Reading Karl Barth for the Church: A Guide and Companion

Leading Barth interpreter Kimlyn Bender provides an introduction to the essence of Barth's theology, emphasizing themes that speak to the concerns of the church, the pastorate, and Christian ministry. This book serves as a companion to the first volume of Barth's Church Dogmatics, offering straightforward help for reading and understanding that work in its entirety as well as developing the skills necessary to read more of Barth's writings. Reading schedules (for both the first volume and the complete Church Dogmatics) and discussion questions for individuals and groups are included.From the Back Cover"For those of us who want Karl Barth to be a valued partner in our preaching and ministry, this is the book we've been awaiting. Kimlyn Bender hereby establishes himself as a great interpreter of Barth's theology for the church today. He gives us a grand invitation to dive into the riches of Barth's theology of proclamation and shows us the relevance of Barth's theology for the church tod