Prominent pastor and noted Baptist scholar, the late Rvdo. Angel Luis Guti?rrez, has brought together detailed historical research with biblical texts to explore Baptist heritage and identity in a ti
Human beings, like machines, can get stuck in a rut and require some refreshment. The author brings a commonsense approach to ways to grow spiritually in the contemporary world, neither canonizing nor
"Nationally recognized experts W. Wilson Goode, Charles E. Lewis, and Harold Dead Trulear are joined by an impressive list of contributors to address the critical issues of incarceration and prisoner
Offers a 12-step model for couples at all levels of relational intimacy, leading them on a journey to discover how marriage (1) develops the human capacity to experience the fullness of God's love and
Christian educators are provided with the perspective and the tools they need to actually be effective as small study group leaders. Instead of just leading discussions, readers will be able to guide
Publishers Weekly called this three-time award winner “a concrete starting point for those in government, social services and churches looking for solutions to these desperate problems.” Original.
Dr. J. Alfred Smith has long been considered one of the most respected statesmen in the African American church, and one of the most influential leaders in the contemporary church. For decades he has
It's been said that those who don't learn from history are destined to repeat it. It is that conviction that makes this youthful Christian history of black America a vital resource for educators, par
Offers preachers advice on reaching the hearts, minds, and souls of African American women and provides strategies and sample sermons designed to bring healing, rather than hurt, to women's lives.
As presidential campaign time approaches, reflect on what some of the nation's most prominent Christian leaders had to say about the election of Barack Obama, particularly as related to issues of race