Mere Theology: Christian Faith And The Discipleship Of The Mind by Alister McGra

Description: Mere Theology by Alister McGrath Mere Theology sets out to explore how the great tradition of Christian theological reflection enriches our faith and deepens our engagement with the concerns and debates of the world around us. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description For thoughtful Christians and Agnostics alike.Are you looking to understand the role of Christianity in the making of the modern Western world?Will provide encouragement and stimulation to develop a discipleship of the mind.In this inviting, accessible and exhilarating volume, Alister McGrath explores how the great tradition of Christian theological reflection can enrich our faith and deepen our engagement with the concerns and debates of the world around us.The first part of the book deals with the purpose, place and relevance of Christian theology. It provides a helpful introduction to:· the role of theology in transforming the way we see things;· how we might handle theological ambiguity;· the difference the Christian faith makes to our treatment of the natural world;· the link between theology and apologetics.The focus then switches to engaging with contemporary culture and concerns, including many issues raised by the new atheism. The second part of the work deals with the relation of the natural sciences and faith: here the core arguments of recent atheist writers are critically examined, including their demand for a New Enlightenment.In short, Mere Theology addresses matters of real importance for Christian life and thought. It will prove both encouraging and stimulating to all those concerned with developing a discipleship of the mind. Notes Explores how the tradition of Christian theological reflection enriches faith and deepens engagement with the concerns and debates of the world around us. Explores the capaciousness of the Christian faith, and the need for the Church to articulate and defend its ideas in the public domain. Author Biography Alister McGrath is Andreas Idreos Professor of Science and Religion at the University of Oxford, and a prolific author. His bestselling volume The Dawkins Delusion? has sold over 150,000 copies worldwide in 17 languages, and his other books for SPCK include Why God Wont Go Away and The Landscape of Faith. Review [On Mere Discipleship]: Alister McGrath offers an appealing and lucid demonstration of theology understood as a "reflective inhabitation" of the Christian faith. This wise and elegant book shows the urgent importance of a Christian mind for faithful discipleship that engages the contemporary world. It should be essential reading for every pastor and every thoughtful Christian layperson. [On ] -- Jeffrey P. Greenman, President, Regent College, Vancouver Details ISBN0281062099 Pages 256 Year 2010 ISBN-10 0281062099 ISBN-13 9780281062096 Format Paperback Media Book Imprint SPCK Publishing Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 230 Language English Short Title Mere Theology UK Release Date 2010-04-15 Translated from English AU Release Date 2010-04-15 NZ Release Date 2010-04-15 Subtitle Christian Faith And The Discipleship Of The Mind Author Alister McGrath Publisher SPCK Publishing Publication Date 2010-04-15 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159822513;

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