{"product_id":"surprised-by-scripture-engaging-contemporary-issues-422442","title":"Surprised By Scripture: Engaging Contemporary Issues","description":"A brilliant series of case studies on how to apply Scripture to the pressing issues of today. N T Wright covers such topics as science and religion, women in ministry, Christians in politics, environmentalism, and more!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA thoughtful and provocative collection, in the vein of the intellectual spiritual classic *The Weight of Glory*, from N. T. Wright, the influential Bishop, Bible scholar, and bestselling author widely regarded as a modern C. S. Lewis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An unusual combination of scholar, churchman, and leader, N. T. Wright-hailed by *Newsweek* as \"the world's leading New Testament scholar\"-is not only incredibly insightful, but conveys his knowledge in terms that excite and inspire Christian leaders worldwide, allowing them to see the Bible from a fresh viewpoint. In this challenging and stimulating collection of popular essays, sermons, and talks, Wright provide a series of case studies which explore how the Bible can be applied to some of the most pressing contemporary issues facing us, including:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e * Why it is possible to love the Bible and affirm evolution\u003cbr\u003e* Why women should be allowed to be ordained\u003cbr\u003e* Where Christians today have lost focus, and why it is important for them to engage in politics-and why that involvement benefits everyone\u003cbr\u003e* Why the Christian belief in heaven means we should be at the forefront of the environmental movement\u003cbr\u003e* And much more\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Helpful, practical, and wise, *Surprised by Scripture* invites readers to examine their own hearts and minds and presents new models for understanding how to affirm the Bible in today's world-as well as new ideas and renewed energy for deepening our faith and engaging with the world around us.","brand":"Koorong","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51560903967007,"sku":"9780062230546","price":24.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/8981\/8143\/files\/9780062230546_0.jpg?v=1769124837","url":"https:\/\/koorong.com\/products\/surprised-by-scripture-engaging-contemporary-issues-422442","provider":"Koorong","version":"1.0","type":"link"}