Being a Christian and being a socialist go together for Phil Christman. He explains why in this tender manifesto, which is part testimony of his own journey out of conservatism, part entertaining introduction to the American left, and part impassioned call to his fellow believers to take a fresh look at their own politics.| EerdWord
In Under Her Wings, Jennifer Houston McNeel presents a comprehensive study of motherhood in the New Testament.| EerdWord
For Such a Time as This provides a thoughtful framework for discernment rooted in scripture, historical wisdom, and the core commitments of Christian faith. Through meditations on scripture, reflections on historical precedents including the Confessing Church’s resistance to Nazi Germany, and portraits of inspiring figures who maintained their integrity in the face of oppression, Hanna Reichel guides readers toward their own Christian response to the present moment.| EerdWord
Jonathan Linebaugh presents an accessible introduction to the Bible that brings together theological insight with pastoral concerns.| EerdWord
In this remarkable volume, young adults voice their concerns and laments about the church’s past and present, as well as their hopes and dreams for the church’s future. Unlike many current books on youth ministry, this is not a book about how to attract young adults back to church. Instead, it is an invitation to listen to young adults as they offer important insights regarding the capacity of the church—and the world—to flourish going forward.| EerdWord
Eerdmans Publishing Company is pleased to announce the launch of the Pillar Old Testament Commentary series.| EerdWord
Unlike many who have given up on evangelicalism altogether, Van Loon is committed to saving what’s worthwhile in the evangelical faith tradition, and she invites others to join her. Simultaneously critical and hopeful, Downsizing encourages readers to reflect on their own experience with evangelicalism, evaluate the movement’s legacy, and participate in shaping its future.| EerdWord
In an era of political polarization, eroding democratic norms, and rising authoritarianism, many Christians find themselves disoriented, wondering how their faith should inform myriad daily decisions. Drawing upon both scholarship and pastoral wisdom, theologian Hanna Reichel offers a timely resource for believers seeking spiritual grounding amid societal upheaval.| EerdWord
Watching The Chosen will appeal to people interested in theology and popular culture, church leaders, and general readers.| EerdWord
If you’re longing for constructive conversation about contemporary issues, take a look at our newest releases! Eerdmans authors are leading the way with thoughtful discussions of immigration, religious freedom, evangelicalism, ecumenism, inclusivity, and more.| EerdWord
Daughters of Palestine is both an urgent testimony from Palestinian Christians and a timeless story of resilience.| EerdWord
In Some of the Words Are Theirs: The Art of Writing and Living a Sermon, Austin Carty offers a masterclass in sermon writing that also explores the “why” behind the vocation of preaching. In so doing, he discovers how often his own sermons have been exercises in trying to make sense of his own past, and how much autobiography lies beneath the themes he has been preaching throughout his pastoral career. Ultimately, Carty shows how careful attention to the craft of writing a sermon—like c...| EerdWord