Thunder, Wonder, & Enchantment

No. 256

The Enchanted Orchard: Summer of 1980

The Enchanted Orchard: Summer of 1980 continues the dramatic exploration of Jonathan Edwards’ enchanted world view. Thunder God, Wonder God provides the historical and theological rationale for Edwards’ emblematic vision, while The Enchanted Orchard provides an imaginative case study which is both accessible and entertaining.

A coming-of-age story that climaxes in dramatic theological discovery—journey with David as he adjusts to a new home, new youth group, new school, new friends, and eventually finds hope in the midst of all of his stress and anxiety.

Twelve-year-old David’s life is messy and stressful. After his parents’ divorce, he finds himself moving from the city to the country in the summer of 1980. Unknown to him, a whole new universe awaits at his grandparents’ house in rural North Central Texas. The Enchanted Orchard: Summer of 1980 recounts the intersection of David’s ordinary life with a world that is enchanted by the presence of the Creator God.

THUNDER GOD, WONDER GOD: EXPLORING THE EMBLEMATIC VISION OF JONATHAN EDWARDS

Rob Boss, Foreword by Gerald McDermott

Endorsements for Thunder God, Wonder God:

“Boss’s study goes well beyond what others have done before...adds significantly to understanding Edwards.” MARK A. NOLL, author of The Rise of Evangelicalism: The Age of Edwards, Whitefield, and the Wesleys

“A marvelous introduction to Edwards’ typological vision.” DOUGLAS A. SWEENEY, Dean of Beeson Divinity School, Samford University

“A deeply fascinating book...a rich scholarly study.” ROBERT W. CALDWELL III, Professor of Church History, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

“A must-read...ignites hope in a world that feigns hopelessness.” MARTY MARTIN, Lead Pastor, Northstar Church, Panama City, FL

Thunder God, Wonder God, Hardcover ISBN 978-1737902676

Thunder God, Wonder God, Paperback ISBN 978-1737902652

The Enchanted Orchard: Summer of 1980, Paperback ISBN 978-1737902683