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A Little Book for New Theologians, Kelly Kapic (IVP)
Decades ago, German theologian Helmut Thielicke wrote his wonderful A Little Exercise for Young Theologians. When I read it recently, I wished I’d had it before I went to seminary. I could add Kapic’s to the list. Written to today’s students, Kapic converses about why we should study theology as well as how we should study theology.
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Creed, Winfield Bevins (Navpress)
Navigating the Apostles’ Creed, The Lord’s Prayer and The Ten Commandments, Bevins provides a primer on basic Christian essentials drawn from historic Christian faith. In an age where technique and pragmatism have too much sway in our approaches to Christian discipleship, Creed is a helpful resource.
Navigating the Apostles’ Creed, The Lord’s Prayer and The Ten Commandments, Bevins provides a primer on basic Christian essentials drawn from historic Christian faith. In an age where technique and pragmatism have too much sway in our approaches to Christian discipleship, Creed is a helpful resource.
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The Art of Faith: A Guide to Understanding Christian Images, Judith Couchman (Paraclete)
, Judith Couchman (Paraclete)
If you’ve ever caught yourself looking at stained glass in your church on Sunday or walking through the architecture of an ancient cathedral, you’ve likely been drawn to the beauty but perhaps lost as to the meaning represented by the imagery. Couchman’s introduction will guide you in your explanation of the power of Christian symbolism.
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Winn Collier (www.winncollier.com) is pastor of All Souls, a congregation with Baptist ties in Charlottesville, Va. He is a columnist and the author of three books.