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This work contains a nice summary of atonement theories from the perspective of a progressive Christian. If the dominant Evangelical model of Penal Substitutionary Atonement doesn't seem to you like the only or best illustration of God's saving work in Jesus, this book is a worthwhile read.
It is approachable, having begun its life as a blog series. It is not particularly technical, but it is helpful for curious Christians who wish to broaden their understanding of historical developments in atonement theory and the models we have developed to illustrate them.
It is approachable, having begun its life as a blog series. It is not particularly technical, but it is helpful for curious Christians who wish to broaden their understanding of historical developments in atonement theory and the models we have developed to illustrate them.
A very brief dance with prayer, written for those who find the idea a bit stressful.
Not my favorite Lamott book personally, but I can certain see its usefulness to many folks who need a charming and fun approach to praying. Thanks, Anne.
Not my favorite Lamott book personally, but I can certain see its usefulness to many folks who need a charming and fun approach to praying. Thanks, Anne.
Gilead a meditative family memoir, written by a dying, 77-year-old pastor and father's to his almost-seven-year-old son.
The story is an extended tale of family and Christian ministry, loss and hope, rhythms of living in a small town on the plains, theology and reflections on a life nearly extinguished.
Gilead reminded me of Tinkers in its perspective from the end of life. I enjoyed Tinkers more than Gilead, though Gilead does have a deeper spiritual grounding.
The story is an extended tale of family and Christian ministry, loss and hope, rhythms of living in a small town on the plains, theology and reflections on a life nearly extinguished.
Gilead reminded me of Tinkers in its perspective from the end of life. I enjoyed Tinkers more than Gilead, though Gilead does have a deeper spiritual grounding.
Duncan's Celtic Christianity is a well-researched history of Celtic Christianity.
I particularly appreciated the discussion of Augustine's cultural context and the impact of a his own conversion experience and cultural context on his understanding of sin and the human body (which led to his doctrine of inherited sin, which fueled Calvinism's Total Depravity doctrine, ...)
I particularly appreciated the discussion of Augustine's cultural context and the impact of a his own conversion experience and cultural context on his understanding of sin and the human body (which led to his doctrine of inherited sin, which fueled Calvinism's Total Depravity doctrine, ...)
Lying Awake is the story of a Carmelite nun who has lived decades in her convent in a life expressed in loving service.
When she begins to experience mystical visions and a profound sense of love and union with God, she is overjoyed with the deepening of this relationship. She writes and publishes poetry in these states.
However, these visions are accompanied by headaches, perhaps migraines.
When she is medically examined for these headaches, her doctor finds a small, benign tumor which can be safely removed - but may also be the source of her mystical visions.
The story of Sister John is told with compassion, love and a deep sense of humanity. The language used is clean and efficient, but honors the life and then the upheaval of Sister Joan's circumstance. The nature of service to God is carefully considered in a way that is fascinating and moving.
I loved this book, and will reread this many times over.
When she begins to experience mystical visions and a profound sense of love and union with God, she is overjoyed with the deepening of this relationship. She writes and publishes poetry in these states.
However, these visions are accompanied by headaches, perhaps migraines.
When she is medically examined for these headaches, her doctor finds a small, benign tumor which can be safely removed - but may also be the source of her mystical visions.
The story of Sister John is told with compassion, love and a deep sense of humanity. The language used is clean and efficient, but honors the life and then the upheaval of Sister Joan's circumstance. The nature of service to God is carefully considered in a way that is fascinating and moving.
I loved this book, and will reread this many times over.
