Biblical Ethics And Social Change

Author : Stephen Mott Professor Emeritus of Social Ethics Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2011-03-23
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780199857692

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Biblical Ethics and Social Change by Stephen Mott Professor Emeritus of Social Ethics Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary Pdf

This scholarly synthesis of biblical studies and Christian social ethics is designed to provide a biblical argument for intentional institutional change on behalf of social justice. Stephen Charles Mott provides a biblical and ethical guide on ways to implement that change. The first part of the book, providing the biblical theology of intentional social change, deals with the central concepts in biblical and theological ethics: grace, evil, love, justice, and the Reign of God. Christian social change must be rooted not only in justice, but in the grace received through the death and resurrection of Christ. The second part evaluates ethical and theological methods for carrying out that intentional social change. It offers a study of evangelism, counter community, civil disobedience, armed revolution, and political reform. It shows the contribution of each as well as the strong limitations of each used in isolation. A recurring theme of the book is the scriptural insistence on the priority of justice as taking upon oneself the cause of the oppressed. Justice is understood on bringing back into the community those who are near to falling out of it. Political authority has a vital role in social change for justice. It is essential that a Christian use all available and legitimate means of meeting basic needs by providing for all what is essential for inclusion in society. In this revised edition, Mott updates the contemporary illustrations and includes his own further reflections in the last thirty years on this topic.

Author : Stephen Mott
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2011-03-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780199876433

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Biblical Ethics and Social Change by Stephen Mott Pdf

This scholarly synthesis of biblical studies and Christian social ethics is designed to provide a biblical argument for intentional institutional change on behalf of social justice. Stephen Charles Mott provides a biblical and ethical guide on ways to implement that change. The first part of the book, providing the biblical theology of intentional social change, deals with the central concepts in biblical and theological ethics: grace, evil, love, justice, and the Reign of God. Christian social change must be rooted not only in justice, but in the grace received through the death and resurrection of Christ. The second part evaluates ethical and theological methods for carrying out that intentional social change. It offers a study of evangelism, counter community, civil disobedience, armed revolution, and political reform. It shows the contribution of each as well as the strong limitations of each used in isolation. A recurring theme of the book is the scriptural insistence on the priority of justice as taking upon oneself the cause of the oppressed. Justice is understood on bringing back into the community those who are near to falling out of it. Political authority has a vital role in social change for justice. It is essential that a Christian use all available and legitimate means of meeting basic needs by providing for all what is essential for inclusion in society. In this revised edition, Mott updates the contemporary illustrations and includes his own further reflections in the last thirty years on this topic.

Author : Stephen Mott
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2011-03-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780190207878

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Biblical Ethics and Social Change by Stephen Mott Pdf

This scholarly synthesis of biblical studies and Christian social ethics is designed to provide a biblical argument for intentional institutional change on behalf of social justice. Stephen Charles Mott provides a biblical and ethical guide on ways to implement that change. The first part of the book, providing the biblical theology of intentional social change, deals with the central concepts in biblical and theological ethics: grace, evil, love, justice, and the Reign of God. Christian social change must be rooted not only in justice, but in the grace received through the death and resurrection of Christ. The second part evaluates ethical and theological methods for carrying out that intentional social change. It offers a study of evangelism, counter community, civil disobedience, armed revolution, and political reform. It shows the contribution of each as well as the strong limitations of each used in isolation. A recurring theme of the book is the scriptural insistence on the priority of justice as taking upon oneself the cause of the oppressed. Justice is understood on bringing back into the community those who are near to falling out of it. Political authority has a vital role in social change for justice. It is essential that a Christian use all available and legitimate means of meeting basic needs by providing for all what is essential for inclusion in society. In this revised edition, Mott updates the contemporary illustrations and includes his own further reflections in the last thirty years on this topic.

Author : Stephen Charles Mott
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Religion
ISBN : 019502947X

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Biblical Ethics and Social Change by Stephen Charles Mott Pdf

In this book, the author provides a thorough treatment of the biblical basis for implementing social change.

Author : Paul J. Wadell
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781442209725

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Happiness and the Christian Moral Life by Paul J. Wadell Pdf

Happiness and the Christian Moral Life introduces students to Christian Ethics looking at ethics as a path to the "good life" and happiness, rather than a strict set of rules. Revisions and updates include lists of suggested readings and resources, new discussions of how technology shapes relationships, a more fully developed account of Augustine and happiness, and more.

Author : Daniel Heimbach
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 525 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2022-11-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781462757800

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Fundamental Christian Ethics by Daniel Heimbach Pdf

In Fundamental Christian Ethics, Daniel R. Heimbach offers clarity and hope for ethically navigating a pluralistic culture. Heimbach engages with diverse ethical issues such as abortion, sexuality, religious liberty, and racism from biblical, theological, historical, and philosophical angles. He delivers a comprehensive textbook for scholars, teachers, pastors, and laypersons to understand God’s ethical reality and to cultivate virtuous character in the people of God.

Author : D. A. Carson
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2015-01-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781625649577

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Themelios, Volume 37, Issue 2 by D. A. Carson Pdf

Themelios is an international, evangelical, peer-reviewed theological journal that expounds and defends the historic Christian faith. Themelios is published three times a year online at The Gospel Coalition (http://thegospelcoalition.org/themelios/) and in print by Wipf and Stock. Its primary audience is theological students and pastors, though scholars read it as well. Themelios began in 1975 and was operated by RTSF/UCCF in the UK, and it became a digital journal operated by The Gospel Coalition in 2008. The editorial team draws participants from across the globe as editors, essayists, and reviewers. General Editor: D. A. Carson, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School Managing Editor: Brian Tabb, Bethlehem College and Seminary Consulting Editor: Michael J. Ovey, Oak Hill Theological College Administrator: Andrew David Naselli, Bethlehem College and Seminary Book Review Editors: Jerry Hwang, Singapore Bible College; Alan Thompson, Sydney Missionary & Bible College; Nathan A. Finn, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary; Hans Madueme, Covenant College; Dane Ortlund, Crossway; Jason Sexton, Golden Gate Baptist Seminary Editorial Board: Gerald Bray, Beeson Divinity School Lee Gatiss, Wales Evangelical School of Theology Paul Helseth, University of Northwestern, St. Paul Paul House, Beeson Divinity School Ken Magnuson, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Jonathan Pennington, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary James Robson, Wycliffe Hall Mark D. Thompson, Moore Theological College Paul Williamson, Moore Theological College Stephen Witmer, Pepperell Christian Fellowship Robert Yarbrough, Covenant Seminary

Author : Yaovi, Soede Nathanael,Nwosu, Patrick U.
Publisher : Langaa RPCIG
Page : 588 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2018-09-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789956550036

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Ori-Oke Spirituality and Social Change in Africa by Yaovi, Soede Nathanael,Nwosu, Patrick U. Pdf

The dynamic nature of Christianity has necessitated its movement from the cathedral to the mountain top. This has occasioned a proliferation of Prayer Mountains throughout Africa. In Yorubaland of southwestern Nigeria, Prayer Mountain is known as Ori-Oke. Like many communities in Africa, the Yoruba are confronted with fundamental challenges in life for which people do not rest until they find solutions. Within the praxis of Nigerian Christian lexicon Ori-Oke is synonymous with the enactment of a sacred space on a mountain top characterised by various prayer regimes, rituals, exorcism and religious practices, aimed at eliciting the help of the divine to alleviate the existential challenges of devotees. This book explores the resacralisation of space on the mountains, highlighting how humans and the divine interact in Yorubaland. It brings into conversation 35 empirically rich scholarly essays on the role of Ori-Oke to those seeking divine intervention in their lives. Today, Ori-Oke have become centres of pilgrimage as a result of the lived experiences of devotees, creating unique religious value quite distinct from the aesthetic value of these mountain tops. The spirituality of Ori-Oke is anchored on the absolute belief in God and the infusion of traditional African worldview sensibilities in religious rites and worship. Ori-Oke spirituality employs resources of Christian tradition, introduced by the formal agents of Christianity, synthesised with traditional culture, to develop a life based on the precepts of an African Christianity. The book is an intellectual discourse on Ori-Oke spirituality, reflecting its contemporary relevance in a context of religious innovation and competition.

Author : Waldo Beach
Publisher : Westminster John Knox Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1988-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0804207933

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Christian Ethics in the Protestant Tradition by Waldo Beach Pdf

With Christian Ethics in the Protestant Tradition, Waldo Beach provides a basic introductory text on Christian ethics. He has designed a challenging work that grapples with the ethical questions surrounding modern day problems from the perspective of Protestant theology and tradition. His two-part format is especially helpful for study.

Author : Douglas A. Hicks
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2000-09-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0521772532

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Inequality and Christian Ethics by Douglas A. Hicks Pdf

Are the rich getting richer and the poor getting poorer? Inequality and Christian Ethics addresses this question at an international level and goes on to consider why such a phenomenon, to the extent that it is true, is morally troubling. In order to provide an ethical perspective on a social and economic problem such as inequality, the book draws on Christian ethics, philosophy, and economics. It considers the relation of inequality to various aspects of life--such as income, health, and education--as well as to questions of race, gender, and nationality.

Author : Brian Matz
Publisher : Baker Academic
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2017-03-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781493406647

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Introducing Protestant Social Ethics by Brian Matz Pdf

Despite their rich tradition of social concern, Protestants have historically struggled to articulate why, whether, and how to challenge unethical social structures. This book introduces Protestants to the biblical and historical background of Christian social ethics, inviting them to understand the basis for social action and engage with the broader tradition. It embraces and explains long-standing Christian reflection on social ethics and shows how Scripture and Christian history connect to current social justice issues. Each chapter includes learning outcomes and chapter highlights.

Author : David J. Chalcraft,Zhodi Angami
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2023-03-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781000835144

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Encountering Diversity in Indian Biblical Studies by David J. Chalcraft,Zhodi Angami Pdf

This book provides analysis of a variety of biblical narratives and texts which are the vehicle for the expression, articulation and performance of diverse identities in the Indian context and is the first attempt to do so for a global audience of scholars and students. From pan-Indian social problems attributed to caste, class and gender inequality, to specific North Eastern tribal settings, Dalit struggles in rural Andhra Pradesh and the experience of Christian autorickshaw drivers in urban Chennai, the book explores the diverse geographical, cultural, social, economic and linguistic settings in which the Bible is encountered. The holistic and multidisciplinary approach to Biblical studies adopted broadens the field beyond textual exegesis. Encounters with the Bible are revealed in diverse chapters impacted by contexts of caste realities, the history of Indian Christianity, colonial and post-colonial frameworks and educational institutions. Full use is made of 'vernacular' texts and traditions including oral and written cultural, folk tale, literary and auto/biographical narratives in Tribal, Dalit and British colonial settings. Diversity of method is championed through including sociological analysis of Indian social realities, qualitative fieldwork techniques and a kaleidoscope of visual and sensory environments with over 30 photographs. The book celebrates and promotes diversity in Indian biblical studies, creativity and sometimes conflicting perspectives. Encountering Diversity in Indian Biblical Studies will be of interest to students, scholars and researchers working on post-colonial biblical studies and diversity in Christianity, particularly in the Indian context.

Author : Lúcás Chan, SJ; foreword by James F. Keenan, SJ
Publisher : Paulist Press
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781587682490

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Biblical Ethics in the 21st Century: Developments, Emerging Consensus, and Future Directions by Lúcás Chan, SJ; foreword by James F. Keenan, SJ Pdf

Reviews and critiques the major attempts at biblical ethics over the past twenty years by both biblical theologians and theological ethicists, focusing on New Testament ethics as an illustration.

Author : C. Melissa Snarr
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2007-09-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780567495778

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Social Selves and Political Reforms by C. Melissa Snarr Pdf

Christian ethicists from a wide spectrum of methods and commitments come together in arguing for some kind of social conception of the self, noticing that convergence sheds new light on the current range of theoretical options in Christian ethics. But it also opens up an important conversation about political reform. Social visions of the self help ethicists comprehend and evaluate the moral work of institutions--comprehension that is especially important in a time of crisis for democratic participation. But not all visions of the social self are equal. Snarr's book explores and evaluates five different visions of the social self from five key ethicists (Rauschenbusch, Niebuhr, Hauerwas, Harrison, and Townes). It identifies insights and risks associated with each vision of the self and considers the adequacy of each vision for reforms that deepen democracy. The book concludes with a proposal for six core convictions about the social self that help form Christian political ethics able to respond to contemporary needs for democratic reform.

Author : Library of Congress. Subject Cataloging Division,Marguerite Vogeding Quattlebaum
Publisher : Washington : Library of Congress, Processing Department, Subject Cataloging Division
Page : 1366 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1957
Category : Subject headings
ISBN : MINN:31951000830035K

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Subject Headings Used in the Dictionary Catalogs of the Library of Congress [from 1897 Through December 1955] by Library of Congress. Subject Cataloging Division,Marguerite Vogeding Quattlebaum Pdf