Description: Resilient Faith: How the Early Christian "Third Way" Changed the World Description Product Description In our Western, post-Christendom society, much of Christianity's cultural power, privilege, and influence has eroded. But all is not lost, says bestselling author Gerald Sittser. Although the church is concerned and sobered by this cultural shift, it is also curious and teachable. Sittser shows how the early church offers wisdom for responding creatively to the West's increasing secularization. The early Christian movement was surprisingly influential and successful in the Roman world, and so different from its two main rivals--traditional religion and Judaism--that Rome identified it as a "third way." Early Christians immersed themselves in the empire without significant accommodation to or isolation from the culture. They confessed Jesus as Lord and formed disciples accordingly, which helped the church grow in numbers and influence. Sittser explores how Christians today can learn from this third way and respond faithfully, creatively, and winsomely to a world that sees Christianity as largely obsolete. Each chapter introduces historical figures, ancient texts, practices, and institutions to explain and explore the third way of the Jesus movement, which, surprising everyone, changed the world. From the Back Cover Recovering the Genius of Early Christian Discipleship"As we witness a decline in church attendance and in church membership, and as allegiance to any religious group is on the wane, Sittser issues a persuasive No need to search for novel methods to halt the deterioration of the church's influence in the world; applying the heart of the gospel message will lead to flourishing again!" -- Kay Warren, bestselling author and cofounder of Saddleback Church "Today's Christians must learn the way forward by looking back at the riches of the early church's way of life. Sittser provides us an accessible history that not only teaches us about the resilience of the early church but provides a vision for how we might be more faithful in our current moment through the recovery of its doctrines and mode of cultural engagement. This is not a dry history of dates, names, and abstract ideas but a " -- Tish Harrison Warren, Anglican priest, writer-in-residence at Church of the Ascension (Pittsburgh), and author of Liturgy of the Ordinary "So if believers today live in a post-Christian era similar to the early churches' pagan era, what can these early believers teach us? Apparently a lot. So argues Sittser, tantalizing us with ancient ideas and practices that can invigorate Christian witness today." -- Mark Galli, editor in chief, Christianity Today "If you're interested in a knowledgeable, insightful, and thorough introduction to the life and thought of the ancient church--and the ancient church leaders known as the church fathers (and church mothers)--this is just the book for you." -- Chris Hall, president of Renovaré "An exciting, beautifully written, and much-needed book. In a time in which our social fabric seems to be tearing, Sittser draws on the early centuries of the church to offer a powerful vision of Christian witness. Sittser's 'Third Way' offers significant promise for a robust renewal of Christian life and thought." -- L. Gregory Jones, Duke Divinity School About the Author Gerald L. Sittser (PhD, University of Chicago) is the bestselling author of Water from a Deep Well, A Grace Disguised, and The Will of God as a Way of Life. He is professor of theology at Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington, where he also serves as senior fellow and researcher in the Office of Church Engagement. He specializes in the history of Christianity, Christian spiritualit About Us We want to provide you with the hottest deals on the internet. Every item we sell are ready to ship and most items ship within 24 hours during business days. We try to answer all questions within 24 hours Monday - Friday. Send us a eBay message, we are always here to help you. Payment Only Paypal Payments are accepted at this time, however you may utilize the tools within PayPal to pay via your credit card. Shipping Handling Time: We ship Next Business Day - Monday to Friday in most cases. Please understand that an occasional delay may occur. Domestic Shipping - Domestic Shipping takes typically takes 3-5 business days via our normal shipping carriers. All Domestic US to US shipping will be indicated as Standard Shipping during checkout. 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Book Title: Resilient Faith : How the Early Christian Third Way Changed the World
Number of Pages: 240 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Brazos Press
Topic: Christian Church / History, Christianity / History, Christian Ministry / Discipleship, Christian Life / Spiritual Growth, Christianity / General
Publication Year: 2019
Genre: Religion
Item Weight: 11.7 Oz
Author: Gerald L. Sittser
Item Length: 9 in
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
