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Books by William Willimon
  | | Leading with the Sermon Preaching as Leadership (Working Preacher) by William H. Willimon Paperback, 192 Pages, Published 2020 by Fortress Press ISBN-13: 978-1-5064-5637-9, ISBN: 1-5064-5637-5 "In this addition to the new Working Preacher Books series, prolific author William H. Willimon makes the compelling case that two key pastoral tasks--preaching and leadership--complement, correct, strengthen, and inform one another. Preaching is the distinctive function of pastoral leaders. Leadership of the church, particularly during a challenging time of transition in mainline Protestantism, has become a pressing concern for pastors. ..." |
 | | Resident Aliens Life in the Christian Colony (Expanded 25th Anniversary Edition) by Stanley Hauerwas, William H. Willimon Paperback, 198 Pages, Published 2014 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-1-4267-8190-2, ISBN: 1-4267-8190-3 "Only when the Church enacts its scandalous Jesus-centered tradition will it truly be the Body of Christ and transform the world. Twenty-five years after its first publishing, Resident Aliens remains a prophetic vision of how the Church can regain its vitality, battle its malaise, reclaim its capacity to nourish souls, and stand firmly against the illusions, pretensions, and ..." |
 | | Why Jesus?(1st Edition) by William H. Willimon Paperback, 160 Pages, Published 2010 by Abingdon Press Bargain Price ISBN-13: 978-1-4267-0028-6, ISBN: 1-4267-0028-8 "No figure in history has received more attention, and been less understood, than Jesus of Nazareth. Much of what has been written recently portrays Jesus as a vaguely kind and friendly person whose message sometimes pleases but never challenges believers. People might even be tempted to ask "Why all the fuss? What here is worth devoting my life to?" Very li ..." |
 | | Fear of the Other No Fear in Love by William H. Willimon Paperback, 112 Pages, Published 2016 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-1-5018-2475-3, ISBN: 1-5018-2475-9 "In this simple, no non-sense book, reliable spiritual guide, Will Willimon, invites readers to consider the Gospel command to love (and not merely tolerate) those considered to be “Other” or outside mainstream Christian culture. Rooted in the faith of Israel and the Christian story and vision, Willimon brings a non-technical, Wesleyan perspective to bear on what may be the hardest thing for people of faith to do: keeping and loving the ..." |
 | | Calling and Character(1st Edition) Virtues of the Ordained Life by William H. Willimon Paperback, 112 Pages, Published 2000 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-0-687-09033-4, ISBN: 0-687-09033-4 "In Calling & Character, Willimon lays out a clear and compelling picture of the pastoral life, one that will inform both those embarking on ordained ministry and those who have been in it for many years. He lays out specific habits such as study, collegiality, and humor as the day-by-day means of following the difficult and dangerous, yet deeply rewarding, calling of a pastor." |
 | | Remember Who You Are(12th Edition) Baptism, a Model for Christian Life by William H. Willimon Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 1998 by Upper Room Large Print ISBN-13: 978-0-8358-0399-1, ISBN: 0-8358-0399-6 "This book is especially designed for those who search for the meaning of their baptism. Willimon explores the significance of this sacrament in daily living and provides a model for living a Christian life. Each chapter focuses on one historical-biblical dimension of baptism. An Educational Guide for groups is also included. Pastors will find this book especially helpful for guiding new Christians, confirmation classes, and parents of n ..." |
 | | Resident Aliens(1st Edition) A Provocative Christian Assessment of Culture and Ministry for People Who Know that Something is Wrong by Stanley Martin Hauerwas, William H. Willimon Paperback, 175 Pages, Published 1989 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-0-687-36159-5, ISBN: 0-687-36159-1 "In this bold and visionary book, two leading Christian thinkers explore the "alien" status of Christians in today's world and offer a compelling new vision of how the Christian church can regain its vitality, battle its malaise, reclaim its capacity to nourish souls, and stand firmly against the illusions, pretensions, and eroding values of today's world. Hauerwas and Willi ..." |
 | | United Methodist Beliefs A Brief Introduction by William H. Willimon Paperback, 96 Pages, Published 2007 by Westminster John Knox Press ISBN-13: 978-0-664-23040-1, ISBN: 0-664-23040-7 "This brief introduction spells out the major beliefs of the United Methodist Church in a clear, nontechnical style. William Willimon, the beloved United Methodist author, preacher, teacher, and bishop, discusses the great theological themes that United Methodists share in common with all Christians as well as the particular accents and emphases that characterize United Methodist understandings of Christian doctrines. In his engaging sty ..." |
 | | Thank God It's Friday Encountering the Seven Last Words from the Cross by William H. Willimon, Abingdon Press Paperback, 104 Pages, Published 2006 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-0-687-46490-6, ISBN: 0-687-46490-0 "Christ's seven last words from the cross have long been a source of reflection, challenge, and soul-searching. These simple statements contain the full range of human emotions and divine self-revelation: grief, compassion, despair, forgiveness, physical need, the promise of redemption. In many ways they embody the core of the gospel. In this brief book one of today's most noted church persons and preachers confronts the reader with the ..." |
 | | Proclamation and Theology (Horizons in Theology) by William H. Willimon Paperback, 112 Pages, Published 2005 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-0-687-49343-2, ISBN: 0-687-49343-9 "This first volume in the Abingdon Press series Horizons in Theology addresses the major concerns and questions for preaching as it intersects with theology. William H. Willimon, recognized as one of today's master interpreters of the theology and practice of preaching, explains why, in the words of the Second Helvetic Confession, "The preaching of the word of God is the Word of God." Drawing from classical theology and practical experie ..." |
 | | Sinning Like a Christian A New Look at the Seven Deadly Sins by William H. Willimon Paperback, 160 Pages, Published 2005 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-0-687-49280-0, ISBN: 0-687-49280-7 |
 | | Where Resident Aliens Live(1st Edition) Exercises for Christian Practice by Stanley M. Hauerwas, William H. Willimon Paperback, 124 Pages, Published 1996 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-0-687-01605-1, ISBN: 0-687-01605-3 "Stanley Hauerwas and William H. Willimon return with spirited offensive strategies for feisty resident aliens. A resident alien knows who the enemy is, and here is a guide to the Christian initiation, practice, and discipline that is required for a people at war with the world. Some Christian liberals think that resident aliens are sectarian, and that they wish to withdraw ..." |
 | | The Abandoned Generation(1st Edition) Rethinking Higher Education by William H. Willimon, Thomas H. Naylor Paperback, 182 Pages, Published 1995 by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. ISBN-13: 978-0-8028-4119-3, ISBN: 0-8028-4119-8 "Convinced that America's institutions of higher learning now face a crisis - that they are not meeting the educational needs of their students, that faculty members can do better - William H. Willimon and Thomas H. Naylor here propose bold changes in the nation-s undergraduate educational system. By looking at academic life from the students' point of view - the text is filled with real-life situations, reflections from students, and po ..." |
 | | Thank God It’s Thursday Encountering Jesus at the Lord's Table As If for the Last Time by William H. Willimon Paperback, 110 Pages, Published 2013 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-1-4267-4337-5, ISBN: 1-4267-4337-8 "Thank God It’s Thursday is the prequel to bestselling author Will Willimon’s highly successful, Thank God It’s Friday. Following the book of John, Will Willimon focuses on Jesus’ teaching of his disciples prior to his own death but also before their own hour of decision. The climax of the Gospel is when Jesus pours out his life on the cross―surely an enactment and demonstration of the power of God’s self-sacrificial love.So to sustain a ..." |
 | | Who Will Be Saved?(8th Edition) by William H. Willimon Paperback, 176 Pages, Published 2008 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-0-687-65119-1, ISBN: 0-687-65119-0 "What does it mean to say that salvation is God’s business, and God’s alone? “Who will be saved?” is almost always a question about them, and rarely about us. Thinking itself wrapped securely in the everlasting arms, the church has spent much of its history speculating on whether God will allow anyone else to join the party. But if we truly believe that salvation is God’s business, and God’s alone, then perhaps we should stop asking, ..." |
 | | Pastor A Reader for Ordained Ministry by William H. Willimon, Abingdon Press Paperback, 328 Pages, Published 2002 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-0-687-09788-3, ISBN: 0-687-09788-6 "One of the great sources of discouragement for those in ordained ministry is the perception that they are alone. The challenges and difficulties they face seem all the larger for their frequent lack of mentors and friends with whom to discuss these issues. Yet, according to Willimon, a "cloud of witnesses" surrounds those in ordained ministry, forebears from whom they could learn if they had the opportunity to listen. The challenges an ..." |
 | | Why I Am a United Methodist by William H. Willimon Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 1990 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-0-687-45356-6, ISBN: 0-687-45356-9 "In seven chapters, Willimon examines United Methodism and the ways it has made and continues to make a difference in his life. In an inspiring and enlightening way, he writes of his pride in being part of a church that has grown from one man's experience to a worldwide movement covering the globe with its message. A learning guide for groups and individuals is included. Chapter titles: Because Religion Is of the Heart Because the Bi ..." |
 | | Acts(1st Edition) Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching (Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching & Preaching) by William H. Willimon, Paul Achtemeier Hardcover, 197 Pages, Published 1988 by Westminster John Knox Press ISBN-13: 978-0-8042-3119-0, ISBN: 0-8042-3119-2 "William Willimon combines the latest findings in Lukan scholarship with the pastoral, educational, and theological concerns of the local church to provide a new interpretation of Acts. He bases his commentary on the idea that the purpose of Acts was not to make Christianity acceptable to the Roman state but rather to preserve the integrity of the church against the onslaught of classical culture.Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Te ..." |
 | | Preaching about Conflict in the Local Church(1st Edition) (Preaching About Series) by William H. Willimon Paperback, 120 Pages, Published 1987 by Westminster John Knox Press ISBN-13: 978-0-664-24081-3, ISBN: 0-664-24081-X "... which reflects the prophet's listening to the congregation, is that the preached word might effectively nourish, heal, and inspire the people. The prophet is somewhat like the physician who approaches a patient or the professor who approaches a lecture hall full of students. The preacher wants to give them something, something they would not have if the preacher had not spoken. In 1964, David M. Currie was serving the First Pre ..." |
 | | Stories by Willimon (Hardback) by William H. Willimon Hardcover, 232 Pages, Published 2020 by Abingdon Press ISBN-13: 978-1-5018-9414-5, ISBN: 1-5018-9414-5 "Readers may see themselves or their friends at times in these stories. Fellow storytellers are likely to retell these stories to friends, family, colleagues, and churches." |
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