Settled Views (eBook)

Andrew M. Eason is associate professor of religion and director of the Centre for Salvation Army Studies at Booth University College.Roger J. Green is professor emeritus of biblical and theological studies at Gordon College.

Chapter 1 Preacher of Salvation (Introduction by Andrew M. Eason and Roger J. Green)Chapter 2 Teacher of Holiness (Introduction by Andrew M. Eason and Roger J. Green)Chapter 3 Promoter of Female Ministry (Introduction by Andrew M. Eason)Chapter 4 Denouncer of Iniquity (Introduction by Andrew M. Eason)Chapter 5 Supporter of World Missions (Introduction by Andrew M. Eason)Conclusion (By Andrew M. Eason)

“Catherine Booth is one of the most important Christian leaders of the nineteenth century. Nevertheless, she has received surprisingly little attention from scholars. Settled Views is a landmark achievement. It is by far the most valuable source for identifying and understanding the thought and writings of the Mother of the Salvation Army. Finally Booth’s own voice is the one being heard: though dead, yet she still speaks powerfully to our twenty-first century world.”

“Settled Views is a valuable collection of the shorter writings of the co-founder and early theologian of The Salvation Army. Following a helpful biographical sketch of Catherine Booth’s life, the editors provide a judicious selection of material from her booklets, articles, and letters, thematically arranging them in five categories: evangelism, holiness, female ministry, social concern, and world missions. Each theme is introduced in a contextually-sensitive, well-documented manner, making this work an important resource for understanding the theological contributions of the ‘Army Mother.’”

By all accounts Catherine Booth was a fascinating woman and a remarkable leader as co-founder of the Salvation Army. In this anthology of her shorter writings, however, Eason and Green introduce you to a remarkable preacher, theologian, and apologist for women in ministry. Essentially Wesleyan in character, these writings demonstrate her passion for holiness of heart and life and her vision of abundant life for everyone. Her vision of a whole gospel for all people throughout the world provided the foundation for her practical theology. Extremely well-researched. Focused. Inspiring. Challenging. Required reading. Through the lens of these short writings, you will encounter a panoramic portrait of Catherine Booth as theologian.