Posts Tagged ‘Langham Publishing’
How contextual commentary changes things for everyday Christians
M’bra Barthelemy has been a Christian for 40 years. He lives in Côte d’Ivoire, a West African country known for rainforests and beaches. M’bra originally gave his life to Jesus on July 17th 1985, when another Christian told him the good news of Jesus. That person became the founder of Christian Missionary Alliance Evangelical church…
Read MoreSeeing reality in the pages of the Bible with Mauricio Solis
Pastor Mauricio Solis has been serving in Costa Rica for the past 23 years. Previously a psychologist, now he is at the forefront of leading his congregation at West Abundant Life Church in San José. The publication of the Latin American Bible Commentary has shaped his teaching and his ministry. The gospel preached to everyone…
Read MoreConnecting Scripture to life to transform lives in Africa
Be part of enriching the church of Africa through the revised Africa Bible Commentary For over 18 years, the Africa Bible Commentary has been a lifeline for thousands of pastors, teachers, and church leaders across Africa. According to pastor Elizabeth Mburu from Kenya, it has transformed the way pastors in Africa are able to reach…
Read MoreTeaching and tools transforming South Asia
In a busy city in South Asia, educator Mammen Samuel teaches at the local theological college because of his passion for seeing his region shaped by Christ. One of his colleagues is Langham Scholar Dr Havilah Dharamraj – although previously she was his teacher! Called to teaching Mammen started in ministry in the church, and…
Read MoreWorking with unity amid war for the Slavic Bible Commentary
Born into a large Christian family in Ukraine, Helga Marchak is one of 11 children. Her parents were committed Christians during the Soviet era when Christianity was forbidden. During this time they even ran an underground publishing house, printing New Testaments and Christian literature in their small apartment. “They couldn’t get a higher education because…
Read MoreA Commentary for the People: Daniel Salinas and the Vision for Latin America
For Daniel Salinas, contributing to the Latin American Bible Commentary wasn’t just about adding theological insights—it was about giving a voice to the Latin American church. As a Langham Scholar and theologian from Colombia, Daniel’s academic journey has taken him from Bogotá to the United States and across virtual classrooms worldwide. But it’s his contribution…
Read MoreThree female Langham authors you need to read
There are many wonderful voices shared through the publishing work of Langham Literature, and this month, we wanted to draw your attention to three women well worth your attention. These authors are just a small selection of the intelligent and insightful female Langham authors with works you should read! Dr Ksenija Magda Dr Ksenija Magda…
Read MoreEmpowering local voices through contextual literature
In the heart of Francophone Africa in Côte d’Ivoire, a pastor and editor named Stéphane Bilé is championing the cause of contextual literature through his role at LivresHippo, a publishing initiative of Langham Literature. Stéphane’s journey into editorial work began in 2015 when he was presented with an opportunity by his former professor, Dr Solomon…
Read MoreMore than words – sharing books that enable faithful preaching
What would you do if you needed to get a book to prepare for a series of sermons? Head to the library, a local bookstore or most commonly – just jump online and order it directly to your door! For much of the Majority World, this unfettered access to books and resources isn’t possible. Whether…
Read MoreTraining the whole church to know and serve Jesus
Dinorah B. Méndez is a Langham Scholar who is working and ministering in her home country of Mexico. She is the director of Byblos Institute in Durango, Mexico, a centre of strategic biblical training for lay leaders. Seeing the whole church equipped Dinorah did her PhD at Oxford Centre for Mission Studies, UK on a…
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