Coming Together: The Bible's Message in an Age of Diversity [Paperback]

Curtiss Paul Deyoung (Author)

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Coming Together: The Bible's Message In An Age Of Diversity is a unique resource that works toward reconciliation by addressing racial and cultural diversity from a biblical perspective. Building on the insights of scholars from the major cultural and racial groups around the world, Curtis DeYoung explores the cultural diversity found within the pages of the Bible. DeYoung examines the racial and cultural background of Jesus and critically examines Jesus' universal presence as the risen Christ. In addition, he illustrates some of the different ways that people of color interpret the Bible and shows how these understandings not only can intersect with traditional European perspectives but can also be helpful in presenting biblical truths. Coming Together surveys what the Bible has to say about racism, sexism, and classism. Coming Together is an essential primer and a highly recommended addition to any personal, church or seminary library Biblical or multicultural collection. -- Midwest Book Review

Product Details

• Paperback: 217 pages
• Publisher: Judson Pr (June 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0817012265
• ISBN-13: 978-0817012267
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,220,017 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Curtiss Paul DeYoung is Professor of Reconciliation Studies at Bethel University in Saint Paul, Minnesota, He has degrees from University of Saint Thomas, Howard University, and Anderson University. Prior to his current position, he worked for many years in urban multicultural settings in Minneapolis, New York City, and Washington, DC.

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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Opens our eyes, November 10, 2008

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Mark Lau Branson (Pasadena, CA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Coming Together: The Bible's Message in an Age of Diversity (Paperback)

It is common in scriptures for God's people to misunderstand their neighbors -- so, for example, Jeremiah has to instruct the exiles to care about Babylon neighborhoods and Paul leads the church's engagement with Mediterranean cultures (and needs to face down Peter to do it). DeYoung cares about how Euro-American eyes can be prone to misunderstandings concerning other cultures -- and he believes in the power of God's Word to convert us. These Bible stories, and DeYoung's savvy connections with America's cultures, provide a rich set of resources for the diversity we need in our diverse society.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Save your money!, January 15, 2008

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Bryan D. Kline "DotConnector" (Bloomington, MN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Coming Together: The Bible's Message in an Age of Diversity (Paperback)

If you have to read this book for any other reason than a class you are taking DONT! If it is for a class consider taking a lower grade and saving yourself a great deal of grief.

The stated purpose of the book is to break down how Christianity has been used to oppress others and has become nothing more than a "white man's religion." While some of the authors statements are true, this book does nothing to bring people together, instead it simply shifts the ability to oppress from one group to another and has little to do with bringing people together.