How do we communicate the message of the Scriptures in our twenty-first-century, post-Christian context? (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World answers this question by presenting the Scriptures through the lens of mission and by teaching a method for reading Scripture with a missional hermeneutic. The biblical story seeks to convert us to its perspective and to transform its readers and hearers into God's missional community that exists to reflect and embody God's character to/for/in the world. Ready to revolutionize your reading of the Bible and expand your ability to unleash the Scriptures in your context? (re)Aligning with God will give you rich content and practical tools to become a profound, inspiring, and confident reader of the Bible for all who are seeking to hear its good news. ""This book . . . makes a well-argued case for reading Scripture through a missional lens and gives practical guidelines for how to do this. If this were all the book did, it would be well worth a read; but it goes a step further. It calls us to action . . . [T]his isn't the most comfortable book you will ever read on the subject of hermeneutics, but it is one of the most challenging."" --Eddie Arthur, missionary blogger and writer; director of strategic initiatives for Global Connections ""What would happen if the church read its Scriptures for the sake of God's mission in the world? What would this look like? And how might we shape communities of Christ followers for whom these questions are central? Here's the long-awaited manual for those of us who are interested in missional hermeneutics. Russell shows the way. Take and read."" --Joel B. Green, Dean of the School of Theology and Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Fuller Theological Seminary Brian D. Russell (Ph.D) is Dean of the School of Urban Ministries and Professor of Biblical Studies on the Florida-Dunnam campus of Asbury Theological Seminary. He is passionate about the intersection of mission and the Bible. He is the author of The Song of the Sea: The Date of Composition and Significance of Exodus 15:1-21 (2007). Connect with him on his blog: missionalhermeneutics.blogspot.com.

(re)Aligning with God

Religion & Spirituality

Russell, Brian D.

Christian Books & Bibles

Wipf and Stock

This one volume commentary on the entire Bible was written by more than 40 scholars from the broad range of Wesleyan denominations, including The United Methodist Church, The Church of the Nazarene, The Church of God (Anderson), The Church of God (Cleveland), The Wesleyan Church, The Free Methodist Church, and The Salvation Army. It is the only specifically Wesleyan Bible commentary available and assists pastors in sermon preparation, small group leaders in lesson preparation, and laypeople in Bible study. Joel B. Green, Professor of New Testament Interpretation at Fuller Seminary, called this commentary, “The Wesley Study Bible +++.” The commentary form will allow for a much greater exploration of Wesleyan themes and theology than a Study Bible ever could.

Wesley One Volume Commentary

Oropeza, B. J.

Johnson, Andy

Arnold, Bill T.

Flemming, Dean

Byassee, Jason

DeSilva, David

Bauer, David R.

Thompson, Richard P.

Schenck, Kenneth

Hawk, L. Daniel

Reese, Ruth Anne

Riley, Stephen

Gupta, Nijay K.

Anderson, Kevin L

Winslow, Karen Strand PhD

Braaten, Laurie J

Henrichs-Tarasenkova, Nina S

Smith, Mitzi Jane

Bunn, Daniel D

McCabe, David Randolph

Green, Timothy Mark

Schlimm, Matthew

Coleson, Joseph E

Vondergeest, Craig A

Cornell, Richard E

Pokrifka, Junia

Holland, Drew

Burroughs, Presian

Levicheva, Larisa

Joseph, Abson P

Nicholson, Suzanne Beth

Martin, Lee R.

Hahn, Roger

Burke, Donald Ernest

Helms, Kristin

Smith, David F Prof

Dongell, Joseph Robert

Schmitt, Mary Kathleen

Wall, Robert W.

Hill, Amelia

Nienhuis, David Robert

Strawn, Brent A.

Kelle, Brad E.

Soza, Joel R.

HOWELL,James

ABINGDON PRESS *

How do we communicate the message of the Scriptures in our twenty-first-century, post-Christian context? (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World answers this question by presenting the Scriptures through the lens of mission and by teaching a method for reading Scripture with a missional hermeneutic. The biblical story seeks to convert us to its perspective and to transform its readers and hearers into God's missional community that exists to reflect and embody God's character to/for/in the world. Ready to revolutionize your reading of the Bible and expand your ability to unleash the Scriptures in your context? (re)Aligning with God will give you rich content and practical tools to become a profound, inspiring, and confident reader of the Bible for all who are seeking to hear its good news.

(re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World

Cascade Books

"The book of Psalms contains many types of prayers--from praise, to pleas, to thanksgiving--that give voice to the joys, complexities, and challenges of the life of faith. This reality is what makes the book of Psalms timeless in its appeal. People of prayer can find words to express themselves to God in times when they are unsure of how to pray. In Part II of his OneBook Daily-Weekly journey through the Psalms, Dr. Brian Russell introduces readers to Books II and III of the Psalms (Psalm 42-89). Through eight weeks of workbook and video teaching, participants will have an even stronger grasp of how these wisdom books can help inspire a moment-by-moment walk with God through the world."--Publisher.

The Psalms-Part II

Seedbed Publishing

Invitation

Franklin : Seedbed Publishing

Review\n“Brian invites us to trust God’s own heart as our most true dwelling place. He shows how this centering is not an escape to an ethereal realm but inhabits God’s own life in the glorious messiness of our own.” —Dr. Amy Oden, Professor of Early Church History and Spirituality; author of, Right Here, Right Now: The Practice of Christian Mindfulness\n“Most of us sort out life’s problems using words and logic. Brian Russell shows us a better way—to begin from our divinely designed center of gravity: prayer. The best way to experience ‘lavish love’ and pay it forward is to pray (and play) it forward. This book could change your life.” —Leonard Sweet, best-selling author, preacher, and educator\n“We live in a crazy world, where people are stressed and burning out. Spiritual burnout occurs when we don’t give ourselves time to stop and rest from our busy routine. More than ever, we need to recenter our lives on Christ. More specifically, we need to rediscover the practice of centering prayer that will help sustain us. Centering Prayer is a timely book. Read it and you will be refreshed, renewed, and recentered in the presence of God.” —Dr. Winfield Bevins, Director of Church Planting at Asbury Seminary and author of Ever Ancient Ever New\n“Brian Russell shares his story of moving from intellectual assent to heartfelt experience of being loved by God. How did that transformation happen? Read this book to find out for yourself, and you too might discover the beauty of sitting in silence before the One who knows you completely and loves you deeply.” —Virginia Todd Holeman, PhD, LPCC, Professor of Counseling, Asbury Theological Seminary\n“Soon enough, none of us will remember life before the internet. Our online technologies will have become a kind of foundational myth. Something essential will be missing from our lives, something our ancestors took entirely for granted — an ability to be absent. Whether you are leading in the marketplace or the Church, Centering Prayer offers you timeless practices that will help you foster a spirituality that is not just another connection but is the connection to grow in your love of God, neighbor, and yourself." —Dr. Mark Dunwoody, Co-Founder of Missional Formation Coaching and author of Healthy Rhythms for Leaders\n“Brian Russell invites us to recenter ourselves in God’s loving presence through centering prayer. As a gifted teacher and experienced practitioner, Brian is a trustworthy guide for anyone who thirsts, not only to know more about God, but to be with God and walk in his way of love every day.” —Alastair Sterne, lead pastor of St. Peter’s Fireside in Vancouver, British Columbia, and author of Rhythms for Life\n“Russell gives a very down to earth, practical presentation of centering prayer and how it can help us grow in the spiritual journey. In particular, he shows how beautifully it reflects the Scriptures and how it can open us up to the healing power of God's Spirit, as experienced through silence. I think this is a very useful read for anyone trying to grow in the spirit." —Rev. Dr. Murchadh O'Madagain, author of Centering Prayer and the Healing of the Unconscious\n“The loss of prayer in the Christian church is not due to lack of time. We binge watch Netflix with immense efficiency. It is due to a deep conviction. We think we’re better at things than God. Brian Russell invites us not to a new way, but the old way, which is laced with patience and quiet, hope and love, yearning and hoping. Highly recommended.” —A.J. Swoboda, assistant professor of Bible, theology, and World Christianity at Bushnell University and the author of After Doubt\n“Brian has been to the desert of a fullblown spiritual and emotional crisis, and he knows the way through. The practice of centering prayer has been a sustaining force in his life, and now he shares deep insights from his own growth and failures. This is more than a book—it is a pathway into the transformative love of God.” –Rev. Dr. Michael Adam

Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life

Paraclete Press

Astonished by the Word recaptures an ancient way of engaging with Scripture that takes you beyond knowledge to whole-life transformation and a greater love of God and neighbor. Using the Idolatherapy tool - an experiential method that combines biblical studies with spiritual direction and contemplative practice - you will learn how to move from reading the text to allowing Scripture to read you, changing you from the inside out. Discover how reading the Bible can bring you inner healing, help you understand yourself and God better, and become a more loving person as you walk through the world. Astonished by the Word is a blueprint for: &#61623; Approaching Scripture with fresh eyes and ears&#61623; Understanding who God is and how Scripture is authoritative in today's modern world&#61623; Identifying and overcoming your biases and blocks when approaching the text&#61623; Finding inner healing and transformation through your reading of Scripture&#61623; Learning how to integrate powerful ancient practices like Centering Prayer and LectioDivina into your Bible reading&#61623; Growing in love of God and neighbor by reading the Bible

Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation

Invite Press

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