By: Ashley Goad on October 31, 2013
Contemporary Social Theory: An Introduction is a complex read, to say the least. While I am sure author Anthony Elliot is an expert in social theory, his ability to express concepts in a succinct, simple manner is wretched. His wordy, verbose statements sent my thoughts into a tailspin; however, if I were reading this over…
By: Deve Persad on October 31, 2013
A child is standing in the middle of a fair ground. Around her are the smells of hotdogs, sounds of laughter, stuffed animals hang low and are waiting to be won, there are rides and there are games. It’s an adventure waiting to be engaged. None of these experiences are unfamiliar. She’s read about them,…
By: Chris Ellis on October 31, 2013
A Failure of Nerve by Thomas Friedman is unlike any leadership book I’ve ever read, and that’s mostly a good thing. To be honest, my brain is almost in overload mode because his notion of how to be a leader and to bring about change in family, organization and society comes from a different vantage…
By: Richard Rhoads on October 31, 2013
I have always been intrigued by the stories in Greek mythology. One of my favorites is the story of Sisyphus. Sisyphus was the King of Ephyra (same city as Corinth)and was the son of King Aeolus of Thessaly. As the tale goes, Sisyphus who struggled with chronic deceitfulness was banished to a life of rolling…
By: Fred Fay on October 30, 2013
Many people are concerned about the faith of the young people in our churches and especially the emerging young adults as they transition into the adult world. I have heard parents say in frustration to youth, “Why don’t you just grow up.” Which is curious, because that is just what they want to do, but…
By: gfesadmin on October 27, 2013
#dminlgp: How We Got Here Comments On Theology: by David Ford. To best describe… dminlgp: How We Got Here Comments On Theology: by David Ford. To best describe what I was able to read in David Ford’s work on theology is, answers to how we got where we are today in our world of complex…
By: gfesadmin on October 27, 2013
#dminlgp: Looking at Ecclesiology dminlgp: In the book, Christian Theology: An Introduction, Alister McGrath does a great job in presenting the material in a simple and rewarding manner. At first glance I was a bit overwhelmed by all the material in the book. However, McGrath extends a gracious “do not be afraid”- he assures the…
By: Raphael Samuel on October 27, 2013
Comments On Theology: by David Ford. To best describe what I was able to read in David Ford’s work on theology is, answers to how we got where we are today in our world of complex and diverse theological beliefs. Ford gives an amazing historical overview of the development of the christian faith and its…
By: rhbaker275 on October 27, 2013
Writing an introduction to a vast area of study, such as theology, is a significant undertaking. Alister McGrath in Christian Theology: An Introduction has written just such a course of study. I say “course of study” because McGrath in the introductory material indicates his intentional use of the writing as a text book and addresses…
By: gfesadmin on October 27, 2013
How We Got Here Comments On Theology: by David Ford. To best describe what I was able to read in David Ford’s work on theology is, answers to how we got where we are today in our world of complex and diverse theological beliefs. Ford gives an amazing historical overview of the development of the…
By: Cedrick Valrie on October 27, 2013
In much astonishment to some people, as humans, we are meant for relationships. Be it a spouse, brother, sister, mother, father, coworker, or a stranger we have yet to get to know, we hold the influence to make the relationship healthier or weaker. One characteristic in human interaction to maintain balance is emotions. Emotions are…
By: Miriam Mendez on October 27, 2013
In the book, Christian Theology: An Introduction, Alister McGrath does a great job in presenting the material in a simple and rewarding manner. At first glance I was a bit overwhelmed by all the material in the book. However, McGrath extends a gracious “do not be afraid”- he assures the reader that we must not…
By: Liz Linssen on October 26, 2013
(Apologies…I posted this on the wrong blog last Thursday) Perhaps one of biggest takeaways I received through reading McGrath’s formidable work, Christian Theology: An Introduction, is an appreciation of the value and importance of excellent theological and spiritual education. From his fascinating historical presentation to how theology developed over the centuries to his excellent introduction of…
By: Stefania Tarasut on October 26, 2013
As I picked up Alister McGrath’s Christian Theology: An Introduction, I found myself overwhelmed by the amount of information that flooded my mind. What stood out to me the most in the midst of the 500 pages is people and tradition. I don’t know if it’s my lack of confidence in my abilities to minister,…
By: Richard Volzke on October 26, 2013
Reading Christian Theology by Alister McGrath’s it reminded me of my theology classes I took at Wesley Biblical seminary. I appreciate McGrath going through the history of Christianity starting from the first century and moving forward. I believe this is very important and every Christian should have some kind of training or education and early…
By: Sam Stephens on October 25, 2013
The present post modern age presents many new challenges for leaders and leadership. Old paradigms and definitions that were generally accepted are not as readily and willingly embraced as they used to be. In a world that is increasingly interrelated and rapidly moving forward, there is the pressure on leadership to adapt and change more…
By: Carol McLaughlin on October 25, 2013
In explaining to the student on “How to Use This Book,” Alister McGrath asserts, “Christian theology is one of the most fascinating subjects it is possible to study.”[1] After three weeks of reading about theology from different entry points each presenting compelling perspectives, I agree. The last of the three[2], Christian Theology: An Introduction is…
By: Sandy Bils on October 25, 2013
In the last books I read for my DMin program, I came across concepts of leadership and parameters to measure and interpret responses of members to certain leadership actions or problematical situations. It is interesting, that in Jim Collins book „Good to great. Why some companies make the leap and others don’t“ aswell as in…
By: John Woodward on October 25, 2013
While reading Alister E. McGrath’s Christian Theology: An Introduction, I was reminded of a conversation I had with Bible college student named Chad. After a good discussion about the seismic and painful changes over the last forty years in how we do church in the USA (including worship styles, women’s roles, attire, social concerns, etc.),…
By: Michael Badriaki on October 25, 2013
It seems to me that all the readings about theology I have studied in the past and present have turned out to be academic and devotional. The attempt to learn about the doctrine of God and how it is relevant for life has required the application of both the left and right brain activity and…
