Description:
On the occasion of his 70th birthday, the renowned Marcus J. Borg shares his "convictions" about Christianity and America, contending that they are both at their best when they focus on hope and transformation, and shares his thoughts on how American Christians can return to what matters most
Reflecting on what matters most, both for the church and for Americans, leading biblical scholar and premiere teacher for Protestant churches, Marcus Borg surveys the most significant conversations and personalities that shaped his life, and presents his convictions about the faith and it's role in the twenty-first century.
Meditating on what makes us feel at home, he calls all American Christians to reject divisiveness and exclusivity and create communities that celebrate joy, possibility, and renewal. Throughout, he reflects on what matters most, bringing to earth the kingdom of God Jesus talked about and transforming our relationships with one another.
Brief description:
Marcus J. Borg (1942-2015) was a pioneering author and teacher whom the New York Times described as "a leading figure in his generation of Jesus scholars." He was the Hundere Distinguished Professor of Religion and Culture at Oregon State University and canon theologian at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Portland, and he appeared on NBC's The Today Show and Dateline, ABC's World News, and NPR's Fresh Air. His books have sold over a million copies, including the bestselling Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time, Reading the Bible Again for the First Time, Jesus, The Heart of Christianity, Evolution of the Word, Speaking Christian, and Convictions.
Review Quotes:
"He writes honestly and clearly, defining as he goes, always educating. He does not shy from laying out controversies among contemporary Christians [but] he closes with wonder." - Publishers Weekly
One of those rare books . . . simply written [and] deep enough to inspire serious thought...Everyone would do well to pick it up, examine Dr. Borg's personal convictions, and glean from a man with so much life experience and spiritual wisdom. - Clarion Journal of Spirituality and Justice
"All Christians and those interested in Christianity from a distance should read all his books." - Thomas Moore, author of Care of the Soul
"Conveys an overall message that is both simple and urgently needed: Change is a good and natural part of Christian life." - Read The Spirit
"An excellent introduction for general readers who stand outside the Christian tradition as well as those interested in considering how faith changes as they mature." - Booklist
Both challenging and illuminating. - Karen Armstrong, author of A History of God
Writing with a simplicity that never becomes simplistic, Borg manages to convey the essence of Christianity in a way that does justice to those who do not share his views and will greatly enrich the understanding of those who do. - Frederick Buechner, author of Telling the Truth
Marcus Borg is a key force in the emerging "new paradigm" of Christian faith. - Walter Brueggemann, author of Sabbath as Resistance
"In every generation there are a handful of writers of whom it can be said, "Read everything they write." Marcus Borg is one of these today." - Walter Wink, author of The Human Being