Reading the Bible with Bonhoeffer: A Study in Discipleship and Courage
Sep 2026 · Abingdon Press
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Read Scripture alongside a courageous disciple.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer was above all else a lifelong reader of Scripture whose engagement with the Bible shaped his identity, guided his pastoral work, and sustained his resistance to Nazi tyranny. Drawing from moments across his life—his family roots, travels, friendships, Harlem awakening, seminary leadership, imprisonment, and even his engagement to marry—this book shows how all that Bonhoeffer thought and did grew out of a deep reading of Scripture, which bore the fruit of a rich wisdom that called him to courage, love, and costly discipleship. By exploring texts upon which he preached and wrote letters, James C. Howell highlights how Bonhoeffer's close reading of Scripture became God's call during turbulent times, and a bold awareness that his life belonged to God, even in the face of uncertainty, suffering, and evil. This book invites us to read for ourselves today, imagining Bonhoeffer reading with us, so that we might, too, become faithful, probing, and courageous readers of the Bible and Jesus’ followers in the real world.
Each book includes everything you need for a meaningful study experience, plus a companion code to redeem on Amplify Media and stream all video sessions and leader resources. Internet connection required. Code is non-transferable, may not be sold separately, and is subject to expiration.
Ideal for: Individual study, church small groups, Sunday school classes, and congregational studies.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer was above all else a lifelong reader of Scripture whose engagement with the Bible shaped his identity, guided his pastoral work, and sustained his resistance to Nazi tyranny. Drawing from moments across his life—his family roots, travels, friendships, Harlem awakening, seminary leadership, imprisonment, and even his engagement to marry—this book shows how all that Bonhoeffer thought and did grew out of a deep reading of Scripture, which bore the fruit of a rich wisdom that called him to courage, love, and costly discipleship. By exploring texts upon which he preached and wrote letters, James C. Howell highlights how Bonhoeffer's close reading of Scripture became God's call during turbulent times, and a bold awareness that his life belonged to God, even in the face of uncertainty, suffering, and evil. This book invites us to read for ourselves today, imagining Bonhoeffer reading with us, so that we might, too, become faithful, probing, and courageous readers of the Bible and Jesus’ followers in the real world.
Each book includes everything you need for a meaningful study experience, plus a companion code to redeem on Amplify Media and stream all video sessions and leader resources. Internet connection required. Code is non-transferable, may not be sold separately, and is subject to expiration.
Ideal for: Individual study, church small groups, Sunday school classes, and congregational studies.
Read Scripture alongside a courageous disciple.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer was above all else a lifelong reader of Scripture whose engagement with the Bible shaped his identity, guided his pastoral work, and sustained his resistance to Nazi tyranny. Drawing from moments across his life—his family roots...
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James C. Howell is the senior pastor of Myers Park United Methodist Church in Charlotte, NC, and the author of more than 20 books, including Weak Enough to Lead, Conversations with St. Francis, The Life We Claim, and The Beautiful Work of Learning to Pray. His podcast, “Maybe I’m Amazed,” blogs, and retreats are popular, as are his work on leadership and community activism.
James C. Howell is the senior pastor of Myers Park United Methodist Church in Charlotte, NC, and the author of more than 20 books, including Weak Enough to Lead, Conversations with St. Francis, The Life We Claim, and The Beautiful Work of Learning to Pray. His podcast, “Maybe I’m Amazed,” blogs, ...
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