A Better Freedom: Finding Life as Slaves of Christ
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Michael Card
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Explores discipleship through the metaphor of slavery.
"A Better Freedom" might resonate with you if you're interested in the interplay between historical context and faith. Michael Card delves into the significance of slavery in the Bible and how it enriches the understanding of Christian discipleship. If you're intrigued by fresh perspectives on faith that emerge from grappling with history and scripture, this book offers a thought-provoking journey through the lens of the early church and American history. It seems like a fitting read for those who appreciate a deeper theological dive with social and historical layers.
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A Better Freedom: Finding Life as Slaves of Christ
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Michael Card
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ISBN: 9780830837144
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Michael Card
Publisher: Ivp Books
Date of Publication: 2009-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.21
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Explores the biblical imagery of slavery as a metaphor for Christian discipleship, showing how the early church saw Greco-Roman slavery as a window into understanding Jesus both as the Savior who took on the form of a slave, but also as the true master who frees people from their slavery to sin. Companion songs available for free download. Original.
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Explores discipleship through the metaphor of slavery.
"A Better Freedom" might resonate with you if you're interested in the interplay between historical context and faith. Michael Card delves into the significance of slavery in the Bible and how it enriches the understanding of Christian discipleship. If you're intrigued by fresh perspectives on faith that emerge from grappling with history and scripture, this book offers a thought-provoking journey through the lens of the early church and American history. It seems like a fitting read for those who appreciate a deeper theological dive with social and historical layers.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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