<ul><li>Christianity Today's 2020 Book of the Year Award of Merit - Biblical Studies</li></ul>
What does it mean to “read Romans with Eastern eyes”? Combining research from Asian scholars with his many years of experience living and working in East Asia, Jackson directs our attention to Paul's letter to the Romans. He argues that some traditional East Asian cultural values are closer to those of the first-century biblical world than common Western cultural values. In addition, he adds his voice to the scholarship engaging the values of honor and shame in particular and their influence on biblical interpretation. As readers, we bring our own cultural fluencies and values to the text. Our biases and backgrounds influence what we observe―and what we overlook. This book helps us consider ways we sometimes miss valuable insights because of widespread cultural blind spots. In Reading Romans with Eastern Eyes, Jackson demonstrates how paying attention to East Asian culture provides a helpful lens for interpreting Paul's most complex letter. When read this way, we see how honor and shame shape so much of Paul's message and mission.

Reading Romans with Eastern Eyes: Honor and Shame in Paul's Message and Mission

Politics & Social Sciences

Richards, E. Randolph

W., Jackson

Vaughn, Brad

Social Sciences

IVP Academic

How can a doctrine about reconciliation with God create so much controversy among God's people? Theologian Jackson W. believes Christians can gain clarity and unity on the doctrine of the atonement through a renewed attention to the biblical evidence. While theological theories are necessary and useful, they can obscure reality as much as clarify it. And we're often ignorant of the role that cultural and historical context plays in shaping these views. Instead of beginning by comparing atonement theories, he argues, we need to delve deep into the Bible, where we find a handful of motifs that combine to form a richer, more robust theology of atonement. The Cross in Context presents a perspective on the atonement that seeks to reconcile theological camps and enable Christians to interpret the Bible more faithfully. It draws from the entire biblical canon and considers the New Testament in light of its Old Testament background, focusing on the internal logic of Israel's sacrificial system. Applying his intercultural ministry experience and expertise on honor and shame, W. also considers how to effectively contextualize the multifaceted message of salvation in diverse cultural contexts. Combining missiology, theology, and biblical studies, The Cross in Context provides a refreshing and nuanced look at the atonement and what it means for the life and witness of the church.

The Cross in Context: Reconsidering Biblical Metaphors for Atonement

Religion & Spirituality

McNall, Joshua M.

Christian Books & Bibles

Honor and shame influence every major aspect of life, whether in relationships, politics, or social media. It's not surprising, then, to find that honor and shame shape the biblical message and all that Christians are called to be. Unfortunately, many leaders and laypersons do not grasp the theological and practical significance of these concepts for the church.\nTherefore, this book provides an accessible entry point for engaging these topics in everyday Christian living. Seeking God's Face contains 101 practical reflections on honor and shame taken from across the pages of Scripture. It presents honor and shame, not as abstract concepts, but as compelling issues that affect evangelism, spiritual formation, and discipleship. Seeking God's Face equips readers to interpret the biblical text faithfully and apply its message meaningfully.\n"a unique blend of scholarly reflection and personal devotion." 
Brandon O'Brien, co-author of Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes\n"Read this book with caution because it will touch your heart, head, and hands." 
Tom Steffen, Professor emeritus, Biola University\n"Wu and Jensen bring out both illuminating and thought-provoking conclusions..." 
Lucy Peppiatt, author of Rediscovering Scripture's Vision for Women\n"It's theologically robust, deeply formative, and accessible to a broad range of readers. This book is a gift to God's people. I highly recommend it." 
Jim Mullins, Lead Pastor of Redemption Tempe, co-author of The Symphony of Mission\nInsightful, devotional, gently probing, and subtly challenging. This cluster of ideas consistently came to mind while reading this well-crafted book by Jackson Wu and Ryan Jensen. Other fitting words are biblical, delightful, practical, and personal. It is a joy to be guided through such important themes of honor, glory, and shame that are on virtually every page of the Bible. Wu and Jensen have served the church well with this book. 
Jonathan D. Worthington, Ph.D., Vice President of Theological Education, Training Leaders International

Seeking God's Face: Practical Reflections on Honor and Shame in Scripture

Jensen, Ryan

Lucid Books

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