Surprised by Scripture: Engaging Contemporary Issues

By N.T. Wright

Book Overview

Bishop, Bible scholar, and bestselling author N. T. Wright deftly probes the cultural and religious mores of our day and provides a series of case studies on how to apply the Bible to the pressing issues of today.

Among the topics Wright addresses are:

The intersection of religion and scienceWhy women should be allowed to be ordainedWhat we get wrong and how we can do better when Christians engage in politicsWhy the Christian belief in heaven means we should be at the forefront of the environmental movementAnd many more

Wright fearlessly wades through the difficult issues facing us while showing us a vibrant and restorative way to move forward. Readers will find new models for understanding how to affirm the Bible in today's world as well as encouragement and renewed energy for deepening our faith and engaging with the culture around us.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062230549
• ISBN13: 9780062230546
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.2" x 7.9"