The Best of the Reformed Journal

Iain R. Torrance -- Princeton Theological Seminary "A distance of twenty years allows us to see the enormous influence and sheer integrity of The Reformed Journal. These landmark essays enabled Reformed Christians to navigate issues even more challenging and explosive than those we face today. What a gift this collection is!" Mark A. Noll -- University of Notre Dame "The Reformed Journal, which was once a tonic for serious readers, makes a much welcomed reprise in this splendid anthology. Jim Bratt and Ron Wells are the luckiest ones for getting to read all forty years of the magazine, but all who take up their selection of oldies but goodies will be amply rewarded as well. Sober (and not so sober) cultural analysis, solid theology worn lightly, whimsy and occasional touches of angst, literary insight, and a few moments of insider Dutch baseball -- once again, it's all here." Nicholas Wolterstorff -- Yale University "The contributors to The Reformed Journal were astoundingly omnivorous in what they selected for comment and opinion from a Reformed perspective. And their writing was superb -- always perceptive, often surprising, now and then whimsical, often sharply critical but never mean-spirited, breathing a generous spirit and a relaxed orthodoxy -- the progressive, theologically serious Reformed tradition at its finest. This collection is a sparkling jewel, worth coming back to again and again." Presbyterian Outlook "This is a treasure-trove of essays of the best theological engagement with contemporary culture. Here Reformed theology is brilliantly displayed with humor, critical insight, humility and a precise cultural critique that remains valuable for those navigating the waters of theology and culture." Pro Rege "What surprises the readers who pick up this collection is the sheer brilliance of the writing." Books & Culture "Richly illustrated the magazine's role as a small but pungent intellectual stewpot."