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Cargando... The Suburban Christian: Finding Spiritual Vitality in the Land of Plentypor Albert Y. Hsu
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Inscríbete en LibraryThing para averiguar si este libro te gustará. Actualmente no hay Conversaciones sobre este libro. Interesting, but "The Good Life" by David Matzko McCarthy is a more substantial treatment of similar subject matter. This helpful book is as much about "finding spiritual vitality in the land of plenty" as it is about "the subruban christian." There is plenty that applies to persons living in small towns, inner cities, or on the farm. I especially appreciate the discussion of the gospel as being a two-sided coin: salvation and deliverance on one side and stewardship and celebration on the other. Hsu nicely sums it up this way: "The call to stewardship is one of gratitute for what we have received; we can then joyfully release it for the benefit of others. It's better to think of ourselves more as conduits of blessing rather than reservoirs of banks where resources are horded. We have been blessed so we can bless others." (p. 192) The book is heavily documented. Indexed. sin reseñas | añadir una reseña
Suburbia: Paradise or Wasteland?Suburbia is a place of spiritual yearnings. People come to suburbia looking for a fresh start, the second chance, a new life. It embodies the hopes and longings of its residents, dreams for the future, safety and security for their children, and the search for meaningful community and relationships. Yet much in our suburban world militates against such aspirations, and people find themselves isolated and alienated, trapped by consumerism and materialism. Is there hope for a Christian vision for the suburbs?Al Hsu unpacks the spiritual significance of suburbia and explores how suburban culture shapes how we live and practice our faith. With broad historical background and sociological analysis, Hsu offers practical insights for living Christianly in a suburban context. Probing such dynamics as commuting and consuming, he offers Christian alternatives for authentic spirituality, genuine community and relevant ministry. And he challenges suburban Christians to look beyond suburbia and marshal their resources toward urban and global justice.Suburbia may be one of the most significant mission fields of the twenty-first century. Here is guidance and hope for all who would seek the welfare of the suburbs. No se han encontrado descripciones de biblioteca. |
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