Practise Resurrection: A Conversation on Growing Up in Christ by Eugene Peterson

Description: Practise Resurrection by Eugene Peterson The fifth and final book of one of the most significant theological series in recent years, from the bestselling author of THE MESSAGE, Eugene Peterson. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Book five of Eugene Petersons landmark SPIRITUAL THEOLOGY series: foundational reading for the twenty-first-century church.Continuing Petersons evaluation of contemporary Christian spirituality, PRACTISE RESURRECTION is a study of the book of Ephesians. It is often thought to be Pauls most difficult letter, but has been for over thirty years Petersons text for his identity as a pastor. Peterson points out that although Christians emphasise the importance of new birth, growth is equally important. This book is a conversation on spiritual formation and what it means to become a mature Christian.As with the first four books in this series, PRACTISE RESURRECTION is written for both lay and academic audiences. Challenging but deeply rewarding, it combines scholarship with the human experience and lightness of touch for which Peterson is known. Author Biography Eugene Peterson is a pastor, author, scholar and poet. He earned his B.A. in philosophy from Seattle Pacific University, his S.T.B. from New York Theological Seminary, and his M.A. in Semitic languages from Johns Hopkins University. He served as a pastor for 29 years and then became Professor Emeritus of Spiritual Theology at Regent College in Vancouver, retiring in 2006.Peterson is perhaps best known for his book THE MESSAGE: THE BIBLE IN CONTEMPORARY LANGUAGE and is also known for his involvement in the Renovare spiritual formation movement. The books in his spiritual theology series, including THE JESUS WAY and PRACTISE RESURRECTION, are widely acclaimed. Review A tour de force in spiritual theology, combining incisive cultural analysis and biblical exposition with a sweeping and engaging vision of the Christian life (for CHRIST PLAYS IN TEN THOUSAND PLACES) - Christianity TodayDeep, stirring, luminous, even profound - if you are going to read one book about reading Scripture, it should be this one. (for EAT THIS BOOK) - Lauren Winner Promotional The final book of one of the most significant new theological series in recent years, from the bestselling author of THE MESSAGE Long Description Book five of Eugene Petersons landmark SPIRITUAL THEOLOGY series: foundational reading for the twenty-first-century church.Continuing Petersons evaluation of contemporary Christian spirituality, PRACTISE RESURRECTION is a study of the book of Ephesians. It is often thought to be Pauls most difficult letter, but has been for over thirty years Petersons text for his identity as a pastor. Peterson points out that although Christians emphasise the importance of new birth, growth is equally important. This book is a conversation on spiritual formation and what it means to become a mature Christian.As with the first four books in this series, PRACTISE RESURRECTION is written for both lay and academic audiences. Challenging but deeply rewarding, it combines scholarship with the human experience and lightness of touch for which Peterson is known. Review Quote A tour de force in spiritual theology, combining incisive cultural analysis and biblical exposition with a sweeping and engaging vision of the Christian life (for CHRIST PLAYS IN TEN THOUSAND PLACES) - Christianity Today Deep, stirring, luminous, even profound - if you are going to read one book about reading Scripture, it should be this one. (for EAT THIS BOOK) - Lauren Winner Promotional "Headline" The fifth and final book of one of the most significant theological series in recent years, from the bestselling author of THE MESSAGE, Eugene Peterson. Details ISBN0340995181 Author Eugene Peterson Year 2011 ISBN-10 0340995181 ISBN-13 9780340995181 Media Book Subtitle A Conversation on Growing Up in Christ Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 227.507 Pages 304 Short Title PRACTISE RESURRECTION Language English Format Paperback Illustrations none UK Release Date 2011-03-17 Imprint Hodder Faith Publisher John Murray Press Publication Date 2011-03-17 Audience General NZ Release Date 2011-05-09 AU Release Date 2011-05-09 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:36247091;

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