Not Called

“What does it mean to be called to God? What about being called by God? . . . Is ‘call’ even the right word to use as we attempt to answer these questions? Richard Kronk gives us a tour de force as he answers these questions biblically, historically, and pastorally. And as he clears away the fog of misunderstanding, he calls us back to a renewed commitment to make disciples among all nations for the glory of God.”


—Gregory C. Strand, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School





“Kronk applies his sharp research skills to the question of ‘God’s call to ministry.’ . . . The reader is challenged to see the shortcomings of long-held understandings of a ‘call’ before bringing us back to a unique understanding that is fully biblical and consistent with life realities. . . . I commend this book to pastors and mission leaders as we engage those who are walking by faith to bring the treasure of the gospel to the nations!”


—R. Stephen Coffey, Director, Christar US





“Kronk has worked through the issues of calling and guidance with unusual skill, biblical wisdom, and insight. And it’s thorough! It brings to bear years of service to God and Muslim people and tackles the uncertainties that beset everyone in ministry at some point. Individual believers, missions committees, agencies, NGOs, and professors need this work for their own decision-making.”


—Michael Pocock, Dallas Theological Seminary, emeritus