An Unpredictable Gospel
American Evangelicals and World Christianity, 1812-1920
Jay Riley Case
Reviews and Awards
Named an Outstanding Book for Missionary Studies by the International Bulletin of Missionary Research
"Excellent...Case writes with verve, treats his subjects with respect, and covers fascinating material... [T]his book will appeal to a wide audience while stimulating lively debate."--Church History
"American missionaries went out to bring religious change to other countries, but in this highly original study, Jay Case shows that new Christian movements emerging in 19th-century Africa and Asia changed Christianity in America. 'World Christianity' is not just a feature of our times; it was already influencing American religion and culture 150 years ago. This book will change the way we think about missions and American history." --Joel Carpenter, Professor of History and Director of the Nagel Institute, Calvin College
"Jay Riley Case has written an exciting book."--International Bulletin of Missionary Research
"I will not keep you in suspense. This is a brilliant book that should be read by everyone who is interested in the global dynamics of contemporary Christianity...Case has given Evangelicals a marvelous historical resource."--Christian Scholar's Review