Comments on "Night Shift: Crossing the Cultural Line for the Kingdom"

Joy Bolton Kelly, MK and pastor's wife:

 “I totally agree with [Mary Anthony's] review. Excellent book, Howard. One I would urgently recommend to anyone in ministry.”

Mary Anthony, writer, teacher and missionary who served in Latin America and East Asia:

“[Kenyon] writes in an easy, contemporary style, is not neglectful of humor, and avoids wowing us with ponderous Christian cliché. Speaking from personal experience as a “night shift” worker in a sensitive culture, he presents an extensive overview of the theology, philosophy and sociology of Missions. In an age that is rapidly descending into greater political turmoil and gross spiritual darkness, he has drawn a bold, new blueprint for those willing to cross cultural borders in the night, and work in hidden ways, while remaining sensitive to the creative ways of God’s Spirit to grant them access, to give them relevant cultural keys, that they might build a “highway for their God”.”

Otto Wegner, pastor, Philadelphia, PA

“I awoke early this AM and read the first 50+ pages! Excellent! Amen! Important material for the Kingdom.”

Luella Dreyer, in preliminary comments, before finishing Part III:

"I like the biographical references. The "wrap-up, to the point, reflection, action" sections at the end of each chapter are excellent. ...should... be a required handbook for any sincere Christian (college-level reading)."

Ruth Merrill, Someone who loves Jesus and is a missionary:

"You will CERTAINLY want to read the book! It has challenged me once again to discipleship in the trenches!"

Paul W. Lewis, Academic Dean, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio, Philippines:

"Rarely do you find a book that in clear ways is able to bridge the gap between biblical and theological underpinnings and the practicality of fleshing out the Christian life. Dr. Howard Kenyon is able not only to do this, but he also concisely presents biblical models and a theological framework for missional work in the marketplace within a cross-cultural setting which was birthed out his own life experience. As such, he has not only unmistakably articulated a tome for the cross-cultural agent who lives within Creative Access situations, he has also provided the tools and written in a way understandable to all believers for 'crossing the cultural line for the kingdom'." Having known Dr. Howard Kenyon for almost 30 years as a colleague and friend, his life has modeled and reflected what is noted in this work. Thus, I highly recommend this book for all believers, including for small groups and especially for those called to a Creative Access situation."

Dennis Gaylor, National Director, Chi Alpha Campus Ministries, USA:

"Dr. Howard Kenyon in Night Shift explains that if you are a Christian you are a cross-cultural agent. You are commanded to cross borders - geographically, ethnically, culturally, socially, materially and spiritually. You bridge the cultures of death and life, of hell and heaven, of evil and good, of now and forever. Kenyon presents the challenges and opportunities of crossing cultures by providing tremendous insights and examples that at every level of ministry and every level of service, the work of God is cross-cultural. Kenyon's incarnational, relational and communication practices brings a richness to his book that will challenge you to think differently about fulfilling God's mission in the world."

Dave Bollenbacher, Executive Director, Kids Across Cultures:

"Writing from years of experience living and serving abroad, Howard Kenyon provides a challenging and practical work on what it means to be a cross-cultural Christ follower."