BOOK NOTES

 

  For those who want a concise, first-rate dictionary of the Bible we recommend Erdmans Bible Dictionary. It is hailed by scholars as a veritable mine of information and Christianity Today refers to it as the finest in its class and a powerful aid to understanding the Bible. It tells about every name and place mentioned in the Bible and there introductions to every book. We will send you a copy at $29.95 postpaid.

The Mind of Christ is a 274-page Festschrift in honor of Seth Wilson, longtime professor at Ozark Christian College. Edited by Lynn Gardner, various writers present essays of general interest about the Bible. Considering the exemplary life of the one it honors, we can say that the book is well- titled. $12.95 postpaid.

Our people are becoming more Interested in their history and heritage, and this is a good time to say that Alexander Campbell believed that history is best studied through biography. So you would do well to collect biographies of our history as they become available. One such one, just off the press, is Moses Lard: That Prince of Preachers by Kenneth Van Deusen. The commitment of this old pioneer will inspire you and his preaching will move you, even if you do not always agree. $12.95 postpaid.

It may sound expensive but it is a library of information in one volume. The ten-volume Theological Dictionary of the New Testament has been abridged into a single volume of 1400 pages. It is a magnificent achievement, for one gets the best of 8,420 pages of scholarly information. This is called "the Little Kittel," in that it gives the essence of the great Kittel's comprehensive discussions of 2300 theological words in the New Testament. It is clearly and concisely done, appropriate for any serious student. $49.95 postpaid.

Walt Yancey's Endangered Heritage: An Examination of Church of Christ Doctrine has impressed those who have read it. Orthodox circles insist that it should never have been published, while others want their friends to read it once they see that it "Lets the cat out of the bag" in terms of how the Church of Christ got into the sectarian mess that its in. It has special merit in that it is written by an unknown, an accomplished scientist who has quietly sat in the pew all these years, thinking. $12.95 postpaid.

Captives of the Word by Louis and Bess Cochran has been reprinted by College Press, and we can thank God for that, for this provides in capsule form, only 252 pages, a delightful and  informative history of Disciples of Christ, Christian Churches, and Churches of Christ. The chapter on "Goodbye to the Baptists," which tells of our separation from that church, illustrates the relaxed way in which the story unfolds. $12.95 postpaid.
 

Due to an extended illness of our book binder our bound volume for 1985-86 is delayed, but if you have a standing order it will eventually be sent to you. We have five other bound volumes still available, which are $40 for all five, postpaid, if you pay in advance. These are: Principles of Unity and Fellowship (1977), $5.95; The Ancient Order (1978), $5.95; Blessed Are the Peacemakers and With All the Mind (1979-80), $10.50; Jesus Today (1981-82), $10.50; The Doe of the Dawn (1983-84), $10.50. These five volumes cover eight years of publication, 1977-1984.

You may send this journal to others at the reduced rate of only $3.00 per name per year in clubs of four or more, $12.00 minimum. Some of our most appreciative readers have come to us this way.

When you move it is important that you not only inform us in advance, but that you send us both your old and new addresses.

We have purchased an Apple Macintosh Computer, and by year's end our mailing will be computerized. And Ouida will be setting type for this journal on the computer 5 Image Writer, which should reduce our costs and increase efficiency. This means that our antique Addressograph and Graphotype, along with thousands of metal plates, will go to the junkyard and then we will have more room in our garage office. Ouida is excited! She will no longer have to dislodge stuck plates with a screwdriver.

We have been spoiled by the enthusiastic reception of The Stone-Campbell Movement by Leroy Garrett, which tells the story of our history. You can still get a copy for $21.95 postpaid, if you pay in advance. We still offer a bonus copy when you send us $24.00 for eight subs to this journal, new or renewal, including your own. Upwards of 10,000 copies of the history have now been sold.