Bender's grasp of a remarkably wide range of sources, for example of the first, second and third generation Reformers; his exceptionally acute antennae as a reader of Barth; and his passionate commitment to re-store to the Protestant Church a truly evangelical doctrinal centre, make this a challenging but wonderfully rewarding book.

International Journal of Systematic Theology

In this fresh collection of theological essays, Kimlyn Bender brings his sharp insight and deep wisdom to bear upon a range of themes in Protestant theology. Spanning from the advent of the Reformation to the pilgrim church of the present, and incorporating rich analysis of the work of figures such as Luther, Calvin, Kierkegaard, and Barth, this volume provides a delightful array of consistently illuminating studies. It will make a welcome addition to the shelves of many scholars, and comes highly recommended.

Paul T Nimmo, University of Aberdeen, UK

In these rich, incisive, and eloquent essays, Bender articulates a generous yet rigorous evangelical theology that always seeks to point to the Living Christ. This book both describes and exemplifies a vibrant, bold, and hopeful vision of the task of Christian theology-for today and for every age.

Han-luen Kantzer Komline, Western Theological Seminary, USA

Kimlyn J. Bender's work is an absolute treasure. These essays begin within a network of historical materials, sensitively and critically reviewed; and then draw the reader into the conversation that Bender gently but firmly initiates. In the end it is impossible not to begin thinking along with Bender on where to go next. Through it all there is an unapologetic iteration of the Gospel that is food for the soul as much as it is nourishment for the mind. As if this was not enough, Bender speaks with clarity and realistic encouragement to and for a church badly in need of his wisdom.

William J. Abraham, Baylor University USA