The Collected Writings of James Leo Garrett Jr., 1950–2015: Volume One

“James Leo Garrett, Jr. is one of the most consequential Baptist theologians of our time and this collection of his published writings is a great gift to all those who study the people of God called Baptists. Both the breadth of Garrett’s vision, and the depth of his spirituality and churchmanship, shine through in each section of this impressive anthology.”


 —Timothy George, Beeson Divinity School of Samford University





“For those of us who embrace Baptist heritage and identity, these volumes summarize our history, convictions, and aspirations. They provide a framework for celebrating Garrett’s contribution to theological thought, but more importantly, honor God for gifting the Church with such a profound intellectual leader. You will be taught, encouraged, and challenged by interacting with the breadth of doctrinal insight in these volumes.”   


—Jeff Iorg, Gateway Seminary





“James Leo Garrett, Jr. is one of Southern Baptists’ most distinguished and important theologians in the latter half of the twentieth century. His impact is difficult to put into words. It would be a tragedy if future generations were not exposed to the wisdom and theological insights of this faithful servant of the Church of the Lord Jesus. This project will ensure that does not happen. How grateful I am for it.”


—Daniel L. Akin, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary 





“The first volume of The Collected Writings of James Leo Garrett Jr. is a marvelous gift for a new generation of students as well as all who are interested in Baptist and evangelical history. Wyman Richardson is to be commended and congratulated for his coordination of this valuable project. This collection makes available the most significant writings from the premier Southern Baptist theologian over the second half of the twentieth century. Readers will be introduced to the important themes of Baptist theology and Baptist history that have shaped Garrett’s careful thinking and thoughtful writings through the years.”


—David S. Dockery, Trinity International University/Trinity Evangelical Divinity School





“Passing by an encyclopedia of church history in my library the other day, I had the thought, ‘There is the mind of James Leo Garrett.’ On the most important matters and in the extent to which he grasped the whole of Baptist and church history, I believe this to be one of the greatest gifts ever given to the Lord’s church. Southwestern Seminary is forever in debt to this gracious Christian.” 


—Paige Patterson, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary