Jesus and Personality Theory: Exploring the Five-Factor Model

By James R. Beck

Book Overview

In recent years researchers in human personality have come to a rarely achieved near unanimous conclusion: human personality is structured around a very few major traits, probably five in number. These factors, sometimes called the Big Five and represented by the acronym OCEAN, are

Openness to experienceConscientiousnessExtroversionAgreeablenessNeuroticism

How does this Five-Factor Model fit with a Christian understanding of human nature? How does it compare or contrast with the way Jesus lived, taught and counseled? James Beck looks at prominent themes in the teaching and ministry of Jesus and how they relate to the five personality factors. Here is a study of the Christian implications of the new model--a study that will offer fresh insights for students, pastors and therapists alike.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0830819258
• ISBN13: 9780830819256
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: IVP Academic
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Seminary Prof Recommended

A prof at seminary, DTS / evangelical recommended this book in intro to counseling. The author is from Denver Seminary which has a good evangelical reputation.

Excellent book, a must read to help understand oneself

This book has helped change my life for the better. It has a balanced mix of personality studies and findings with Christian theology, and practical living. It is a must read for evry christian especially those minitering to others. Well done Dr Beck!