Kairos : Evangelical Journal of Theology

The new issue of Kairos presents a diverse and stimulating collection of articles that connect biblical, theological, historical, and practical insights into the life of faith and the church.

In Enthroned Upon the Praises, Zachary Shaffer explores the functions of worship through the lens of temple theology in Revelation 4 and 5, showing how worship shapes our vision of the world as God’s temple. Benjamin D. Spector, in A Theological Vision for Discipleship, emphasizes that discipleship is God’s initiative and work, and that the practice of making disciples should be grounded in God’s Word, Spirit, and the life of the church community.

Kotel Dadon, in The Poetry of Suffering in Lamentations, offers a literary and theological analysis of the Book of Lamentations, viewing it as a key work of Jewish culture that connects historical trauma with the enduring question of faith in a just God amidst suffering. Iva Đaković presented the historical contribution in The Development and Activities of Christ’s Church of Brethren in Zagreb, which portrays the life and work of one of the most active evangelical communities in Croatia during the second half of the 20th century.

Delia Doina Mihai, in Five Practical Applications of Honesty with God in the Christian Life, addresses the practical dimension of faith, highlighting the importance of transparency and an honest relationship with God as the foundation for spiritual growth and renewal.

Together, these articles invite deeper reflection on worship, discipleship, suffering, church history, and personal piety, offering a valuable contribution to contemporary theological discourse.