Calvin's Tormentors

Calvin's TormentorsThis book offers a unique approach to Calvin by introducing the individuals and groups who, through their opposition to Calvin's theology and politics, helped shape the Reformer, his theology, and his historical and religious legacy. Respected church historian Gary Jenkins shows how Calvin had to defend or rethink his theology in light of his tormentors' challenges, giving readers a more nuanced view of Calvin's life and thought. The book highlights

He also explores practical outworkings and implications

interpreter

Despite it being one of the most difficult times of his life

In today's culture

● discover why small churches encourage bridge building across age and lifestyle barriers

The Reformation revolutionized church life through its new appreciation for God's presence working through the Bible

The book draws deeply on primary sources and covers some topics not addressed in similar volumes

How exactly does liturgical formation shape us

making this an ideal textbook for one-semester courses

Gilbert Meilaender

Now the series editors offer readable Old Testament commentaries that integrate the best of contemporary biblical scholarship with the traditional understanding of the Old Testament as prophesying and prefiguring Christ

Each chapter identifies and evaluates a trend