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Books (880.3300) The Other Jesus : Rejecting a religion of fear for the God of love
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| Author: |
Garrett, Greg. |
| Publisher: |
Westminster John Knox Press, 2011 |
| Length: |
126 pages |
| Heading: |
035 — Christian Life
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| Subjects: |
Christian Life; Faith; Theology, Doctrinal / Popular works |
| Location: |
BT77 .G36 2011 |
| # Copies: |
1 |
| ISBN/ISSN: |
9780664234041
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| Description: |
Contents: Introduction: the problem of contemporary Christianity -- Faith andbelief -- God: creator, redeemer, sustainer -- The Bible and theology --Sacramental faith -- Spiritual practice -- Sin and salvation -- Ecclesia:the people of God -- The reign of God -- The end of things -- Friends orrivals?: living in a multi-faith world.
Many Americans associate "Christian" with judgemental attitudes, hypocrisy, fear of hell, and a commitment to right wing politics. The author shares his story of growing up in and leaving that type of church and finding his way to a Christian community that is communal. missional, just, and loving. |
| Age Groups: |
None specified.
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