Letters to a Diminished Church

Letters to a Diminished Church PDF Author: Dorothy Sayers
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
ISBN: 1418516163
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 288

Book Description
What must a person believe to be a Christian? In this collection of 16 essays, famed author Dorothy L. Sayers discusses why the church desperately needs to refocus on doctrine, as doctrine impacts all of life. In her dynamic and sharp writings, Dorothy L. Sayers turned the popular perception of Christianity on its head. She argues that the essence of Christianity is in the character of Christ—energetic, dramatic, and utterly alive. This collection of sixteen brilliant essays reveals Sayers, at her best—a powerful view of Christianity as startling and relevant as it was 50 years ago. An outspoken defender of Christian orthodoxy, Dorothy L. Sayers discusses Christian theology with brilliance and wit. A British scholar, author, and staunch Christian, Sayers brings theology vividly to life by showing how the Bible, history, literature, and modern science fit together to make religion not only possible but necessary in our time. Each essay is a concise, perceptive examination of the topic at hand. The book: Includes sixteen essays on a variety of topics addressing core beliefs, the image of God, the problem of sin and evil, and more Presents age-old doctrines without prettying them up or watering them down Provides insights into the social and spiritual forces that affect the modern-day cultural shift away from Christ Whether you are reading the great works of Western literature, thinking about your place in God's universe, or simply dealing with the thousand-and-one problems of daily living, this powerful book has words of both challenge and comfort for you. "The devil should stand alert, for Sayers is one of his foremost adversaries."

Creed Or Chaos?

Creed Or Chaos? PDF Author: Dorothy Leigh Sayers
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180

Book Description
Dorothy Sayers, author of the Peter Wimsey mystery novels, shows why every Christian needs a creed to live by. Sayers writes about the Faith with wit, charm, and humor.

In the Ruins of the Church

In the Ruins of the Church PDF Author: R. R. Reno
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1441241868
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 208

Book Description
Argues that the postmodern Western church is in ruins and that to be in the church is to embrace a "broken way of life"

The Whimsical Christian

The Whimsical Christian PDF Author: Dorothy L. Sayers
Publisher: Free Press
ISBN: 9780020964308
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 275

Book Description
Sayers explores the underlying spirit and the direction of Western civilization as she considers topics ranging from popular theology and ethics to aesthetics, the meaning of creativity, and theories on communication

Letters to the Church

Letters to the Church PDF Author: Karen H. Jobes
Publisher: Zondervan Academic
ISBN: 0310494796
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 569

Book Description
Respected New Testament scholar Karen Jobes explores the cultural and theological background of Hebrews and the general epistles (James through Jude) in this rich commentary. Writing from an evangelical perspective, Jobes addresses issues of historical relevance as well as how these ancient books connect with Christian faith and practice today. Letters to the Church includes:-Historical background for each book focusing on authorship, genre, date, and content-An exploration of the major themes in each book and detailed commentary on key passages-Boxes with chapter goals, outlines, challenges, and significant verses-Sidebars addressing difficult passages or ideas-Maps, photographs, charts, and definitions-Questions for discussion, reflection, and testing-A comparison of the teachings about Christ in each of the lettersPastors, professors, students, and laypeople interested in deeper biblical study will find this an invaluable resource that offers well-researched commentary in an accessible, spiritually meaningful form.

He That Should Come

He That Should Come PDF Author: Dorothy L. Sayers
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 172522917X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 102

Book Description
In this first of her plays for religious broadcasting, a nativity play, Dorothy L. Sayers wanted to convince listeners of the truth that Christ was born into our deeply problematic world, in his case, in territory overrun by an army of occupation. Although framed as it were by the voices of the three 'wise men' asking whether the birth of a particular child could possibly fulfil their desires, the focus of the play is on the conflict of opinion (about roads, taxes, and so forth) expressed by those in the courtyard of the inn at Bethlehem. Joseph is given a most significant role, and it is the shepherds whose gifts are presented when the Holy Family is revealed.

The Mind of the Maker

The Mind of the Maker PDF Author: Dorothy L. Sayers
Publisher: Alien Ebooks
ISBN: 1667625780
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 252

Book Description
A Christian theological book. It uses the experience Sayers had of literary creativity to illuminate Christian doctrine about the nature of the Doctrine of the Trinity.

The Devil To Pay

The Devil To Pay PDF Author: Dorothy L. Sayers
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1725229196
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 132

Book Description
In this play, Dorothy L. Sayers reworked the legend of Faustus as a serious 'comedy,' presenting Faustus as one who chooses wicked means as an end to an admirable goal: the relief of suffering (while becoming entirely focused on his own supposed satisfactions). In the last scene, in the Court of Heaven, Azrael, angel of the souls of the dead, claims Faustus' soul, opposing Mephistopheles' claim. With the knowledge of good and evil returned to him, Faustus finally accepts that his evil must be cleansed, with Mephistopheles serving as the agent of that purgation. Faustus accepts his need for cleansing, trusting that the divine Judge/Court President, will indeed in mercy meet him at the very gates of hell, finally redeemed.
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