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Becoming A Thinking Christian: If We Want Church Renewal, We Will Have To Renew Thinking In The Church
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This Book Challenges Christians To Think. Committed Lay Christians, Says Cobb, Are Already Theologians; He Wants Them To Realize This And Then To Become Good Theologians.Laypersons Are Just As Capable As Professional Theologians Of Intellectual Hard Work, But They No Longer Expect The Church To Ask This Of Them. Cobb Discusses Why It Is Important For Christians To Think About Their Own Beliefs And Assumptions. He Encourages Readers To Find And Become Conversation Partners. He Also Suggests Steps A Christian'S Thinking May Take; Sources The Individual Can Draw On, Including How Professionals Can Help; And Where This Thinking May Lead. Cobb Asserts That If There Is A Renewal Of Thinking In The Church, There Will Be Church Renewal. The Goal Is To Focus And Sharpen One'S Thinking So That It Is One'S Own, And To Apply That Thinking To One'S Being And Acting. Each Chapter Ends With A Section Doing Your Theology Which Is A List Of Questions For Reflection And Discussion.Chapter Titles Include: On Becoming What You Are: A Theologian; Ethics And Theology; Shaping Up; Biblical Authority; Christians And Jews; Professionals: Help And Hindrance; Christian Counterattack; A Critique Of Economics; A Critique Of The University; An Afterword On Church Theology
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Becoming a Thinking Christian'? A: The main theme of 'Becoming a Thinking Christian' is to encourage Christians to engage in thoughtful reflection about their beliefs and assumptions, suggesting that intellectual engagement is crucial for church renewal.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is John B. Cobb Jr., who emphasizes the importance of laypersons becoming effective theologians.
- Q: What kind of readers will benefit from this book? A: This book is designed for committed lay Christians who wish to deepen their understanding of their faith and become more thoughtful in their theological reflections.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book consists of 144 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The used book is listed in 'Good Condition', indicating it has been used but is still functional and readable.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Becoming a Thinking Christian' published? A: The book was published on September 1, 1993.
- Q: Does the book include a discussion guide? A: Yes, each chapter concludes with a section called 'Doing Your Theology', which includes questions for reflection and discussion.
- Q: What are some key chapter topics in the book? A: Key chapter topics include Biblical Authority, Ethics and Theology, and critiques of economics and education.
- Q: Is there any underlining or highlighting in the book? A: Yes, the book is noted for having underlining and highlighting.