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Although the primary role of a Wheaton professor is that of teacher, our faculty regularly conduct research and publish books and articles. Here are just a few of the recent books.

Mark Amstutz, Professor of Politics and International Relations 
The Rules of the Game 
(Paradigm Publishers, 2008) 
A text that uses the metaphor of a game to illustrate how rules structure the political, economic, legal, and moral arenas of international affairs.

Bruce Ellis Benson, Associate Professor/Chair of Philosophy 
Hermeneutics at the Crossroads 
(Indiana University Press, 2006) 
A collection of essays evaluating key themes in hermeneutics and their intersection with philosophy, religion, the arts, literature, and ethics in the contexts of premodernity, modernity, and postmodernity.

Henri Blocher, Knoedler Chair of Biblical and Theological Studies
Always Reforming: Explorations in Systematic Theology
(A.T.B. McGowan, ed., InterVarsity Press, 2006)
A collection of essays on systematic theology intended to refresh, renew, and even reform the church for its next season.

Keith Call, Assistant Archivist, Archives & Special Collections
Images of America: Wheaton
(Arcadia Publishing, 2006)
A pictorial guide to the historical landmarks, artifacts, people, and happenings in Wheaton, Illinois.

Reginald R. Gerig ’42, Professor of Music Emeritus
Famous Pianists & Their Technique
(Indiana University Press, 2007)
A comprehensive resource for musicians that looks at how great pianists from the last three centuries perfected their technique.

Mark Husbands and Timothy Larsen, eds., Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies; McManis Chair
Women, Ministry, and the Gospel: Exploring New Paradigms
(InterVarsity Press, 2007)
Colleague Henri Blocher contributes to this discussion on women in ministry that examines biblical, theological, and ecclesiological perspectives.

The Beauty of God 
(InterVarsity Press, 2007) 
Edited by professors Daniel Treier, Mark Husbands, and Roger Lundin, this collection of essays and illustrations from artists and theologians also includes the work of Wheaton colleagues Jill Palaez Baumgaertner, Bruce Ellis Benson, and E. John Walford. Exploring the connection between Christianity and the arts, The Beauty of God illuminates the Christian significance of the visual arts, music, and literature, as it considers the theological meaning and place of the arts in a fallen world.

Karen Jobes, Hawthorne Chair of Foreign Language
1 Peter
(Baker Academic, 2005)
An exegetical commentary on the book of I Peter that is suitable for academics as well as theologians.

Stanton Jones, Provost 
Ex-gays? 
(InterVarsity Press, 2007) 
A scientific study that examines and supports religiously mediated change from homosexual orientation. Coauthored by Dr. MarkYarhouse M.A. ’93,M.A. ’97, Psy.D. ’98 .

Timothy Larsen, McManis Chair, and Daniel Treier, Associate Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies (eds.) 
Evangelical Theology 
(Cambridge University Press, 2007) 
An exploration of evangelicalism from its historical convictions to its contemporary intellectual contexts and concerns.

Timothy Larsen, McManis Chair of Christian Thought
Crisis of Doubt
(A.T.B. McGowan, ed., InterVarsity Press, 2006)
A collection of essays on systematic theology intended to refresh, renew, and even reform the church for its next season.

Roger Lundin, Blanchard Chair of English
There Before Us
(Wm. B. Eerdmans, 2007)
An exploration of faith in the lives of several American writers—Emerson, Eliot, Thoreau, Twain, Melville, Marx and others.

Scottie May, Assistant Professor of Christian Formation and Ministry 
Perspectives on Children’s Spiritual Formation 
(Broadman & Holman Publishers, 2006) 
An evaluation of how faith is cultivated in children that reflects on various methods of Christian education and determines which is most faithful to Scripture.

Judeo-Christian Perspectives on Psychology 
(American Psychological Association, 2005) 
This series of scholarly essays explores the interface between religion and mental health by examining how psychological models of human nature compare and contrast with a Judeo-Christian view of the individual. Wheaton Provost Dr. Stanton Jones contributes to this collection, which cumulatively discusses how psychological research and practice might differ if informed by theistic perspectives.

John McRay, Professor of New Testament and Archaeology Emeritus 
Bible Archaeology  
(Baker Books, 2005) 
An introduction to biblical archaeology that explores the histories, cultures, and social forces of the earliest civilizations.

A. Scott Moreau, Chair of Intercultural Studies, and Dr. Gene Green, Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies
The Portable Seminary, David Horton, ed.
(Bethany House Publishers, 2006)
An introduction to a biblical studies degree that includes the teachings of respected authors, professors, and leaders, including professors emeriti Walter Elwell ’59, M.A. ’61 and Mark Noll ’68.

Nicholas Perrin, Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies 
Thomas: The Other Gospel 
(Westminster John Knox Press, 2007) 
An analysis of “The Gospel of Thomas” that addresses speculation about its historical origins and its influence in the development of early Christianity.

Bonnie L. Pattison, Visiting Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies
Poverty in the Theology of John Calvin
(Pickwick Publications, 2006)
A discussion of how poverty and affliction—not splendor and glory—mark God’s kingdom on earth according to Calvin’s theology.

Rick Richardson, Associate Professor of Evangelism
Experiencing Healing Prayer
(InterVarsity, 2005)
A resource that explains how prayer can be used to help combat one’s spiritual and emotional struggles.

Rick Richardson, Associate Professor of Evangelism
Reimagining Evangelism
(InterVarsity Press, 2006)
A resource that interprets the process of evangelism as inviting friends on a spiritual journey.

The Sermon on the Mount Through the Centuries 
(Brazos Press, 2007) 
Edited by Associate Dean of Biblical and Theological Studies Dr. Jeffrey Greenman, McManis Chair of Christian Thought Dr. Timothy Larsen, and Blanchard Professor of Theology Dr. Stephen Spencer, this collection of essays examines the different interpretive approaches to the Sermon on the Mount. Highlighting influential biblical scholars and theologians— from Luther and Calvin to Spurgeon and Stott— the authors integrate church history, biblical exegesis, and theology to shed light on the many and varied approaches to Scripture.

David Setran, Associate Professor of Christian Formation & Ministry
The College “Y”
(Palgrave Macmillan, 2007)
A history of the intercollegiate YMCA detailing its role on American campuses in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Joel C. Sheesley, Professor/Chair of Art 
A Broken Beauty  
(Wm. B. Eerdmans, 2005) 
An examination of beauty, brokenness, and the human form from Western Classical and Christian traditions postmodern representations.

Anna Stepanuk, Assistant Professor of English 
Three, Breathing  
(Wave Books, 2006) 
Titled as an allusion to the Trinity, this poem was recognized and published as one of five winners of the 2005 National Poetry Series competition.

Daniel Treier, Associate Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies
Virtue and the Voice of God
(Wm. B. Eerdmans, 2006)
A critical analysis of the nature of theology, theological education, and the interpretation of Scripture to promote an understanding of wisdom.

Peter Walters, Associate Professor of Applied Health Science 
Christian Paths to Health and Wellness 
(Human Kinetics Publishers, 2007) 
A textbook on health and wellness from a God–centered perspective, based on rigorous scientific research and Christian principles.

John Walton, Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies 
The Essential Bible Companion 
(Zondervan, 2006) 
A colorful and engaging resource featuring background information, timelines, and studies on key biblical characters to aid in understanding each book of the Bible.

John Walton, Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies 
Ancient Near Eastern Thought and the Old Testament
(Baker Academic, 2006)
A survey of the interface between the ancient Near East and Israel, addressing some of the major worldviews and value systems found in these regions in conjunction with biblical perspectives.

This Side of Heaven 
(Oxford University Press, 2007) 
Chair of sociology and anthropology Dr. Alvaro Nieves co-edits this collection of essays that evaluates the ways in which Christian communities, practices, and discourses have been influenced by racial ideologies. Wheaton colleagues Drs. Vincent Bacote, Brian Howell, Steve Kang, Derek McNeil, Carlos Pozzi, and Kersten Bayt Priest also contribute interdisciplinary insights to this volume, which addresses issues such as the history of Christian churches and leaders in relation to slavery, segregation, and apartheid; the biblical texts and doctrines that have historically been applied and are relevant to the racial and ethnic crises of our day; the ways in which religious leaders have constructively engaged such crises; and others.