Review\n“Reformed and Evangelical across Four Centuries has a number of distinctive strengths. First, it offers a detailed and reliable new history of American Presbyterianism. Second, it is unusual among such histories in the thoroughness with which it recounts the British background. Third, it explicitly emphasizes ‘the symbiotic relationship that has frequently existed between American Presbyterianism and American evangelicalism.’ Finally, the emphasis on such relationships orients the recent history toward the realignments among the more Presbyterians.” 
— George M. Marsden 
from the foreword\n“I’ve been eagerly anticipating this volume for some time! As a young man I entered the Presbyterian ministry quite starry-eyed about it. And yet forty-six years later, if anything, I am more sold on the Reformed and Presbyterian tradition than I have ever been, so I am delighted to see this new, definitive work. It is far more comprehensive than anything we have had before. It not only pays close attention to the controversies in the twentieth century over orthodoxy and modernism, but it also shows the current and coming racial and national diversity of Presbyterianism. Highly recommended.” 
— Timothy Keller 
pastor emeritus at Redeemer Presbyterian Church, New York City\n“In Reformed and Evangelical across Four Centuries, Nathan Feldmeth, Donald Fortson, Garth Rosell, and Kenneth Stewart have given us the most wide-ranging single-volume overview of the Presbyterian tradition now available. For those that teach church history and the history of Reformed Christianity, this will become a go-to textbook for introducing the Presbyterian stream to this generation of students. The book manages to give the reader a good feel for the arc of Presbyterianism: where it has come from, where it is growing, and where things stand now. This is an extensive and even-handed historical sourcebook for pastors, elders, professors, students, and interested laypeople alike.” 
— Ligon Duncan 
chancellor and CEO of Reformed Theological Seminary\n“The history of Presbyterianism has often (and only half-jokingly) been characterized as a ‘split P’ narrative, with the story often being told from the perspective of one of the ‘splits.’ This wonderful book in no way ignores the diversity, but it succeeds—through a creative pan-Presbyterian team effort—to find important common threads in all of the diversity. And the authors skillfully trace those threads into our present era, with important attention to immigration, sexuality, and gender debates, and Presbyterianism’s continuing ‘symbiotic relationship’ to the larger evangelical movement.” 
— Richard J. Mouw 
president emeritus of Fuller Theological Seminary\n“This is a much-needed, comprehensive historical record of the evangelical strands of Presbyterianism from the time of John Knox through its emergence in colonial America to the present time. What I found most helpful was its insights into the personalities and events that were so instrumental in keeping this movement alive within Presbyterianism throughout the past five centuries in spite of the multiple challenges facing it. The general sweep of this timely volume is greatly enhanced by a careful footnoting that not only gives historical accountability to the veracity of the content but also opens a wealth of opportunity for the reader to dig more deeply into a study of the characters, institutions, movements, and controversies one might want to study in greater depth. In all, I found it a most informative and profitable read!” 
— John A. Huffman Jr. 
pastor emeritus of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Newport Beach, California\n“With a masterly command of details crafted into unfolding narratives, Reformed and Evangelical across Four Centuries provides a sweeping overview of the precedents and pressures that have shaped evangelical Presbyterianism. It is comprehensive and meticulous in research. This is not mere denominational history. The authors introduce us to

Reformed and Evangelical across Four Centuries: The Presbyterian Story in America

History

Rosell, Garth M.

Stewart, Kenneth J.

Fortson III, S. Donald

Feldmeth, Nathan

World

Eerdmans

David Bebbington’s 1989 book, Evangelicalism in Modern Britain: A History from the 1730s to the 1980s, put forth the idea that evangelical religion is the result of transatlantic revival in the 1730s, and that it took a working together attitude toward the Enlightenment rather than a contradictory one. Today, Bebbington’s thesis has gained international acceptance, and scholars from Europe and North America present a review of its primary arguments and conclusions here in The Advent of Evangelicalism.
Contributors include: David W. Bebbington, Joel R. Beeke, John Coffey, Timothy George, Crawford Gribben, Michael A. G. Haykin, Paul Helm, D. Bruce Hindmarsh, David Ceri Jones, Thomas S. Kidd, Timothy Larsen, Cameron A. MacKenzie, A. T. B. McGowan, D. Densil Morgan, Ashley Null, Ian J. Shaw, Kenneth J. Stewart, Douglas A. Sweeney, Garry J. Williams, and Brandon G. Withrow.

The Advent of Evangelicalism: Exploring Historical Continuities

Haykin, Michael A.G.

B&H Academic

Historian of Christianity Ken Stewart is intent on setting the record straight about Reformed theology. He identifies ten myths held by either or both Calvinists and non-Calvinists and shows how they are gross mischaracterizations of that theological stream. Certain of these persistent stereotypes that defy historical research often present a truncated view of the depth and breadth of the Reformed tradition. Others, although erroneous, are nevertheless used to dismiss outright this rich body of biblical theological teaching. Some key questions Stewart explores in this provocative, informative and thoroughly researched book: 
<ul>
<li>Is the role reserved for John Calvin possibly exaggerated? </li>
<li>Are there improper, as well as proper uses of the doctrine of predestination? </li>
<li>To what extent is the popular acronym, T.U.L.I.P. a helpful device, and to what extent is it detrimental in encapsulating key doctrines?</li>
<li>Should the Calvinist position towards movements of spiritual renewal be one of support, or one of suspicion?</li>
<li>Didn't Calvinism more or less 'bring up the rear' in advancing the cause of world mission?</li>
<li>Doesn't the Calvinist approach to Christianity encourage the belief that the redeemed will be saved irrespective of their conduct?</li>
<li>Doesn't the Calvinist track-record show an at-best mixed legacy on critical issues such as race and gender relations?</li>
<li>Hasn't the Calvinist concept of the church's role vis-à-vis the state tended toward theocracy? </li>
<li>Isn't it true that Calvinistic expressions of Christianity have been a damper on the creative arts, whether the theater or painting or sculpture?</li>
</ul>Ten Myths About Calvinism is sure to enrich both promoters and detractors, students and scholars.

Ten Myths About Calvinism: Recovering the Breadth of the Reformed Tradition

IVP Academic

In Search of Ancient Roots: The Christian Past And The Evangelical Identity Crisis

<ul>
<li>15th Annual Outreach Magazine Resource of the Year - Also Recommended in Theology</li>
<li>2017 The Gospel Coalition Book Award</li>
<li>Jesus Creed Book of the Year 2017, Church History</li>
</ul> Protestant evangelicalism is in crisis. Today it is increasingly difficult for Protestants to identify what counts as distinctively Protestant, much less what counts as evangelical. As evangelicals increasingly lose contact with the churches and traditions descending from the Reformation, and as relations with Roman Catholicism continue to thaw, it becomes harder to explain why one should remain committed to the Reformation in the face of perceived deficits and theological challenges with the Protestant tradition. A common complaint about Protestant evangelicalism is its apparent disconnect from ancient Christianity. The antiquity and catholicity of Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy seem to outshine the relative novelty of the Reformation. Some evangelical churches appear to be uninterested in the ancient historical roots of their faith as well as being liturgically and doctrinally unstable. Many within evangelicalism seem to have accepted at face value the suggestion that the evangelical faith is no more than a threadbare descendant of ancient Christianity. The result is that a number of younger Protestants in recent years have abandoned evangelicalism, turning instead to practices and traditions that appear more rooted in the early church. In Search of Ancient Roots examines this phenomenon and places it within a wider historical context. Ken Stewart argues that the evangelical tradition in fact has a much healthier track record of interacting with Christian antiquity than it is usually given credit for. He surveys five centuries of Protestant engagement with the ancient church, showing that Christians belonging to the evangelical churches of the Reformation have consistently seen their faith as connected to early Christianity. Stewart explores areas of positive engagement, such as the Lord's Supper and biblical interpretation, as well as areas that raise concerns, such as monasticism. In Search of Ancient Roots shows that evangelicals need not view their tradition as impoverished or lacking deep roots in the tradition. Christian antiquity is the heritage of all orthodox Christians, and evangelicals have the resources in their history to claim their place at the ecumenical table.

In Search of Ancient Roots: The Christian Past and the Evangelical Identity Crisis

This book traces British missionary initiative in post-Revolutionary Francophone Europe from the genesis of the London Missionary Society, the visits of Robert Haldane and Henry Drummond, and the founding of the Continental Society. While British evangelicals aimed at the reviving of a foreign Protestant cause of momentous legend, they received unforeseen reciprocating emphases from the Continent which forced self-reflection on Evangelicalism's own relationship to the Reformation.

Restoring the Reformation: British Evangelicalism and the Francophone 'Réveil' 1816-1849 (Studies in Evangelical History and Thought)

Wipf & Stock Pub

Some evangelical churches appear to be uninterested in their historical roots, and so can be liturgically and doctrinally unstable. Perceiving this disconnection between their Protestant faith and ancient Christianity, a number of evangelicals have abandoned Protestantism for traditions that seem to be clearly rooted in the early church. Ken Stewart argues that the evangelical tradition’s track record of interaction with Christian antiquity is far healthier than is often assumed. He surveys five centuries of Protestant engagement with the ancient church, showing that Christians belonging to the evangelical churches of the Reformation consistently see their faith as connected to early Christianity. Stewart explores areas of positive engagement, including the Lord’s Supper and biblical interpretation, as well as areas that raise concerns, such as monasticism. In Search of Ancient Roots shows that Christian antiquity is the heritage of all orthodox Christians, and that evangelicals have the resources in their history to claim their place at the ecumenical table. ‘A must-read for every person struggling with the question, “What does evangelicalism have to do with history?”’ Leonardo De Chirico, Director of Reformanda Initiative

Apollos

Restoring the Reformation traces British missionary initiative in post-Revolutionary Francophone Europe from the genesis of the London Missionary Society, the visits of Robert Haldane and Henry Drummond, and the founding of the Continental Society. While British evangelicals aimed at the reviving of a foreign Protestant cause of momentous legend, they received unforeseen reciprocating emphases from the Continent which forced self-reflection on Evangelicalism's own relationship to the Reformation.

Restoring the Reformation: British Evangelicals and the Francophone 'Reveil' 1816-1849 (Studies in Evangelical History and Thought)

Authentic Media

Historian of Christianity Ken Stewart is intent on setting the record straight about Reformed theology. He identifies ten myths held by either or both Calvinists and non-Calvinists and shows how they are gross mischaracterizations of that theological stream. Certain of these persistent stereotypes that defy historical research often present a truncated view of the depth and breadth of the Reformed tradition. Others, although erroneous, are nevertheless used to dismiss outright this rich body of biblical theological teaching.Some key questions Stewart explores in this provocative, informative and thoroughly researched book: Is the role reserved for John Calvin possibly exaggerated? Are there improper, as well as proper uses of the doctrine of predestination? To what extent is the popular acronym, T.U.L.I.P. a helpful device, and to what extent is it detrimental in encapsulating key doctrines?Should the Calvinist position towards movements of spiritual renewal be one of support, or one of suspicion?Didn't Calvinism more or less 'bring up the rear' in advancing the cause of world mission? Doesn't the Calvinist approach to Christianity encourage the belief that the redeemed will be saved irrespective of their conduct? Doesn't the Calvinist track-record show an at-best mixed legacy on critical issues such as race and gender relations? Hasn't the Calvinist concept of the church's role vis-?-vis the state tended toward theocracy? Isn't it true that Calvinistic expressions of Christianity have been a damper on the creative arts, whether the theater or painting or sculpture?Ten Myths About Calvinism is sure to enrich both promoters and detractors, students and scholars.

Ten myths about Calvinism: Recovering The Breadth Of The Reformed Tradition

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Reformed and Evangelical across Four Centuries: The Presbyterian Story in America

The Advent of Evangelicalism: Exploring Historical Continuities

Ten Myths About Calvinism: Recovering the Breadth of the Reformed Tradition

In Search of Ancient Roots: The Christian Past and the Evangelical Identity Crisis

In Search of Ancient Roots: The Christian Past and the Evangelical Identity Crisis

Restoring the Reformation: British Evangelicalism and the Francophone 'Réveil' 1816-1849 (Studies in Evangelical History and Thought)

In Search of Ancient Roots: The Christian Past And The Evangelical Identity Crisis

Restoring the Reformation: British Evangelicals and the Francophone 'Reveil' 1816-1849 (Studies in Evangelical History and Thought)

Ten myths about Calvinism: Recovering The Breadth Of The Reformed Tradition