Reviews of one twenty-seven

“an inspiring and practical resource for believers seeking to deepen their understanding of God's heart for the vulnerable. This study beautifully weaves together the book of James and real-life applications, offering insights on how to care for orphans and build strong, families. Perfect for small groups or individual reflection, this book empowers readers to live out their faith through compassionate action and family stewardship.” 
Rev. Barbara Miner, Executive Pastor
Floris United Methodist Church, Reston, Virginia
 
“a clear and deeply compelling call to heed the commandments in James 1:27, to look upon and care for the widow and orphan. It provides the critically important cultural and historically context for who the widow and orphan might actually be, to inform our own understanding today. The study leads us to let go of guilt-led responses and towards an embracing a life that is aligned with the nature in which we were created. As an advocate for family-based solutions for orphaned and vulnerable children, I see this study as a powerful invitation to join the collective mission of Christ followers to see every child remain in, find, or return to a safe and loving family.” 
Elli Oswald, Executive Director
Faith to Action, Seattle, Washington 
 
“James 1:27 is an often misunderstood verse. This study provides the rich historical context and careful scholarship to help Christians understand how to we can live out our Biblical call to care for orphans. I highly recommend this study to churches who wish to go deeper in their understanding of God’s heart, and our responsibility, toward orphans and vulnerable children. “
Kristen Lowry, International Orphan Care Consultant 
Send Relief, Naivasha, Nakuru, Kenya
 
 
 
“I enjoyed the piece quite a bit. It deeply resonates with where my head is right now, and how I framed my drash of the Binding of Isaac for Rosh HaShana morning. The writing is not too dense, but it is academic. I especially like the call to action in the last part." 
Rabbi Elizabeth Goldstein, Senior Rabbi 
Congregation Ner Shalom, Woodbridge, Virginia
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