Contributors

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  C.S. Lewis Institute

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C.S. Lewis Institute
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C.S. Lewis Institute, in the legacy of C.S. Lewis, works to develop wholehearted disciples of Jesus Christ who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in personal and public life. Founded in 1976 by Dr. James Houston and James R. Hiskey, the Institute provides leading teachers who address important issues of the day from the perspective of Biblical orthodoxy, while also providing discipleship for individuals in small groups.
 
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  Darrell Bock

  New Testament Scholar
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Darrell Bock
New Testament ScholarDarrell Bock is Executive Director of Cultural Engagement and Senior Research Professor of New Testament Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, Texas. He is a graduate of the University of Texas (B.A.), Dallas Theological Seminary (Th.M.), and the University of Aberdeen (Ph.D.). Professor Bock is the author of over 40 books, including well-regarded commentaries on Luke and Acts and studies of the historical Jesus. He was president of the Evangelical Theological Society (ETS) for 2000–2001, is a consulting editor for Christianity Today, and serves on the boards of Wheaton College and Chosen People Ministries.  
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  Randy Newman

  Senior Fellow for Apologetics and Evangelism, CSLI
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Randy Newman
Senior Fellow for Apologetics and Evangelism, CSLI
Randy Newman (1956-2024) was the Senior Fellow for Apologetics and Evangelism at the C.S. Lewis Institute. He taught at several evangelical seminaries. After serving for over 30 years with Campus Crusade for Christ, he established Connection Points, a ministry to help Christians engage people’s hearts the way Jesus did. He has written seven books, Questioning Evangelism, Corner Conversations, Bringing the Gospel Home, Engaging with Jewish People, Unlikely Converts: Improbable Stories of Faith and What They Teach Us About Evangelism, Mere Evangelism. and his most recent, Questioning Faith: Indirect Journeys of Belief through Terrains of Doubt. Randy has also written numerous articles about evangelism and other ways our lives intertwine with God’s creation. He earned his MDiv and PhD in Intercultural Studies from Trinity International University. Randy went home to be with the Lord in May 2024.
 
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  Thomas A. Tarrants

  Author, President Emeritus, CSLI
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Thomas A. Tarrants

Author, President Emeritus, CSLI

Thomas A. Tarrants is President Emeritus of the C.S. Lewis Institute. After serving twelve years as president and nine years as vice President, he retired from his position as Vice President for Ministry and Director, Washington Area Fellows Program, with CSLI in June 2019. He holds a Master's of Divinity Degree, as well as a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Christian Spirituality. Tom is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Church Alliance and a member of the Evangelical Theological Society. He spends his time writing, mentoring, consulting and traveling. His life story is told in Consumed by Hate, Redeemed by Love, published by Thomas Nelson Publishers.

 

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  Rebecca McLaughlin

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Rebecca McLaughlin
Author
Rebecca McLaughlin, Author, grew up in the UK and holds a Ph.D. in English literature from Cambridge University and a theology degree from Oak Hill College in London. In 2008, she moved to America and spent 9 years with The Veritas Forum. In September 2017, she co-founded Vocable Communications. Rebecca is the author of Confronting Christianity; 12 Hard Questions for the World’s Largest Religion and 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity. She continues her writing and speaking as one of the world’s leading Christian apologists while enjoying her family life with her husband and three children.
 
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  Terry Lindvall

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Terry Lindvall
ProfessorTerry Lindvall is the C.S. Lewis Endowed Chair in Communication and Christian Thought, and Professor of Communication at Virginia Wesleyan College. He is known as an engaging, thoughtful and humorous speaker. He is a C.S. Lewis scholar and expert in American film and media, seeking to see how theology and film can intersect. He is the author of several books including, Surprised By Laughter: The Comic World of C.S. Lewis. He has served as a U.S. Army Reserve Chaplain and has taught at Wheaton College, The College of William and Mary, and served as President of Regent University. Lindvall earned his MDiv at Fuller Seminary and PhD at University of Southern California.  
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  Tom Otieno

  Pastor
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Tom Otieno

Pastor

Rev. Tom Otieno has been a pastor for over 20 years and currently serves as the Diocesan Director of Missions for All Saints Cathedral Diocese in the Anglican Church of Kenya. He is an international speaker and the founder of The Well Bethel, an interdenominational prayer, worship, and healing ministry. Rev. Tom is passionate about youth, worship, and family ministry, and he is the author of Understanding The Deliverance Ministry.


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  Amos Nato

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Amos Nato

Speaker

Amos Nato is involved in student ministry and works with Trinity Fellowship as the Regional Ministry Coordinator of Nairobi/Central Region. His ministry focuses on Discipleship and Evangelism in campuses and High schools. He is currently pursuing a Diploma in Ministry at Visions College Australia.


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  J.M. Njoroge

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J.M. Njoroge
SpeakerJ.M. Njoroge is an accomplished apologist and writer. He graduated from Talbot School of Theology with a master’s degree in philosophy, a master’s degree in New Testament studies and a ThM. Njoroge earned his PhD in philosophy from the University of Georgia and was the host of the radio program Let My People Think. He is also known for his work on the Ufalme Experience, a ten-session journey through the Lord’s Prayer. Njoroge’s passion is to help clear the fog between the academy and the church by making the case for the credibility of the gospel of Jesus Christ, in both a winsome and persuasive manner.  
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  Robert Langat

  Bishop
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Robert Langat

Bishop

Rev. Dr. Robert Langat is the bishop of Africa Gospel Church, Kenya.  He has pastored congregations in Kenya and has served as a University Provost and college professor in the United States, Kenya, and Nigeria. He is a graduate of Kenya Highlands Evangelical University and holds an MA in Theology from Wesley Biblical Seminary and a master’s degree and a PhD from Drew University. His passions are teaching, preaching, and living the message of holiness.


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  Gladness Chao

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Gladness Chao

Speaker

Gladness Chao is part of an apprenticeship program at iServe Africa. She has a background in Supply Chain Management and is eager to use her gifts and talents to support ministry and administration of Christian programming. Currently she helps to coordinate children’s, teen’s, and youth ministries at a local Anglican church in Nairobi, Kenya.


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  Agnes Langat

  Pastor
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Agnes Langat

Pastor

Rev. Agnes Langat is the Senior Pastor of Living Word Africa Gospel Church in Donholm, Kenya. She is a graduate of Kenya Highlands Bible College and Wesley Biblical Seminary and is currently pursuing doctoral studies at Indiana Wesley University.