjiang also has a long Christian history. Today there are nearly one million believers, mostly among the Han Chinese who have migrated into the region in recent decades. In this book, the sixth in the series, Hattaway focuses on...
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Shaanxi
ISBN: 9781786411723
£15.99
Shaanxi is the cradle of Chinese civilization. It was the southern terminus of the ancient Silk Road, and the first place in China to receive the gospel. Hattaway shows that Christians were in China centuries before the assumed earliest date of AD 635. During the missionary era there was slow growth, but today Shaanxi is home to more than three million followers of Christ. As storm clouds of...
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Hainan
ISBN: 9781786411730
£15.99
The southernmost Chinese province of Hainan was once nicknamed “the gateway to hell” because of its harsh, disease-ridden climate. God has transformed the island with a powerful revival that began in the 1990s, which has swept hundreds of thousands of people into the kingdom of God. This book is the eighth in Paul Hattaway’s series The China Chronicles.
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Metaphors the Church Lives By
ISBN: 9781786411013
£12.99
From the gospels, the Pauline epistles, and the Petrine letters, the authors help readers to engage with the conceptual content of biblical metaphors and how they shape our experiences and attitudes, so we can flesh them out for application in our own contexts.
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Empowering Voices
ISBN: 9781786410825
£15.99
Bringing together contributions from scholars across Africa, this book explores the challenges faced by African women theologians, from biased theological education to exclusionary practices in academia. Through a series of consultations and collaborative efforts, this book presents a balanced express of African evangelical theology and advocates for gender equity in theological institutions,...
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Character and Virtue in Practice
ISBN: 9781786410511
£19.99
In this companion workbook to Character and Virtue in Theological Education, Marvin Oxenham seeks to equip those who intentionally pursue character and virtue through an informed scholarly approach. Following a twenty-four-week programme, participants will find instruction, targeted application, Bible studies, prayer guidelines and practical activities that are aimed to nurture slow,...
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Shandong
ISBN: 9781786411082
£16.99
Paul Hattaway draws on thirty years’ experience in China and numerous interviews with church leaders to provide insights into how the living God brought about the largest revival in the history of Christianity. In a narrative full of jaw-dropping stories, The China Chronicles documents the acts of the Holy Spirit throughout China, where phenomenal growth has occurred in the furnace of intense...
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Guizhou
ISBN: 9781786411099
£15.99
Guizhou is home to more than 80 distinct tribes among the province’s 35 million people. God has powerfully reached several of these groups, but others still wait to hear of the Saviour of the world. Guizhou includes many vivid brief biographies of the extraordinary people who have been part of this remarkable story, painstakingly collected by the author over many years. This is the second...
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Tibet
ISBN: 9781786411167
£19.99
There are only tiny numbers of Tibetan Christians, but the ‘Roof of the World’ has a long and remarkable Christian history. Paul Hattaway recounts the stories of the many courageous, tenacious men and women who have attempted to exalt the Name of Jesus Christ in Tibet, against overwhelming odds and in the face of powerful spiritual forces. This is the fourth volume in The China Chronicles,...
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Zhejiang
ISBN: 9781786411143
£15.99
Zhejiang, a prosperous eastern province, is home to the highest percentage of Christians in China. This volume describes how God established His kingdom there. It is the third volume in The China Chronicles, which tells the modern history of the Church in China. The series is designed to inform the wider world of the astonishing work of the Holy Spirit in the world’s most populous country.
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Who Are You, and Who Am I?
ISBN: 9781786410252
£17.99
Who Are You, and Who Am I? provides an in-depth approach that makes accessible the knowledge needed for harmonious intercultural relationships, evangelism and discipleship. Hannes Wiher, a renowned missiologist, explores the concepts of worldview and identity, drawing on communication theory, philosophy, anthropology, theology and missiology, to bring the practicalities of both to life and...
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Justice and Rights
ISBN: 9781786410023
£16.99
In partnership with the Global Faculty Initiative, the Cross-Disciplinary Encounters with Theology series brings together global scholars from diverse academic disciplines in rounds of dialogue and response on key themes of the Christian faith. This first volume, Justice and Rights, brings world-renowned theologian Nicholas Wolterstorff into conversation with academics from across five...
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Exodus
ISBN: 9781786410320
£22.99
The poignant narrative of Exodus resonates with the present circumstances of the Chinese diaspora. This commentary delves into the concept of exodus, tracing its roots from the biblical exodus to its modern manifestation in the Chinese diaspora – “the new exodus.”
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Ecclesiology in Africa
ISBN: 9781786410245
£25.99
In this ninth volume, contributors present ecclesiology through the lenses of scriptural examinations, historical theology, systematic examinations, and practical theology, these essays work together to build a contemporary understanding of the burgeoning church in Africa through African voices.
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Territoriality and Hospitality
ISBN: 9781839737572
£22.99
In a world where religion is frequently viewed as a source of conflict and division, what can we learn from the harmonious coexistence of Christian and Muslim communities flourishing in Africa and elsewhere? This collaborative work, inspired by the life and legacy of Lamin Sanneh, seeks to highlight valuable lessons from the rich Christian and Muslim traditions of hospitality through bringing...
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The Branch Exposition of the Bible
ISBN: 9781839732126
£49.99
A great deal of biblical scholarship is written for academics and fails to edify readers or strengthentheir Christian ministry. Yet, Christians need to be nourished by the word of God so they can mature in faith and righteousness. Inspired by the words of the great reformer Martin Luther about shaking every branch of Scripture, and with experience in ministering across Africa, India and the...
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The Branch Exposition of the Bible Two-Volume Set
ISBN: BRANCHOTNTSET
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£74.99
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£89.98
A great deal of biblical scholarship is written for academics and fails to edify readers or strengthentheir Christian ministry. Yet, Christians need to be nourished by the word of God so they can mature in faith and righteousness. Inspired by the words of the great reformer Martin Luther about shaking every branch of Scripture, and with experience in ministering across Africa, India and the...
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Global Perspectives on Science and Christianity
ISBN: 9781839739880
£19.99
Bringing together scholars from six continents, this book explores the rich diversity of ways that Christianity engages with science, addressing how contextually distinctive issues are also vital to global discourse.
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Suffering and Persecution
ISBN: 9781786410344
£18.99
Rethinking Church in the 21st Century is the culmination of three years of exploration into the condition of the church around the world today. Bringing together a diverse community of Christian voices, these essays offer reflections and admonitions to ignite the hearts of pastors and leaders during the dynamic, vulnerable, and hopeful times we face. In this first volume, scholars and church...
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Africans in Diaspora and Diasporas in Africa
ISBN: 9781839739842
£22.99
From the days of historic slavery to modern times, Africans in pursuit of education, jobs, business, and safety, have created a vibrant global diaspora. This collection of essays from leading scholars and seasoned practitioners reveals the journeys of modern African diasporas from a Christian perspective. Timely and unprecedented, it reveals how God moves with African people, making himself...
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Exploring the New Testament in Asia
ISBN: 9781839737114
£20.99
This collection of essays offers theological reflections on New Testament themes from Asian perspectives, while addressing contextual issues in light of the New Testament. Touching on topics such as salvation, holiness, poverty, ethnic tensions, reconciliation, honoring elders, persecution, and hospitality, the scholars in this book demonstrate the importance of a varied contemporary context...
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Leading Well in Times of Disruption
ISBN: 9781839739859
£20.99
In today’s world, as we experience economic disparity and large-scale wars, the importance of good leadership has never been so vital. Leading Well in Times of Disruption seeks to understand and address the key shortcomings of mission organizations, and to provide a roadmap for leaders in global mission. Leadership development must not simply produce knowledgeable individuals, excellent in...
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Keeping Faith
ISBN: 9781786410351
£11.99
In Keeping Faith, the authors have combined their global experience in practical theology, running businesses and charities, and integrating faith and work to outline the key components of organisational faithfulness.
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Habakkuk and Zephaniah
ISBN: 9781839739767
£14.99
The books of Habakkuk and Zephaniah are God’s word to his people Israel at the lowest point in their history – the time of the Babylonian captivity. These two powerful books demonstrate that faith without faithfulness is an infantile fantasy. Written in accessible language, this volume speaks to all those who continue to desire God in life’s dark places and dark times, revealing Scripture’s...
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Good News from Latin America
ISBN: 9781839739286
£13.99
On the 100th anniversary of John Stott’s birth, Langham scholars honor this legacy and Stott’s holistic understanding of the gospel, as they bear witness to the good news of the kingdom of God and its justice in Latin America. Structured around the historical development and impact of the Reformation throughout the continent, this collection of essays addresses fundamental questions that stem...
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Job
ISBN: 9781839739590
£20.99
The book of Job engages with the issue of pain and suffering. Job asked the same question that we have probably asked a hundred times – why do the righteous suffer? In his pain, he decided to file a case against God, but he rescinded in a moment of truth. He realized God’s purpose for allowing pain was to have a deeper experience of the living God. This commentary expounds and explains how one...
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Galatians (A Life in Letters)
ISBN: 9781839739200
£7.99
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This narrative commentary explores Paul’s letter to the Galatians by placing it in the larger context of Paul’s life and ministry. Combining cultural and archeological research, Rev. Dr. Johannes W. H. van der Bijl draws together details from the book of Acts and the Pauline Epistles to offer us a unique glimpse into the real-life issues facing Paul, Barnabas, and the first-century church.
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Overcoming the World
ISBN: 9781839739279
£11.99
Yevgeny Ustinovich examines how the Fourth Gospel invites Christ’s followers into this same way of seeing, where the glory of God is found even in the most difficult of circumstances. He explores the relevance of this invitation for the contemporary church, as it seeks to minister to victims of war, abuse, persecution, and other forms of violence.
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Africa Bears Witness
ISBN: 9781839738920
£22.99
This remarkable collection of essays explores the role of African Christianity in God’s mission around the world. Engaging such wide-ranging topics as gender violence, globalization, Westernization, peacebuilding, development, Pentecostalism, urban missiology, theological education, and African Christianity in Europe, this volume ambitiously bridges the gap between academic and practitioner...
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Better than One
ISBN: 9781839735363
£14.99
This book offers the reader a robust theological understanding of loneliness and identifies five different types of loneliness – emotional, social, cultural, existential, and spiritual – and illustrates each type through well-known biblical narratives. Chornobai and Hrytsenko aim to equip all those suffering from loneliness – as well as those walking alongside them, whether pastors,...
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Salvation in African Christianity
ISBN: 9781839739187
£24.99
In this eighth volume from the Africa Society of Evangelical Theology, African theologians articulate their understanding of salvation – and its widespread implications for life and practice – in conversation with Scripture and the rich diversity of an African cultural context. Salvation is examined from historical, philosophical, and theological lenses, and scholars address topics as...
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Called to Discipleship
ISBN: 9781839738616
£11.99
Drawing on Jesus’s example in the Gospel of Mark, this book offers an in-depth exploration of the nature of discipleship. A tool to help readers draw close to Jesus, it presents discipleship as a way of life centred on the journey back to God. At a time when secular culture is rediscovering the benefits of discipleship, this book invites readers into a powerful experience of identity formation...
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2 Peter and Jude (Asia Bible Commentary Series)
ISBN: 9781839738487
£13.99
2 Peter and Jude, though brief, are rich resources for understanding the call to live godly and holy lives. Importantly they provide essential discussion on false teachers, individuals whom many of us today narrowly define based on their unorthodox views or teachings. While there is truth in this definition, Dr. Uytanlet expands on this by skillfully expounding 2 Peter and Jude to show that...
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Building the Whole Church
ISBN: 9781839738593
£19.99
Engaging qualitative research from South Asia, Dr. Jessy Jaison demonstrates that both formal and non-formal approaches to theological training can support the church’s missional calling. Not only will readers be introduced to theological education in the the South Asian context, they will also benefit from the practical and collaborative model demonstrated and how they can revitalize the...
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The Priesthood of All Students
ISBN: 9781839738326
£24.99
Drawing on archival records and firsthand accounts, this work explores the history, theology, and missiology of the International Fellowship of Evangelical Students (IFES). It examines how IFES’s commitment to immediacy, mediation, and participation are grounded upon a firm belief in the priesthood of all believers and a missional ecclesiology that presupposes God’s involvement in all aspects...
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In the Midst of Much-Doing
ISBN: 9781839732430
£31.99
How are we to sustain activism and compassion amidst the never-ending crises of the twenty-first century? To effectively serve as the hands and feet of Jesus, the church must attend to the revitalization of its inner life through the spiritual practices which feed, support, and sustain the work of the kingdom. This book inspires us to integrate spiritual renewal and prophetic witness for the...
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Spectacular Atonement
ISBN: 9781839737367
£12.99
There are many books about the cross of Christ, but few are written from an African perspective or with an African context in mind. In this book, Dr. Falconer offers the reader a holistic understanding of Jesus’s atoning work that powerfully addresses African realities and concerns. Presenting a biblical perspective of the cross – one rooted in penal substitution and Christus Victor theology –...
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1 Timothy
ISBN: 9781839738135
£13.99
1 Timothy shows how Christians can live in harmony and with integrity in a society of people with differing religious and cultural beliefs and values. This commentary provides an exposition of 1 Timothy’s message, which is relevant to many theological and pastoral situations faced by Asian church communities today. Along with the detailed commentary, the authors provide cultural reflections on...
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Missionary Statesman, Strategist, and Servant
ISBN: 9781839737763
£16.99
This collection of essays draws together a diverse group of scholars and practitioners as they pay loving tribute to Dr. Tetsunao (Ted) Yamamori, one of the great leaders of global mission and mentor to a generation. Far from a reflection on the past, this is a book that looks to the future, drawing on the life and ministry of Dr. Yamamori to cast a vision for how we can meet the challenges...
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The Restoration of God’s Dwelling and Kingdom
ISBN: 9781839737350
£19.99
In this introduction to biblical theology, Prof. Peter Nyende draws from nearly two decades of experience teaching the next generation of African church leaders. Maintaining the vital importance of a holistic understanding of Scripture and its unified nature, he presents the central story of both Old and New Testaments as the restoration of God’s dwelling and kingdom in the world.
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Ama Namin
ISBN: 9781839732676
£16.99
Ama Namin brings together the voices of Filipino evangelical scholars in a profound work of contextual and biblical theology. Each chapter explores a portion of the Lord’s Prayer against the backdrop of Scripture and the foreground of Philippine life and spirituality. Contributors examine the rich history of the Lord’s Prayer in the Philippines as well as its implications for the Philippines’...
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In Quest of the Rock - Discussion Guide
ISBN: 9781839738555
£4.99
In the book that this discussion guide complements, In Quest of the Rock, the author delves into the source material, exploring Peter’s transformation from fisherman to apostle through the power of relational encounter.
Intended for small group settings, this accompanying discussion guide journeys through each chapter of the book, to deepen the reader’s understanding and encourage fruitful,...
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Authentic Engagement
ISBN: 9781839738005
£16.99
In Authentic Engagement, Dieumeme and Mirlenda Noëlliste remind us that the church was never meant to content itself with faith in the hereafter. The authors explore questions of ecclesiology and establish the theological foundations for social engagement as they examine what it means to be a people defined by relationship with the triune God.
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God, I’m Angry!
ISBN: 9781839736858
£14.99
Rev. Dr. Maggie Low debunks unhealthy assumptions about anger and forgiveness, laying the groundwork for a biblical understanding of righteous anger, conditional forgiveness, and unconditional love. Alongside profound theological insight, this book provides a step-by-step guide for application in pastoral counselling contexts and includes real life examples from Low’s extensive ministry...
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Transforming Church
ISBN: 9781839737305
£14.99
The area of community development provides a unique opportunity for the church to partner with God in his mission to see the world transformed. In Transforming Church, Tim Monger draws from over a decade of experience working in integral mission alongside local congregations in East Africa. Providing an overview of the current landscape of African community development, he engages the question...
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Ethnic Diversity and Reconciliation
ISBN: 9781839736506
£12.99
Ethnic Diversity and Reconciliation explores the implications of the church’s radical call to inclusive community in the context of Myanmar’s long history of ethnic conflict. Dr. Arend van Dorp outlines the theological foundations for understanding the church’s mandate as a diverse and unified missional body, while also engaging the very real challenges posed to this mandate by the cultural,...
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Exploring the Old Testament in Asia
ISBN: 9781839732799
£18.99
Exploring the Old Testament in Asia is the first evangelical Old Testament textbook written both from and for an Asian cultural context. Rooted in the theological conviction that God still speaks through the Old Testament in all its fullness, the twelve essays in this book address key theological issues pertinent to the diverse cultures and contexts of Asia. The result is a theological...
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The Holy Spirit in African Christianity
ISBN: 9781839736469
£14.99
The seventh volume drawn from the annual conference of the Africa Society of Evangelical Theology, this collection of essays addresses questions of pneumatology against the rich background of African church history. Serving as a corrective on pneumatological heterodoxies while making space for both the diversity and unity of the African church, this volume provides a powerful reminder of the...
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Missions in Southeast Asia
ISBN: 9781839734366
£21.99
Contributors from throughout the region reflect on Christianity in Southeast Asia, providing an overview of missions in the region, and exploring how local churches are defining a uniquely Southeast Asian approach to interreligious engagement.
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Asian Christian Ethics
ISBN: 9781839730740
£20.99
Asian Christian Ethics provides an introduction for students to a range of key topics related to Christian ethics in Asia. Fifteen Christian scholars from across Asia and from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds demonstrate how to think theologically and contextually about key ethical issues, as well as describe best practices in Christian moral formation.
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Contextualization and the Old Testament
ISBN: 9781839734137
£18.99
Christianity is often viewed in Asia as a Western imposition. Challenging this, Dr. Jerry Hwang examines the Old Testament’s cultural engagement of its ancient Near Eastern context, arguing that Scripture itself provides the ultimate model for contextualizing theology in Asia.
This is an ideal resource for scholars and practitioners interested in a biblical perspective of contextualization,...
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Faith That Indigenizes
ISBN: 9781839735875
£13.99
In this important work, Dr. Vargas explores the interplay between Neo-Pentecostalism and Aimaran indigenous identity in La Paz, Bolivia, identifying how the integration of the two has led to social, political, and economic transformation. This study offers insight into the growing impact of the Neo-Pentecostal movement, both in Latin America and beyond, as well as the significant role of...
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Genesis 1-11
ISBN: 9781839735851
£19.99
The first commentary of its kind to be written in dialogue with an Islamic context, this book considers Scripture in light of the ancient environment “behind the text” and the various environments “in front of the text” – including the New Testament, rabbinic tradition, the Qur’an, and the particularities of Bangladeshi culture.
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Voices from the Margins
ISBN: 9781839735349
£14.99
It is becoming ever more urgent to make space for voices offering alternative frameworks for understanding the nature of existence, spirituality, and what it means to be human. This book draws together contributors from diverse tribal and denominational backgrounds to reflect on the future of Christianity in Northeast India, a region rich in ancient myths, oral traditions, and a vibrant...
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The Plot of Salvation
ISBN: 9781839736278
£14.99
When we fail to grasp the overarching plot of the Bible, we reduce the gospel to something smaller than it is, and simultaneously compromise the scope of our own lives and callings. In this collection of interrelated sermons, Dr Cho lays out the history of salvation as communicated through the entirety of Scripture, from creation to new creation.
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In Quest of the Rock
ISBN: 9781839736049
£16.99
From the monastic devotion of the church fathers and mothers to the spiritual disciplines we espouse today, the church has always searched for ways to deepen discipleship and to grow in Christ. In this book, the author delves into the source material, exploring Peter’s transformation from fisherman to apostle through the power of relational encounter.
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Getting to Grips with Biblical Hebrew, Revised Edition
ISBN: 9781839736735
£21.99
Getting to Grips with Biblical Hebrew provides a simple introduction to biblical Hebrew for beginners. Consisting of thirty lessons, the book focuses on the basic grammar and vocabulary necessary for reading and understanding the biblical text. Exercises are taken directly from the Hebrew Bible, and students gain hands-on experience with the joys and challenges of translation.
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Translating the Bible Into Action, 2nd Edition
ISBN: 9781839736711
£18.99
By identifying common barriers to engaging with Scripture, the authors explore the ways churches can maintain unity in Christ and celebrate the diversity of their membership. Addressing a wide-range of relevant issues and using practical applications, this revised edition re-establishes the importance of good, contextual Scripture engagement. A key resource in helping church leaders encourage...
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God’s Heart for Children
ISBN: 9781839732751
£18.99
This book explores the theological implications and practical realities of ministry with children in a globalized world. Affirming eight core beliefs regarding the place of children in creation, this book traces the impact of issues as displacement, climate change, human trafficking, persecution, and gender discrimination on childhood development. Written by over twenty contributors from...
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Psalms 73–150
ISBN: 9781839732645
£24.99
This commentary on Psalms 73–150 provides an exposition that the reader can engage with in their own community of faith in the Asian cultural context. Along with a commentary on each Psalm, Dr. Federico G. Villanueva provides cultural reflections on a wide variety of relevant topics that include, “The Challenge of Lament to Asian Christians” and “Psalm 109 and the Filipino Concept of...
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Faith and Bayan
ISBN: 9781839732775
£14.99
When tyrants come to power and Christians remain silent, the church betrays its prophetic role in the public sphere.
In this collection of essays, Filipino evangelical theologians challenge the church’s complacency in the face of oppressive regimes. This is an excellent resource for students and leaders seeking an Asian evangelical perspective on Christian political engagement. It not only...
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Islam on Trial
ISBN: 9781839735813
£15.99
As an Arab Christian from the Middle East, Dr. Chawkat Moucarry has spent his life engaging with Islam both personally and academically. In this book, he provides non-Muslims with a foundation for understanding Muslim faith and practice, while offering insight into the complex relationship between Islam, culture, and politics. He challenges members of both religions to engage in genuine...
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Integration
ISBN: 9781839735899
£14.99
The call for integration in theological education is a call for theological training that reverberates through the whole person: from the head, to the heart, to the hands. In this book, Dr. David C. Wright provides a powerful biblical and pedagogical framework for holistic learning, exploring current approaches to integration through the lens of Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus.
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The God That the Poor Seek
ISBN: 9781839732737
£17.99
The assumption that conversion looks the same regardless of culture or religious context is challenged by a growing number of missiologists, both in the Majority World and in the West. In this book, Rupen Das explores the particularities of conversion for some of the world’s poorest populations. Sharing the stories of Syrian refugees and Indian slum dwellers, Das positions their voices within...
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Transforming Theological Education, 2nd Edition
ISBN: 9781839730856
£24.99
Transforming Theological Education provides theoretical foundations and practical principles for purposeful curriculum design, as well as tools for facilitating integrated and contextually significant learning in the classroom. This updated second edition has been reorganized for thematic clarity and expanded to provide a stronger foundation for thinking theologically – rather than just...
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1 & 2 Kings
ISBN: 9781839730696
£19.99
1 & 2 Kings provide a history of the kings of Judah and Israel. They detail the engagements between priests and prophets, prophets and kings, and royal court and military commanders on issues such as justice, power, and seeking divine and human guidance in times of war and peace. The narratives in these books tell of God’s activities in the history of the Israelites fulfilling his promises and...
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How Am I Going to Grow Up?
ISBN: 9781839732263
£34.99
In this study, Dr. Enoch Wong explores the “silent exodus” of Canadian-born Chinese from their parents’ churches, tracing their journeys to negotiate their cultural, ethnic, and faith identities for themselves. This multi-case inquiry offers insight into the concerns of Canadian-born Chinese evangelicals and the cultural and generational conflicts that prompt them to search for new communities...
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Best Practice Guidelines for Theological Libraries Serving Doctoral Programs
ISBN: 9781839736025
£10.99
This book identifies five areas and sixteen principles that need to be considered by theological schools when optimizing library operations to serve doctoral programs. The contributors present tested best practice alongside their successful experiences pioneering libraries that serve doctoral programs in challenging situations. An invaluable training resource for Majority World librarians,...
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Who Do You Say That I Am?
ISBN: 9781839735325
£25.99
For the church, there can be no more significant question than Christ’s Who do you say that I am?It is the cornerstone upon which all of Christian faith and praxis must stand. In this volume, the sixth from the Africa Society of Evangelical Theology, contributors explore the question of Christ’s identity – and its implications for the global church – from a distinctly African perspective.
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Teaching across Cultures
ISBN: 9781839730757
£19.99
Teaching across Cultures is a deeply practical guidebook for teaching theology beyond one’s own cultural context. The only resource of its kind, this book is straightforward and easy-to-use while providing a powerful reminder that transformative teaching has humility and careful listening at its core.
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Secular, Sacred, More Sacred
ISBN: 9781839734359
£12.99
The sacred-secular divide continues to threaten the health of the global church, disempowering lay Christians and undermining the call to integrate all aspects of life under the lordship of Christ. Theological educators seeking a path out of this dichotomy will find themselves both challenged and encouraged by this collection of essays drawn from the 2018 ICETE conference in Panama City. This...
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Unless a Grain of Wheat
ISBN: 9781839732713
£17.99
For six decades, North American Mennonites have walked alongside African Independent Churches (AICs) as they have navigated their faith journey between the ancient traditions of the ancestors and the newer claims of Christ upon their lives. This volume contains the reflections of over fifty AIC and Mennonite colleagues concerning the significance and impact of this long-standing partnership....
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Leadership or Servanthood?
ISBN: 9781839735769
£12.99
In this powerful reflection on leadership and servanthood, Dr. Hwa Yung addresses the overemphasis on leadership development within the church. Challenging a culture of hubris, ambition, and self-seeking, he reminds us that ministry is not a call to position and power but to service and obedience as he draws us back to the example of Christ.
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TEE for the 21st Century
ISBN: 9781839732690
£30.99
TEE for the 21st Century utilizes missiological, educational, and sociological perspectives to explore theological education by extension (TEE) as a powerful contemporary tool for equipping the global church for its global mission. Multi-authored by a global team of discipline experts, brought together by the Increase Association, this book speaks to the real-life training needs of today’s...
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Kwame Bediako
ISBN: 9781839730733
£13.99
Kwame Bediako was one of the great African theologians of his generation. Challenging the assumption that Christianity is a Western religion, he presented a non-Western foundation for theological reflection, expanded the Christian theological imagination, and offered a path forward for post-Christendom theologies. Kwame Bediako: African Theology for a World Christianity is the first...
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Joel, Nahum, and Malachi
ISBN: 9781839732652
£11.99
The three prophets – Joel, Nahum, and Malachi – speak to the challenges of their own day. Joel, following a locust plague, confronts the people of a bigger impending catastrophe that they could avoid if they return to God with prayers. Nahum depicts the wrath of God against an oppressive country. Malachi calls the people to honor the unchanging God who continues to care for them, even if they...
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Demonology for the Global Church
ISBN: 9781839732249
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Demonology for the Global Church endeavors to provide the biblical and theological essentials for a unified Christian perspective of the demonic. Avoiding speculation and anecdotal evidence, Scott D. MacDonald roots his analysis in Scripture. He frames a biblical demonology in light of global and contextual concerns, offering an understanding that avoids the pitfalls of anti-supernaturalism...
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The Five Phases of Leadership
ISBN: 9781839730689
£11.99
The Five Phases of Leadership is a book written by a practitioner for practitioners. Organized around five stages of leadership – establishing trust, cultivating leaders, discerning vision, implementing plans and transitioning out – this book offers an overview of the leadership life cycle from a distinctively Christian perspective. Dr. Justyn Terry draws on over twenty years of leadership...
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From Theology of Transparency to Theology of Coexistence
ISBN: 9781839732225
£15.99
The Egyptian church has long existed as a minority within a nation dominated by the political, religious, and cultural power of Islam. In this book, Andrea Zaki Stephanous explores the complex relationship that exists between the church and the Egyptian state, tracing the impact of recent political, theological, and societal developments on Christian engagement with broader Egyptian society.
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Whole-Life Mission for the Whole Church
ISBN: 9781839730726
£17.99
By perpetuating the false belief that there are some areas of life that are not important to God, some callings that are second-class, and some spheres of society that are not worth engaging, the sacred-secular divide diminishes our understanding of God, discipleship, missiology, and the gospel itself. This book provides theological educators with the tools they need to combat the divide in...
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TEE in Asia
ISBN: 9781839730658
£18.99
In this immensely relevant book, the Increase Association shares its practical wisdom on how to utilize Theological Education by Extension as “Tools to Equip and Empower” all believers for kingdom work. Filled with testimonies from church communities throughout Asia, this book provides concrete examples of TEE’s effectiveness in a wide variety of contexts and the innovative work of the...
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Integrity in Nigerian Politics
ISBN: 9781839730573
£14.99
Secular humanism has taken the world by storm – including the realm of African politics. Rooted specifically in Nigeria’s political history, and the social, religious, and economic challenges it has faced, this study explores the role of integrity in practical politics and the implications of its neglect. Dr Aghawenu demonstrates that it is ineffective, impractical, and ultimately dangerous to...
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Living Radical Discipleship
ISBN: 9781839730719
£11.99
John Stott’s legacy of faithful Christian discipleship continues to impact Christians on every continent and in every sphere of life. This book pays homage to that legacy and to Stott’s unwavering commitment to Christ’s transformative Lordship over all facets of existence, especially those we may find particularly convenient to ignore. Living Radical Discipleship calls us to repentance, to...
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The Shortfall
ISBN: 9781839730955
£12.99
Chris Wright, in conversation with James Cousins, challenges Christians to recognize that the problem of insufficient funding does not belong to those experiencing the shortfall but to those entrusted by God with the means to alleviate it. Combining John Stott’s The Grace of Giving and Chris Wright’s The Gift of Accountability, two classics on generosity and financial integrity, along with a...
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The Religious Other
ISBN: 9781783687909
£29.99
Christian engagement with Muslims remains complex, complicated by fear, misunderstanding and a history fraught with political and cultural tensions. Weaving together the work of Christian scholars of Islam, the Bible, theology and missiology, along with the insights of ministry practitioners, this book combines scholarly exploration with pertinent ministry practice, offering a rich framework...
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Forgiveness, Peacemaking, and Reconciliation
ISBN: 9781839730535
£20.99
In this fifth volume from the Africa Society of Evangelical Theology, contributors explore forgiveness, peacemaking and reconciliation as necessary prerequisites for human flourishing. Ranging from biblical studies and church history to medical ethics and public theology, this collection offers a rich diversity of voices and perspectives as each author reflects on God’s heart for conflict...
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Leadership Training in the Hands of the Church
ISBN: 9781839730634
£16.99
The church is a contextualized reality, and if it is to flourish, its leaders must be raised up to serve their own communities. Yet our very techniques for teaching and learning are culturally defined. If the church is to be effective in developing the leaders it needs, our approach to training must be informed by its local context. Joseph Nehemiah combines sound pedagogical research with rich...
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Getting to Grips with Biblical Hebrew
ISBN: 9781839730610
£19.99
Revised Edition now available:
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Getting to Grips with Biblical Hebrew provides a simple introduction to biblical Hebrew for beginners. Consisting of thirty lessons, the book focuses on the basic grammar and vocabulary necessary for reading and understanding the biblical text. Exercises are taken directly...
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Journey through the Storm
ISBN: 9781839730238
£14.99
Journey through the Storm unpacks Musalaha’s thirty years of practical experience building bridges, healing division, and following Christ in the context of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Composed of essays, curriculum excerpts, interviews, and real-life testimonies, this collection offers insight into the theory, theology, and application of Musalaha’s six stages of reconciliation. It is a...
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Relentless Love
ISBN: 9781839730375
£22.99
How does the church’s calling to take the whole gospel to the whole world manifest in contexts of poverty, injustice, and conflict? In this collection of essays, drawn from the 7th Micah Global Triennial Consultation in the Philippines, Christians from across the globe reflect on the church’s role in alleviating suffering and developing transformed communities.
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Blessing the Curse?
ISBN: 9781783687923
£16.99
When it comes to women, the church has chosen often to live according to the structures of sin and death, offering them not the good news of Christ, but the curse of Genesis, as their inheritance.Ksenija Magda traces the impact of the curse and the temptation to choose the world and its power over the servant-hearted humility of Christ. The question of how we view, treat, oppress or empower...
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God With Us and Without Us, Volumes One and Two
ISBN: 9781783687589
£46.99
In this combined work Dr Imad Shehadeh demonstrates the inevitability of the Trinity by exposing the conflict that Absolute Oneness faced historically. Dr Shehadeh presents the beautiful logic of the Trinity and explains how the display of God’s attributes in creation derives from the self-sustaining relationships in his triune nature as Father, Spirit and Son. The book climaxes in revealing...
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Ephesians
ISBN: 9781839730559
£13.99
In his letter to the Ephesian church, the apostle Paul draws out the practical implications of God’s purpose for the body of Christ, showing how the unity of a new humanity is revealed within it as a foretaste of the ultimate unity of all things in the Son of God. This commentary shows the relevance of Ephesians for the church in Asia today seeking to understand God’s eternal purposes in...
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The Branch Exposition of the Bible
ISBN: 9781907713897
£39.99
A resource for preachers, scholars, and everyday Christians alike, to help open God’s word and shed its light into life, ministry and teaching. Inspired by the words of the great reformer Martin Luther about shaking every branch of Scripture, Michael A. Eaton helps us understand the meaning of the Bible and taste its fruit so that we can meet the resurrected Jesus Christ in the pages of Scripture.
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The Kingdom of God in Africa
ISBN: 9781783688111
£19.99
African Christianity is not an imported religion but rather one of the oldest forms of Christianity in the world. In this book, the only up-to-date, single-volume study of its kind, Mark Shaw and Wanjiru M. Gitau trace the development and spread of African Christianity through its two-thousand year history, demonstrating how the African church has faithfully testified to the power and...
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Word, Care, and WorshipISBN: 9781786410573£14.99
In this second volume by Dr. Peter Nyende, he outlines a biblical theology of pastoral ministry that highlights its vital importance and provides a comprehensive understanding of its fundamental goals and activities. Nyende identifies the three components of pastoral ministry in the Bible as preaching and teaching the word, caring for those in difficulty, and facilitating worship, thus...
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1 & 2 Thessalonians (A Life in Letters)ISBN: 9781786410962£9.99 As low as £5.00
A Life in Letters explores the life and thought of Paul through the writings of other New Testament authors and himself. This narrative commentary explores Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians by placing them in the larger context of Paul’s life and ministry, and presenting Paul as a tangible, flesh and blood human, so readers can better understand the message of Thessalonians – that there is...
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Asians in Diaspora and Diasporas in AsiaISBN: 9781786410382£21.99
This collection of essays from leading scholars and seasoned practitioners explores the journeys of modern Asian diasporas from a Christian perspective. Addressing relevant issues contextually, the authors cover pertinent topics such as justice amongst migrant workers, immigration policies, and climate migration, while simultaneously reflecting on the biblical perspective of diaspora. Timely...
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FujianISBN: 9781786411327£19.99
Fujian, a province in southeast China with more than 40 million people, was considered an obscure region in the past, but the gospel has blazed such a pathway that by the 1920s Fujian contained more Christians than any other province of China. The home of key Chinese church leaders, including John Sung, Watchman Nee, and Leland Wang, the church in Fujian has impacted millions of people in...
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HenanISBN: 9781786411709£19.99
With more than 18 million believers – the largest number in any province in China – Henan has emerged as the Christian heart and soul of the world’s most populated country. In this book, the fifth in the series, Hattaway records the many attempts to reach the people of Henan with the gospel.
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XinjiangISBN: 9781786411716£19.99
Xinjiang, a vast region in northwest China, has been much in the news in recent years because ofthe plight of more than one million Muslim Uyghur people there. But Xinjiang also has a long Christian history. Today there are nearly one million believers, mostly among the Han Chinese who have migrated into the region in recent decades. In this book, the sixth in the series, Hattaway focuses on...
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ShaanxiISBN: 9781786411723£15.99
Shaanxi is the cradle of Chinese civilization. It was the southern terminus of the ancient Silk Road, and the first place in China to receive the gospel. Hattaway shows that Christians were in China centuries before the assumed earliest date of AD 635. During the missionary era there was slow growth, but today Shaanxi is home to more than three million followers of Christ. As storm clouds of...
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HainanISBN: 9781786411730£15.99
The southernmost Chinese province of Hainan was once nicknamed “the gateway to hell” because of its harsh, disease-ridden climate. God has transformed the island with a powerful revival that began in the 1990s, which has swept hundreds of thousands of people into the kingdom of God. This book is the eighth in Paul Hattaway’s series The China Chronicles.
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Metaphors the Church Lives ByISBN: 9781786411013£12.99
From the gospels, the Pauline epistles, and the Petrine letters, the authors help readers to engage with the conceptual content of biblical metaphors and how they shape our experiences and attitudes, so we can flesh them out for application in our own contexts.
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Empowering VoicesISBN: 9781786410825£15.99
Bringing together contributions from scholars across Africa, this book explores the challenges faced by African women theologians, from biased theological education to exclusionary practices in academia. Through a series of consultations and collaborative efforts, this book presents a balanced express of African evangelical theology and advocates for gender equity in theological institutions,...
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Character and Virtue in PracticeISBN: 9781786410511£19.99
In this companion workbook to Character and Virtue in Theological Education, Marvin Oxenham seeks to equip those who intentionally pursue character and virtue through an informed scholarly approach. Following a twenty-four-week programme, participants will find instruction, targeted application, Bible studies, prayer guidelines and practical activities that are aimed to nurture slow,...
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ShandongISBN: 9781786411082£16.99
Paul Hattaway draws on thirty years’ experience in China and numerous interviews with church leaders to provide insights into how the living God brought about the largest revival in the history of Christianity. In a narrative full of jaw-dropping stories, The China Chronicles documents the acts of the Holy Spirit throughout China, where phenomenal growth has occurred in the furnace of intense...
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GuizhouISBN: 9781786411099£15.99
Guizhou is home to more than 80 distinct tribes among the province’s 35 million people. God has powerfully reached several of these groups, but others still wait to hear of the Saviour of the world. Guizhou includes many vivid brief biographies of the extraordinary people who have been part of this remarkable story, painstakingly collected by the author over many years. This is the second...
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TibetISBN: 9781786411167£19.99
There are only tiny numbers of Tibetan Christians, but the ‘Roof of the World’ has a long and remarkable Christian history. Paul Hattaway recounts the stories of the many courageous, tenacious men and women who have attempted to exalt the Name of Jesus Christ in Tibet, against overwhelming odds and in the face of powerful spiritual forces. This is the fourth volume in The China Chronicles,...
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ZhejiangISBN: 9781786411143£15.99
Zhejiang, a prosperous eastern province, is home to the highest percentage of Christians in China. This volume describes how God established His kingdom there. It is the third volume in The China Chronicles, which tells the modern history of the Church in China. The series is designed to inform the wider world of the astonishing work of the Holy Spirit in the world’s most populous country.
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Who Are You, and Who Am I?ISBN: 9781786410252£17.99
Who Are You, and Who Am I? provides an in-depth approach that makes accessible the knowledge needed for harmonious intercultural relationships, evangelism and discipleship. Hannes Wiher, a renowned missiologist, explores the concepts of worldview and identity, drawing on communication theory, philosophy, anthropology, theology and missiology, to bring the practicalities of both to life and...
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Justice and RightsISBN: 9781786410023£16.99
In partnership with the Global Faculty Initiative, the Cross-Disciplinary Encounters with Theology series brings together global scholars from diverse academic disciplines in rounds of dialogue and response on key themes of the Christian faith. This first volume, Justice and Rights, brings world-renowned theologian Nicholas Wolterstorff into conversation with academics from across five...
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ExodusISBN: 9781786410320£22.99
The poignant narrative of Exodus resonates with the present circumstances of the Chinese diaspora. This commentary delves into the concept of exodus, tracing its roots from the biblical exodus to its modern manifestation in the Chinese diaspora – “the new exodus.”
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Ecclesiology in AfricaISBN: 9781786410245£25.99
In this ninth volume, contributors present ecclesiology through the lenses of scriptural examinations, historical theology, systematic examinations, and practical theology, these essays work together to build a contemporary understanding of the burgeoning church in Africa through African voices.
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Territoriality and HospitalityISBN: 9781839737572£22.99
In a world where religion is frequently viewed as a source of conflict and division, what can we learn from the harmonious coexistence of Christian and Muslim communities flourishing in Africa and elsewhere? This collaborative work, inspired by the life and legacy of Lamin Sanneh, seeks to highlight valuable lessons from the rich Christian and Muslim traditions of hospitality through bringing...
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The Branch Exposition of the BibleISBN: 9781839732126£49.99
A great deal of biblical scholarship is written for academics and fails to edify readers or strengthentheir Christian ministry. Yet, Christians need to be nourished by the word of God so they can mature in faith and righteousness. Inspired by the words of the great reformer Martin Luther about shaking every branch of Scripture, and with experience in ministering across Africa, India and the...
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The Branch Exposition of the Bible Two-Volume SetISBN: BRANCHOTNTSETSpecial Price £74.99 Regular Price £89.98
A great deal of biblical scholarship is written for academics and fails to edify readers or strengthentheir Christian ministry. Yet, Christians need to be nourished by the word of God so they can mature in faith and righteousness. Inspired by the words of the great reformer Martin Luther about shaking every branch of Scripture, and with experience in ministering across Africa, India and the...
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Global Perspectives on Science and ChristianityISBN: 9781839739880£19.99
Bringing together scholars from six continents, this book explores the rich diversity of ways that Christianity engages with science, addressing how contextually distinctive issues are also vital to global discourse.
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Suffering and PersecutionISBN: 9781786410344£18.99
Rethinking Church in the 21st Century is the culmination of three years of exploration into the condition of the church around the world today. Bringing together a diverse community of Christian voices, these essays offer reflections and admonitions to ignite the hearts of pastors and leaders during the dynamic, vulnerable, and hopeful times we face. In this first volume, scholars and church...
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Africans in Diaspora and Diasporas in AfricaISBN: 9781839739842£22.99
From the days of historic slavery to modern times, Africans in pursuit of education, jobs, business, and safety, have created a vibrant global diaspora. This collection of essays from leading scholars and seasoned practitioners reveals the journeys of modern African diasporas from a Christian perspective. Timely and unprecedented, it reveals how God moves with African people, making himself...
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Exploring the New Testament in AsiaISBN: 9781839737114£20.99This collection of essays offers theological reflections on New Testament themes from Asian perspectives, while addressing contextual issues in light of the New Testament. Touching on topics such as salvation, holiness, poverty, ethnic tensions, reconciliation, honoring elders, persecution, and hospitality, the scholars in this book demonstrate the importance of a varied contemporary context...
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Leading Well in Times of DisruptionISBN: 9781839739859£20.99
In today’s world, as we experience economic disparity and large-scale wars, the importance of good leadership has never been so vital. Leading Well in Times of Disruption seeks to understand and address the key shortcomings of mission organizations, and to provide a roadmap for leaders in global mission. Leadership development must not simply produce knowledgeable individuals, excellent in...
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Keeping FaithISBN: 9781786410351£11.99
In Keeping Faith, the authors have combined their global experience in practical theology, running businesses and charities, and integrating faith and work to outline the key components of organisational faithfulness.
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Habakkuk and ZephaniahISBN: 9781839739767£14.99
The books of Habakkuk and Zephaniah are God’s word to his people Israel at the lowest point in their history – the time of the Babylonian captivity. These two powerful books demonstrate that faith without faithfulness is an infantile fantasy. Written in accessible language, this volume speaks to all those who continue to desire God in life’s dark places and dark times, revealing Scripture’s...
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Good News from Latin AmericaISBN: 9781839739286£13.99
On the 100th anniversary of John Stott’s birth, Langham scholars honor this legacy and Stott’s holistic understanding of the gospel, as they bear witness to the good news of the kingdom of God and its justice in Latin America. Structured around the historical development and impact of the Reformation throughout the continent, this collection of essays addresses fundamental questions that stem...
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JobISBN: 9781839739590£20.99
The book of Job engages with the issue of pain and suffering. Job asked the same question that we have probably asked a hundred times – why do the righteous suffer? In his pain, he decided to file a case against God, but he rescinded in a moment of truth. He realized God’s purpose for allowing pain was to have a deeper experience of the living God. This commentary expounds and explains how one...
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Galatians (A Life in Letters)ISBN: 9781839739200£7.99 As low as £4.00
This narrative commentary explores Paul’s letter to the Galatians by placing it in the larger context of Paul’s life and ministry. Combining cultural and archeological research, Rev. Dr. Johannes W. H. van der Bijl draws together details from the book of Acts and the Pauline Epistles to offer us a unique glimpse into the real-life issues facing Paul, Barnabas, and the first-century church.
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Overcoming the WorldISBN: 9781839739279£11.99
Yevgeny Ustinovich examines how the Fourth Gospel invites Christ’s followers into this same way of seeing, where the glory of God is found even in the most difficult of circumstances. He explores the relevance of this invitation for the contemporary church, as it seeks to minister to victims of war, abuse, persecution, and other forms of violence.
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Africa Bears WitnessISBN: 9781839738920£22.99
This remarkable collection of essays explores the role of African Christianity in God’s mission around the world. Engaging such wide-ranging topics as gender violence, globalization, Westernization, peacebuilding, development, Pentecostalism, urban missiology, theological education, and African Christianity in Europe, this volume ambitiously bridges the gap between academic and practitioner...
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Better than OneISBN: 9781839735363£14.99
This book offers the reader a robust theological understanding of loneliness and identifies five different types of loneliness – emotional, social, cultural, existential, and spiritual – and illustrates each type through well-known biblical narratives. Chornobai and Hrytsenko aim to equip all those suffering from loneliness – as well as those walking alongside them, whether pastors,...
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Salvation in African ChristianityISBN: 9781839739187£24.99
In this eighth volume from the Africa Society of Evangelical Theology, African theologians articulate their understanding of salvation – and its widespread implications for life and practice – in conversation with Scripture and the rich diversity of an African cultural context. Salvation is examined from historical, philosophical, and theological lenses, and scholars address topics as...
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Called to DiscipleshipISBN: 9781839738616£11.99
Drawing on Jesus’s example in the Gospel of Mark, this book offers an in-depth exploration of the nature of discipleship. A tool to help readers draw close to Jesus, it presents discipleship as a way of life centred on the journey back to God. At a time when secular culture is rediscovering the benefits of discipleship, this book invites readers into a powerful experience of identity formation...
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2 Peter and Jude (Asia Bible Commentary Series)ISBN: 9781839738487£13.99
2 Peter and Jude, though brief, are rich resources for understanding the call to live godly and holy lives. Importantly they provide essential discussion on false teachers, individuals whom many of us today narrowly define based on their unorthodox views or teachings. While there is truth in this definition, Dr. Uytanlet expands on this by skillfully expounding 2 Peter and Jude to show that...
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Building the Whole ChurchISBN: 9781839738593£19.99
Engaging qualitative research from South Asia, Dr. Jessy Jaison demonstrates that both formal and non-formal approaches to theological training can support the church’s missional calling. Not only will readers be introduced to theological education in the the South Asian context, they will also benefit from the practical and collaborative model demonstrated and how they can revitalize the...
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The Priesthood of All StudentsISBN: 9781839738326£24.99
Drawing on archival records and firsthand accounts, this work explores the history, theology, and missiology of the International Fellowship of Evangelical Students (IFES). It examines how IFES’s commitment to immediacy, mediation, and participation are grounded upon a firm belief in the priesthood of all believers and a missional ecclesiology that presupposes God’s involvement in all aspects...
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In the Midst of Much-DoingISBN: 9781839732430£31.99
How are we to sustain activism and compassion amidst the never-ending crises of the twenty-first century? To effectively serve as the hands and feet of Jesus, the church must attend to the revitalization of its inner life through the spiritual practices which feed, support, and sustain the work of the kingdom. This book inspires us to integrate spiritual renewal and prophetic witness for the...
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Spectacular AtonementISBN: 9781839737367£12.99
There are many books about the cross of Christ, but few are written from an African perspective or with an African context in mind. In this book, Dr. Falconer offers the reader a holistic understanding of Jesus’s atoning work that powerfully addresses African realities and concerns. Presenting a biblical perspective of the cross – one rooted in penal substitution and Christus Victor theology –...
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1 TimothyISBN: 9781839738135£13.99
1 Timothy shows how Christians can live in harmony and with integrity in a society of people with differing religious and cultural beliefs and values. This commentary provides an exposition of 1 Timothy’s message, which is relevant to many theological and pastoral situations faced by Asian church communities today. Along with the detailed commentary, the authors provide cultural reflections on...
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Missionary Statesman, Strategist, and ServantISBN: 9781839737763£16.99
This collection of essays draws together a diverse group of scholars and practitioners as they pay loving tribute to Dr. Tetsunao (Ted) Yamamori, one of the great leaders of global mission and mentor to a generation. Far from a reflection on the past, this is a book that looks to the future, drawing on the life and ministry of Dr. Yamamori to cast a vision for how we can meet the challenges...
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The Restoration of God’s Dwelling and KingdomISBN: 9781839737350£19.99
In this introduction to biblical theology, Prof. Peter Nyende draws from nearly two decades of experience teaching the next generation of African church leaders. Maintaining the vital importance of a holistic understanding of Scripture and its unified nature, he presents the central story of both Old and New Testaments as the restoration of God’s dwelling and kingdom in the world.
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Ama NaminISBN: 9781839732676£16.99
Ama Namin brings together the voices of Filipino evangelical scholars in a profound work of contextual and biblical theology. Each chapter explores a portion of the Lord’s Prayer against the backdrop of Scripture and the foreground of Philippine life and spirituality. Contributors examine the rich history of the Lord’s Prayer in the Philippines as well as its implications for the Philippines’...
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In Quest of the Rock - Discussion GuideISBN: 9781839738555£4.99
In the book that this discussion guide complements, In Quest of the Rock, the author delves into the source material, exploring Peter’s transformation from fisherman to apostle through the power of relational encounter.
Intended for small group settings, this accompanying discussion guide journeys through each chapter of the book, to deepen the reader’s understanding and encourage fruitful,...
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Authentic EngagementISBN: 9781839738005£16.99
In Authentic Engagement, Dieumeme and Mirlenda Noëlliste remind us that the church was never meant to content itself with faith in the hereafter. The authors explore questions of ecclesiology and establish the theological foundations for social engagement as they examine what it means to be a people defined by relationship with the triune God.
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God, I’m Angry!ISBN: 9781839736858£14.99
Rev. Dr. Maggie Low debunks unhealthy assumptions about anger and forgiveness, laying the groundwork for a biblical understanding of righteous anger, conditional forgiveness, and unconditional love. Alongside profound theological insight, this book provides a step-by-step guide for application in pastoral counselling contexts and includes real life examples from Low’s extensive ministry...
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Transforming ChurchISBN: 9781839737305£14.99
The area of community development provides a unique opportunity for the church to partner with God in his mission to see the world transformed. In Transforming Church, Tim Monger draws from over a decade of experience working in integral mission alongside local congregations in East Africa. Providing an overview of the current landscape of African community development, he engages the question...
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Ethnic Diversity and ReconciliationISBN: 9781839736506£12.99
Ethnic Diversity and Reconciliation explores the implications of the church’s radical call to inclusive community in the context of Myanmar’s long history of ethnic conflict. Dr. Arend van Dorp outlines the theological foundations for understanding the church’s mandate as a diverse and unified missional body, while also engaging the very real challenges posed to this mandate by the cultural,...
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Exploring the Old Testament in AsiaISBN: 9781839732799£18.99
Exploring the Old Testament in Asia is the first evangelical Old Testament textbook written both from and for an Asian cultural context. Rooted in the theological conviction that God still speaks through the Old Testament in all its fullness, the twelve essays in this book address key theological issues pertinent to the diverse cultures and contexts of Asia. The result is a theological...
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The Holy Spirit in African ChristianityISBN: 9781839736469£14.99
The seventh volume drawn from the annual conference of the Africa Society of Evangelical Theology, this collection of essays addresses questions of pneumatology against the rich background of African church history. Serving as a corrective on pneumatological heterodoxies while making space for both the diversity and unity of the African church, this volume provides a powerful reminder of the...
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Missions in Southeast AsiaISBN: 9781839734366£21.99
Contributors from throughout the region reflect on Christianity in Southeast Asia, providing an overview of missions in the region, and exploring how local churches are defining a uniquely Southeast Asian approach to interreligious engagement.
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Asian Christian EthicsISBN: 9781839730740£20.99
Asian Christian Ethics provides an introduction for students to a range of key topics related to Christian ethics in Asia. Fifteen Christian scholars from across Asia and from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds demonstrate how to think theologically and contextually about key ethical issues, as well as describe best practices in Christian moral formation.
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Contextualization and the Old TestamentISBN: 9781839734137£18.99
Christianity is often viewed in Asia as a Western imposition. Challenging this, Dr. Jerry Hwang examines the Old Testament’s cultural engagement of its ancient Near Eastern context, arguing that Scripture itself provides the ultimate model for contextualizing theology in Asia.
This is an ideal resource for scholars and practitioners interested in a biblical perspective of contextualization,...
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Faith That IndigenizesISBN: 9781839735875£13.99
In this important work, Dr. Vargas explores the interplay between Neo-Pentecostalism and Aimaran indigenous identity in La Paz, Bolivia, identifying how the integration of the two has led to social, political, and economic transformation. This study offers insight into the growing impact of the Neo-Pentecostal movement, both in Latin America and beyond, as well as the significant role of...
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Genesis 1-11ISBN: 9781839735851£19.99
The first commentary of its kind to be written in dialogue with an Islamic context, this book considers Scripture in light of the ancient environment “behind the text” and the various environments “in front of the text” – including the New Testament, rabbinic tradition, the Qur’an, and the particularities of Bangladeshi culture.
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Voices from the MarginsISBN: 9781839735349£14.99
It is becoming ever more urgent to make space for voices offering alternative frameworks for understanding the nature of existence, spirituality, and what it means to be human. This book draws together contributors from diverse tribal and denominational backgrounds to reflect on the future of Christianity in Northeast India, a region rich in ancient myths, oral traditions, and a vibrant...
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The Plot of SalvationISBN: 9781839736278£14.99
When we fail to grasp the overarching plot of the Bible, we reduce the gospel to something smaller than it is, and simultaneously compromise the scope of our own lives and callings. In this collection of interrelated sermons, Dr Cho lays out the history of salvation as communicated through the entirety of Scripture, from creation to new creation.
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In Quest of the RockISBN: 9781839736049£16.99
From the monastic devotion of the church fathers and mothers to the spiritual disciplines we espouse today, the church has always searched for ways to deepen discipleship and to grow in Christ. In this book, the author delves into the source material, exploring Peter’s transformation from fisherman to apostle through the power of relational encounter.
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Getting to Grips with Biblical Hebrew, Revised EditionISBN: 9781839736735£21.99
Getting to Grips with Biblical Hebrew provides a simple introduction to biblical Hebrew for beginners. Consisting of thirty lessons, the book focuses on the basic grammar and vocabulary necessary for reading and understanding the biblical text. Exercises are taken directly from the Hebrew Bible, and students gain hands-on experience with the joys and challenges of translation.
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Translating the Bible Into Action, 2nd EditionISBN: 9781839736711£18.99
By identifying common barriers to engaging with Scripture, the authors explore the ways churches can maintain unity in Christ and celebrate the diversity of their membership. Addressing a wide-range of relevant issues and using practical applications, this revised edition re-establishes the importance of good, contextual Scripture engagement. A key resource in helping church leaders encourage...
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God’s Heart for ChildrenISBN: 9781839732751£18.99
This book explores the theological implications and practical realities of ministry with children in a globalized world. Affirming eight core beliefs regarding the place of children in creation, this book traces the impact of issues as displacement, climate change, human trafficking, persecution, and gender discrimination on childhood development. Written by over twenty contributors from...
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Psalms 73–150ISBN: 9781839732645£24.99
This commentary on Psalms 73–150 provides an exposition that the reader can engage with in their own community of faith in the Asian cultural context. Along with a commentary on each Psalm, Dr. Federico G. Villanueva provides cultural reflections on a wide variety of relevant topics that include, “The Challenge of Lament to Asian Christians” and “Psalm 109 and the Filipino Concept of...
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Faith and BayanISBN: 9781839732775£14.99
When tyrants come to power and Christians remain silent, the church betrays its prophetic role in the public sphere.
In this collection of essays, Filipino evangelical theologians challenge the church’s complacency in the face of oppressive regimes. This is an excellent resource for students and leaders seeking an Asian evangelical perspective on Christian political engagement. It not only...
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Islam on TrialISBN: 9781839735813£15.99
As an Arab Christian from the Middle East, Dr. Chawkat Moucarry has spent his life engaging with Islam both personally and academically. In this book, he provides non-Muslims with a foundation for understanding Muslim faith and practice, while offering insight into the complex relationship between Islam, culture, and politics. He challenges members of both religions to engage in genuine...
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IntegrationISBN: 9781839735899£14.99
The call for integration in theological education is a call for theological training that reverberates through the whole person: from the head, to the heart, to the hands. In this book, Dr. David C. Wright provides a powerful biblical and pedagogical framework for holistic learning, exploring current approaches to integration through the lens of Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus.
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The God That the Poor SeekISBN: 9781839732737£17.99
The assumption that conversion looks the same regardless of culture or religious context is challenged by a growing number of missiologists, both in the Majority World and in the West. In this book, Rupen Das explores the particularities of conversion for some of the world’s poorest populations. Sharing the stories of Syrian refugees and Indian slum dwellers, Das positions their voices within...
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Transforming Theological Education, 2nd EditionISBN: 9781839730856£24.99
Transforming Theological Education provides theoretical foundations and practical principles for purposeful curriculum design, as well as tools for facilitating integrated and contextually significant learning in the classroom. This updated second edition has been reorganized for thematic clarity and expanded to provide a stronger foundation for thinking theologically – rather than just...
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1 & 2 KingsISBN: 9781839730696£19.99
1 & 2 Kings provide a history of the kings of Judah and Israel. They detail the engagements between priests and prophets, prophets and kings, and royal court and military commanders on issues such as justice, power, and seeking divine and human guidance in times of war and peace. The narratives in these books tell of God’s activities in the history of the Israelites fulfilling his promises and...
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How Am I Going to Grow Up?ISBN: 9781839732263£34.99
In this study, Dr. Enoch Wong explores the “silent exodus” of Canadian-born Chinese from their parents’ churches, tracing their journeys to negotiate their cultural, ethnic, and faith identities for themselves. This multi-case inquiry offers insight into the concerns of Canadian-born Chinese evangelicals and the cultural and generational conflicts that prompt them to search for new communities...
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Best Practice Guidelines for Theological Libraries Serving Doctoral ProgramsISBN: 9781839736025£10.99
This book identifies five areas and sixteen principles that need to be considered by theological schools when optimizing library operations to serve doctoral programs. The contributors present tested best practice alongside their successful experiences pioneering libraries that serve doctoral programs in challenging situations. An invaluable training resource for Majority World librarians,...
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Who Do You Say That I Am?ISBN: 9781839735325£25.99
For the church, there can be no more significant question than Christ’s Who do you say that I am?It is the cornerstone upon which all of Christian faith and praxis must stand. In this volume, the sixth from the Africa Society of Evangelical Theology, contributors explore the question of Christ’s identity – and its implications for the global church – from a distinctly African perspective.
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Teaching across CulturesISBN: 9781839730757£19.99
Teaching across Cultures is a deeply practical guidebook for teaching theology beyond one’s own cultural context. The only resource of its kind, this book is straightforward and easy-to-use while providing a powerful reminder that transformative teaching has humility and careful listening at its core.
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Secular, Sacred, More SacredISBN: 9781839734359£12.99
The sacred-secular divide continues to threaten the health of the global church, disempowering lay Christians and undermining the call to integrate all aspects of life under the lordship of Christ. Theological educators seeking a path out of this dichotomy will find themselves both challenged and encouraged by this collection of essays drawn from the 2018 ICETE conference in Panama City. This...
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Unless a Grain of WheatISBN: 9781839732713£17.99
For six decades, North American Mennonites have walked alongside African Independent Churches (AICs) as they have navigated their faith journey between the ancient traditions of the ancestors and the newer claims of Christ upon their lives. This volume contains the reflections of over fifty AIC and Mennonite colleagues concerning the significance and impact of this long-standing partnership....
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Leadership or Servanthood?ISBN: 9781839735769£12.99
In this powerful reflection on leadership and servanthood, Dr. Hwa Yung addresses the overemphasis on leadership development within the church. Challenging a culture of hubris, ambition, and self-seeking, he reminds us that ministry is not a call to position and power but to service and obedience as he draws us back to the example of Christ.
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TEE for the 21st CenturyISBN: 9781839732690£30.99
TEE for the 21st Century utilizes missiological, educational, and sociological perspectives to explore theological education by extension (TEE) as a powerful contemporary tool for equipping the global church for its global mission. Multi-authored by a global team of discipline experts, brought together by the Increase Association, this book speaks to the real-life training needs of today’s...
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Kwame BediakoISBN: 9781839730733£13.99
Kwame Bediako was one of the great African theologians of his generation. Challenging the assumption that Christianity is a Western religion, he presented a non-Western foundation for theological reflection, expanded the Christian theological imagination, and offered a path forward for post-Christendom theologies. Kwame Bediako: African Theology for a World Christianity is the first...
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Joel, Nahum, and MalachiISBN: 9781839732652£11.99
The three prophets – Joel, Nahum, and Malachi – speak to the challenges of their own day. Joel, following a locust plague, confronts the people of a bigger impending catastrophe that they could avoid if they return to God with prayers. Nahum depicts the wrath of God against an oppressive country. Malachi calls the people to honor the unchanging God who continues to care for them, even if they...
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Demonology for the Global ChurchISBN: 9781839732249£13.99
Demonology for the Global Church endeavors to provide the biblical and theological essentials for a unified Christian perspective of the demonic. Avoiding speculation and anecdotal evidence, Scott D. MacDonald roots his analysis in Scripture. He frames a biblical demonology in light of global and contextual concerns, offering an understanding that avoids the pitfalls of anti-supernaturalism...
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The Five Phases of LeadershipISBN: 9781839730689£11.99
The Five Phases of Leadership is a book written by a practitioner for practitioners. Organized around five stages of leadership – establishing trust, cultivating leaders, discerning vision, implementing plans and transitioning out – this book offers an overview of the leadership life cycle from a distinctively Christian perspective. Dr. Justyn Terry draws on over twenty years of leadership...
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From Theology of Transparency to Theology of CoexistenceISBN: 9781839732225£15.99
The Egyptian church has long existed as a minority within a nation dominated by the political, religious, and cultural power of Islam. In this book, Andrea Zaki Stephanous explores the complex relationship that exists between the church and the Egyptian state, tracing the impact of recent political, theological, and societal developments on Christian engagement with broader Egyptian society.
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Whole-Life Mission for the Whole ChurchISBN: 9781839730726£17.99
By perpetuating the false belief that there are some areas of life that are not important to God, some callings that are second-class, and some spheres of society that are not worth engaging, the sacred-secular divide diminishes our understanding of God, discipleship, missiology, and the gospel itself. This book provides theological educators with the tools they need to combat the divide in...
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TEE in AsiaISBN: 9781839730658£18.99
In this immensely relevant book, the Increase Association shares its practical wisdom on how to utilize Theological Education by Extension as “Tools to Equip and Empower” all believers for kingdom work. Filled with testimonies from church communities throughout Asia, this book provides concrete examples of TEE’s effectiveness in a wide variety of contexts and the innovative work of the...
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Integrity in Nigerian PoliticsISBN: 9781839730573£14.99
Secular humanism has taken the world by storm – including the realm of African politics. Rooted specifically in Nigeria’s political history, and the social, religious, and economic challenges it has faced, this study explores the role of integrity in practical politics and the implications of its neglect. Dr Aghawenu demonstrates that it is ineffective, impractical, and ultimately dangerous to...
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Living Radical DiscipleshipISBN: 9781839730719£11.99
John Stott’s legacy of faithful Christian discipleship continues to impact Christians on every continent and in every sphere of life. This book pays homage to that legacy and to Stott’s unwavering commitment to Christ’s transformative Lordship over all facets of existence, especially those we may find particularly convenient to ignore. Living Radical Discipleship calls us to repentance, to...
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The ShortfallISBN: 9781839730955£12.99
Chris Wright, in conversation with James Cousins, challenges Christians to recognize that the problem of insufficient funding does not belong to those experiencing the shortfall but to those entrusted by God with the means to alleviate it. Combining John Stott’s The Grace of Giving and Chris Wright’s The Gift of Accountability, two classics on generosity and financial integrity, along with a...
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The Religious OtherISBN: 9781783687909£29.99
Christian engagement with Muslims remains complex, complicated by fear, misunderstanding and a history fraught with political and cultural tensions. Weaving together the work of Christian scholars of Islam, the Bible, theology and missiology, along with the insights of ministry practitioners, this book combines scholarly exploration with pertinent ministry practice, offering a rich framework...
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Forgiveness, Peacemaking, and ReconciliationISBN: 9781839730535£20.99
In this fifth volume from the Africa Society of Evangelical Theology, contributors explore forgiveness, peacemaking and reconciliation as necessary prerequisites for human flourishing. Ranging from biblical studies and church history to medical ethics and public theology, this collection offers a rich diversity of voices and perspectives as each author reflects on God’s heart for conflict...
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Leadership Training in the Hands of the ChurchISBN: 9781839730634£16.99
The church is a contextualized reality, and if it is to flourish, its leaders must be raised up to serve their own communities. Yet our very techniques for teaching and learning are culturally defined. If the church is to be effective in developing the leaders it needs, our approach to training must be informed by its local context. Joseph Nehemiah combines sound pedagogical research with rich...
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Getting to Grips with Biblical HebrewISBN: 9781839730610£19.99
Revised Edition now available:
https://langhamliterature.org/books/getting-to-grips-with-biblical-hebrew-revised-editionGetting to Grips with Biblical Hebrew provides a simple introduction to biblical Hebrew for beginners. Consisting of thirty lessons, the book focuses on the basic grammar and vocabulary necessary for reading and understanding the biblical text. Exercises are taken directly...
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Journey through the StormISBN: 9781839730238£14.99
Journey through the Storm unpacks Musalaha’s thirty years of practical experience building bridges, healing division, and following Christ in the context of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Composed of essays, curriculum excerpts, interviews, and real-life testimonies, this collection offers insight into the theory, theology, and application of Musalaha’s six stages of reconciliation. It is a...
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Relentless LoveISBN: 9781839730375£22.99
How does the church’s calling to take the whole gospel to the whole world manifest in contexts of poverty, injustice, and conflict? In this collection of essays, drawn from the 7th Micah Global Triennial Consultation in the Philippines, Christians from across the globe reflect on the church’s role in alleviating suffering and developing transformed communities.
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Blessing the Curse?ISBN: 9781783687923£16.99
When it comes to women, the church has chosen often to live according to the structures of sin and death, offering them not the good news of Christ, but the curse of Genesis, as their inheritance.Ksenija Magda traces the impact of the curse and the temptation to choose the world and its power over the servant-hearted humility of Christ. The question of how we view, treat, oppress or empower...
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God With Us and Without Us, Volumes One and TwoISBN: 9781783687589£46.99
In this combined work Dr Imad Shehadeh demonstrates the inevitability of the Trinity by exposing the conflict that Absolute Oneness faced historically. Dr Shehadeh presents the beautiful logic of the Trinity and explains how the display of God’s attributes in creation derives from the self-sustaining relationships in his triune nature as Father, Spirit and Son. The book climaxes in revealing...
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EphesiansISBN: 9781839730559£13.99
In his letter to the Ephesian church, the apostle Paul draws out the practical implications of God’s purpose for the body of Christ, showing how the unity of a new humanity is revealed within it as a foretaste of the ultimate unity of all things in the Son of God. This commentary shows the relevance of Ephesians for the church in Asia today seeking to understand God’s eternal purposes in...
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The Branch Exposition of the BibleISBN: 9781907713897£39.99
A resource for preachers, scholars, and everyday Christians alike, to help open God’s word and shed its light into life, ministry and teaching. Inspired by the words of the great reformer Martin Luther about shaking every branch of Scripture, Michael A. Eaton helps us understand the meaning of the Bible and taste its fruit so that we can meet the resurrected Jesus Christ in the pages of Scripture.
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The Kingdom of God in AfricaISBN: 9781783688111£19.99
African Christianity is not an imported religion but rather one of the oldest forms of Christianity in the world. In this book, the only up-to-date, single-volume study of its kind, Mark Shaw and Wanjiru M. Gitau trace the development and spread of African Christianity through its two-thousand year history, demonstrating how the African church has faithfully testified to the power and...
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