Faithful in the Meantime: A Biblical View of Final Things and Present Responsibilities

by Barry L. Callen

A study guide to accompany the book is available free upon request at time of order. In this book Barry Callen charts various eschatological models, identifies factors which influence one's interpretation of Scripture, and concludes that "the pressing issue of Christian 'eschatology'...is not speculating on details of God's coming future, but addressing how best to relate 'final things' and 'present responsibilities.'" This book will be useful to those with a strong scholarly interest in the subject of eschatology, while also being accessible to others who care deeply about the practical aspects of being faithful disciples of Christ in these "last days."

284 pages, Paperback

First published May 15, 1997

About the author

Barry L. Callen is University Professor Emeritus of Christian Studies at Anderson University, Editor of Anderson University Press and the Wesleyan Theological Journal, and Special Assistant to the General Director of Church of God Ministries. A college and seminary dean and professor at Anderson University for thirty-nine years, Dr. Callen has authored thirty-five books, including his autobiography A Pilgrim’s Progress (2008). Recent other volumes include: Discerning the Divine (Westminster/John Knox 2004); Authentic Spirituality (Baker Academic/Emeth Press 2001, 2006); and The Scripture Principle, with Clark Pinnock (Baker Academic/Emeth Press 2006, 2009). He holds academic degrees from Geneva College, Anderson University, Asbury Theological Seminary, Chicago Theological Seminary, and Indiana University. He is a founding officer and current corporate secretary of Horizon International, a Christian ministry to AIDS orphans in Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.