There is no question that bringing men and women to new birth in Christ is essential. But, argues Eugene Peterson, isn’t it obvious that growth in Christ is equally essential? Yet the American church does not treat Christian growth and character formation with equivalent urgency. We are generally uneasy with the quiet, obscure conditions in which growth takes place. Building maturity in Christ is too often relegated to footnote status in the text of our lives.
In Practice Resurrection Peterson brings the voice of Scripture — especially Paul’s letter to the Ephesians — and the voice of the contemporary Christian congregation together in understanding what is involved in the practice of becoming mature — growing up to the "stature of Christ."
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Adam Shields says:
Eugene Peterson is as much mentor to me as any other author I have read. I love many authors. But no others really have offered me the deep wisdom and theological meat that Peterson has. I have read many of his books. I think eight in the last two years if my count is right. This recent series of practical theology is something that should be required for all seminary students and none more t... Read more
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AudioFile Magazine says:
Grover Gardner presents a straightforward rendition of Peterson's discussion of his belief that the resurrected life was incarnate in Jesus Christ and remains so in us. While Gardner reads quickly, not taking much time to grab a breath or pause between topics, his delivery is clear, precise, and easy to understand. Nonetheless, it lacks embellishment and narrative drive. Those who are inherently i... Read more
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