Few topics can grab headlines and stir passions quite like politics; especially when the church is involved. Considering the attention that many Christian parachurch groups; churches; and individual believers give to politics—and of the varying and sometimes divergent political ideals and aims among them—Five Views on the Church and Politics provides a helpful breakdown of the possible Christian approaches. Readers will find themselves equipped to think more deeply about the relationship between church and state in a way that goes beyond mere policy debates and current campaigns. General Editor Amy Black brings together five top-notch political theologians in the book; each representing one of the five key political traditions within Christianity: Anabaptist (Separationist)—Thomas Heilke Lutheran (Two Kingdom)—Robert Benne Catholic (In Tension)—J. Brian Benestad Reformed (Integrationist)—James K. A. Smith Black Church (Prophetic)—Bruce Fields Each author addresses his tradition’s theological distinctives; the role of government; the place of individual Christian participation in government and politics; and how churches should (or should not) address political questions. Responses by each contributor to opposing views will highlight key areas of difference and disagreement. Thorough and even-handed; Five Views on the Church and Politics will enable readers to consider the strengths and weaknesses of the most significant Christian views on political engagement and to draw their own; informed conclusions.
#698891 in Books imusti 2016-05-10 2016-05-10Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.50 x 1.30 x 6.40l; 1.25 #File Name: 0307956482432 pagesCrown Publishing Group NY
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Best Jefferson book in a long time - a whole new chapterBy K.B. Kripp. I think Jefferson would have recognized himself in this book -- and that isn't true of all of his biographies. If you read a lot about him; then Jefferson's America will surprise you with a trove of fresh material; like a whole undiscovered chapter in his life. I also agree with other reviewers who said that if you thought you knew all about Lewis Clark ... you probably didn't until you read it. The author makes the point that Jefferson was in no position; nor would he be inclined; to use government funds to sponsor an exhibition just for the sake of scientific curiosity (as we usually hear). The American frontier was in danger from European countries. We were treading on a war then; a war Jefferson was determined to avoid and so he used Lewis Clark; along with the basically unknown Hunter Dunbar; Freeman Custis and by extension; Zebulon Pike to put America in the west; without gunfire. All of them are in the book; with additional depictions of ancillary figures such as George Rogers Clark (William's uncle) and Andrew Ellicott. Importantly; Native Americans are featured with specifics not usually seen in books about this era. Jefferson's philosophy on land is a running theme; it colored his treatment of Indians; which could be heinous. In the world of books about this era; I'd compare Jefferson's America to Undaunted Courage by saying that as a story-teller; Stephen Ambrose was great at simplifying and staying on a straight course. As a storyteller; Fenster revels in the complexities; which I do too; and she has a host of ways to make them gripping. I read most of it twice.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great book. I appreciate Lewis and Clark more than ...By Pat MGreat book. I appreciate Lewis and Clark more than ever. I also have a new appreciate Jefferson as a skilled negotiater. The two other expeditions were also were interesting; but didn't seem to have as much depth and explanation as the Lewis and Clark expedition did.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. More to historyBy Kindle CustomerGood read. A story of American determination. Jefferson was by far the most visionary of America's presidents. His vision fundamentally changed America.
