In this book, the author shows how provincial Prostestantism has been, as well as the power of its cultural impact and the tensions between its Establishment/anti-Establishment poles. His book is t…
This book is a fascinating blend of history, theology, medical lore, and pastoral wisdom. From a definitely Lutheran perspective, but open to the insights of other faiths, Dr. Marty discusses such …
Not since the Civil War had America been so divided by conflict. Religion was the prime agent in this unusual war: Left versus Right, Fundamentalists versus Modernists; Christians versus Jews; Prot…
In 1893, at the Colombian exposition in Chicago the World's Parliament of religions brought togethre for the first time religious leaders from the United States and the rest of the world. The autho…
Not since the Civil War had America been so divided by conflict. Religion was the prime agent in this unusual war: Left versus Right, Fundamentalists versus Modernists; Christians versus Jews; Prot…
At mid-century, the golden age of modern theology, the names of most prominent theologians began with the letter B: Baillie, Balthasar, Barth, Bea, Berdyev, Bibfeldt, Bobhoeffer, Brunner, Buber, Bu…
American society, with its growing polarizations, is experiencing a profound crisis of trust. From government to mass media to educational anjd religious institutions. And - whether we realize it o…
This book provides the text of Martin Luther's sermon on three chapters from the Book of Matthew, including the themes of trust, devotion, and blessedness. In these pages, admirably suited to medit…
The future of America, in many ways, depends upon an understanding of the proper role of religion in our shared life as a republic. Discussions and debates on the topic have too often generated noi…