Coming Together in the 21st Century: The Bible's Message in an Age of Diversity

By Curtiss Paul DeYoung

Book Overview

Faith in the twenty-first century depends on our ability to embrace the multicultural message of the Bible. -- from the IntroductionThis newly revised and expanded 15th anniversary edition offers readers an in-depth study of multiculturalism and diversity in Scripture. With nearly 50 percent new material, Coming Together in the 21st Century features contributions from ethnically and culturally diverse men and women who offer their unique perspectives.Other new features of Coming Together in the 21st Century are: An expanded definition of diversity adding gender and class to race, culture, and ethnicityA roundtable on the Bible, liberation, and reconciliation with Brenda Salter-McNeil, Richard Twiss, Jean Zaru, and Allan BoesakA chapter addressing age, disability, sexual orientation, lifestyle, and religion as important aspects of diversity discussionsA group reflection and action guideComing Together in the 21st Century is an important resource for college, university, and seminary courses on reconciliation, multicultural ministry, and biblical studies.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0817015647
• ISBN13: 9780817015640
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Judson Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.4" x 8.4"