Christian Archy [Large Print] [Paperback]

David Alan Black (Author, Editor), Allan R. Bevere (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 2, 2009

What is the Kingdom of God? What does it mean to be part of the kingdom? These are questions that should occupy the mind of every Christian. But we frequently shy away from the full meaning of God's rule.

In Christian Archy, Dr. David Alan Black examines the New Testament to find the truly radical and all-encompassing claims of God's kingdom. In doing so, he discovers that the character of this kingdom is widely different from what is commonly contemplated today. Its glory is revealed only through suffering - a point that Jesus' disciples, then and now, have been slow to understand. This truth has tremendous implications for church life. The kingdom of God is in no way imperialistic. It has no political ambitions. It conquers not by force but by love. It is this humble characteristic of the kingdom that is a stumbling block to so many today. Christ's claim to our total allegiance is one we seek to avoid at all costs. But there is only one way to victory and peace, and that is the way of the Lamb.

This is the first volume in the new Areopagus Critical Christian Issues Series from Energion Publications. We believe it is an appropriate way to begin that series by addressing this foundational question of who we are as part of the Christian church, and why it is important for us to immerse ourselves in God's word.

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About the Author

David Alan Black (D.Theol., University of Basel) is Professor of New Testament and Greek at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and editor of the popular website, Dave Black Online. His numerous publications include Interpreting the New Testament, Scribes and Scripture, Rethinking the Synoptic Problem, and The Jesus Paradigm. He and his wife raise cattle and hay on their Virginia farm and do missionary work in Ethiopia.

Product Details

• Paperback: 56 pages
• Publisher: Energion Publications; Large type edition edition (November 2, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 189372977X
• ISBN-13: 978-1893729773
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.1 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,572,958 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Christian Archy May 7, 2010

By Matthew W. Rondeau

Format:Paperback

As a pastor I was thoroughly encouraged by this book as it reminded me of the goal toward which we should be pressing despite the plethora of current erroneous ecclesiology. Many concepts have become the sine qua non of evangelical Christianity; such as the necessity of homeschooling, the necessity of combating terrorists, the necessity of spreading democracy, the necessity of avoiding noticeable sins like smoking and drinking, and the necessity of upholding the traditions of each respective church. Dr. Black refocuses our attention upon what matters most; namely the Gospel and its proliferation throughout the nations. Dr. Black reminds us that it is not our job to legislate or control morality in the world, but it is our job to share the gospel. Consequently the gospel will transform the morality of the world by grace. Law has never been able to change behavior and therefore it is strange that the religious right would rely so much upon legislation. This book is a plea to return to biblical Christianity; Christianity that treasures and proclaims that Jesus died for us and consequently that we should take up our crosses and follow Him.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved the book "Christian Archy" December 7, 2009

By D. Kevin Brown

Format:Paperback

I thoroughly enjoyed the book. It was challenging and certainly eye-opening for me as a pastor/elder to read. There are so many things that we have allowed into our churches that are absolutely un-Biblical. I am very grateful for Dr. Black's honest insight and perspective and for his courage to share the truth about how our churches must return to building Christ's kingdom instead of our own.

D. Kevin Brown