Baker Academic Fall 2024 Catalog

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The Nicene Creed A Scriptural, Historical, and Theological Commentary Jared Ortiz and Daniel A. Keating This accessible introduction to the Nicene Creed explains how the Creed is anchored in the Bible and how it came to be written and confessed in the early history of the church. “A great textbook for introductory theology classes as well as for study groups. Deeply rooted in Scripture and the Church Fathers, this book exemplifies what Christian instruction at its best can be.” —MATTHEW LEVERING, Mundelein Seminary “A wonderful tool—indeed, a treasure trove—for those prepared to follow the authors in unpacking these rich phrases that Christians have recited for centu- ries.” —EDITH M. HUMPHREY, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary (emerita) Jared Ortiz (PhD, The Catholic University of America) is professor of religion at Hope College and cofounder and executive director of the Saint Benedict Institute for Catholic Thought, Culture, and Evangelization. Daniel A. Keating (DPhil, Oxford University) is professor of theology at Sacred Heart Major Seminary.

NOW AVAILABLE • 240 pp. • paper • $24.99 • 9781540965110

The Holy Spirit in the Christian Life The Spirit’s Work for, in, and through Us Cheryl M. Peterson

This book offers a fresh look at the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, focusing specifi - cally on the question of the person and work of the Spirit in the Christian life.

“I highly recommend this book for use in colleges, seminaries, and congrega- tions and to anyone interested in the work of the Holy Spirit in our time.” —LOIS MALCOLM, Luther Seminary “Peterson has composed for us a beautiful, well-constructed, and inspiring symphonic poem in three movements. Under the grand theme of the Holy Spirit as our life giver, companion, and empowerer, the composer joyfully invites us to participate in the transformative work of the Spirit for us, in us, and through us. Bravo! Encore!” —LEOPOLDO A. SÁNCHEZ M., Center for Hispanic Studies, Concordia Seminary

Cheryl M. Peterson (PhD, Marquette University) is the academic dean at Wartburg Theological Seminary.

NOW AVAILABLE • 208 pp. • paper • $24.99 • 9781540963925

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