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Mary Boys offers concrete proposals for how the story of Jesus’ crucifixion can be told faithfully in the presence of Jewish conversation partners.
reviewed by Walter Brueggemann
In every age, the crucifixion has compelled artists with its raw human drama, as well as with its deeper meaning.
by John Buchanan
Our fall books issue includes annotated lists of essential titles on Revelation, evangelism and theodicy.
reviewed by Katherine Willis Pershey
Some questions won't go away. The creed says Jesus was crucified "for us," but what do those two little words mean?
by Charles Hefling
Our fall books issue includes annotated lists of top titles on the book of Job, atonement and children's ministry.
An annotated list of top titles on atonement.
The fate of the other thief
It is not pain and violence that God desires, says the preacher of Hebrews. It is human life as God created it to be, summoned it to be.
reviewed by Beverly R. Gaventa
Why does Jesus's death matter?