An Analytic Theology of Evangelism

""An Analytic Theology of Evangelism fills a critical gap in analytic theology by presenting a compelling approach to evangelization that will greatly benefit all Christians. Tyler McNabb covers a broad range of historical and systematic issues, offering a compelling rationale for evangelization while countering contemporary objections to it. This concise yet profound work is essential reading for anyone seeking to proclaim the gospel in today's world."" --Matthew J. Ramage, professor of theology, Benedictine College ""Having accepted a convergence between Catholic and Protestant teaching on justification, Tyler McNabb was free to produce a thoroughly workable approach to Christian evangelism. Congratulations!"" --Gerald O'Collins, research professor and writer-in-residence, Jesuit Theological College ""In this slim volume, Tyler McNabb dares to enter a realm that few philosophers, especially analytic ones, have ever tried to navigate. With ecumenical flourish, he shows that there are important issues in the nature and practice of evangelism that are distinctly philosophical. He also advances the discussion as he deftly points the way to solutions that deserve further attention from his fellow philosophers."" --Jerry L. Walls, professor of philosophy, scholar in residence, Houston Christian University ""We are living in an age where people have a basic awareness of the world's religions and society fosters certain negative sensibilities towards the practice of evangelism. Why and how should Christians evangelize in a setting like this? McNabb helps readers navigate these waters with analytic precision and lucid prose. His passion for evangelism can be seen in the way he argues his case by bringing together Catholic and Protestant thought in unique ways."" --Ryan Mullins, University of Lucerne, Palm Beach Atlantic University, University of Helsinki ""Tyler McNabb's analytic theology of evangelism is original, insightful, and illuminating. It is a model of philosophical rigor that provides the tools to help Christian philosophers, clergy, and ordinary believers appreciate why the church has warrant to share the gospel."" --Francis J. Beckwith, professor of philosophy, associate director of graduate studies in philosophy, Baylor University ""This book wonderfully captures the theological and philosophical contours of evangelism. It attends to the crucial questions and issues while seeking to develop a constructive model from an analytic perspective. The tone of the book is ecumenical and refreshingly astute in its engagement with the relevant theological and philosophical issues, questions, and challenges."" --Frederick Aquino, professor of systematic theology, Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University