This devotional by Paul David Tripp features 365 daily readings, each beginning with a compelling gospel-centered thought followed by an extended meditation. The focus is on helping readers encounter the living God rather than on behavior modification. The book aims to equip readers with the good news they need to rely on God’s grace and live for his glory every day. Originally published in 2014, it has been updated with various editions, including a note-taking edition and an adaptation for teenagers and young adults.
In 'Home with God: A Life That Never Ends', Neale Donald Walsch delves into the ultimate questions of existence and transcendence. This book, the last installment of his bestselling 'Conversations with God' series, provides an uplifting and compassionate exploration of the transition from life on earth to the afterlife. Through his profound and personal dialogue with God, Walsch offers hope, comfort, and surprising revelations for all humankind, addressing the finality of death and the beginning of a new life in God's Kingdom.
In 'Orthodoxy,' G.K. Chesterton presents a compelling defense of Christianity, arguing that it is the most rational and fulfilling worldview. The book is a personal and philosophical journey where Chesterton explains how he came to embrace traditional Christianity after exploring various heresies and philosophies. He compares Christianity with other worldviews, highlighting its unique ability to balance paradoxes and provide a coherent explanation of human nature and the world. Chesterton's writing is characterized by his wit, humor, and profound insights, making the book both intellectually stimulating and engagingly readable[1][2][4].
Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley have a conversation about “Orthodoxy” by GK Chesterton.
Questions Covered in This Episode:
- What is the value of reading across church history?
- Who was GK Chesterton? Why is he significant?
- Why did you read this book originally? Why do you keep reading it?
- What is Orthodoxy?
- What stands out to you from the book?
- What are Chesterton’s theological views?
- Why should a listener consider reading it?
Helpful Definitions:
- Modernity: The acceleration of believing that humanity is the center of the story, man is the measurement of all that claims to be true, good, and beautiful. The best way to explore what is true is with man at the center and as the measure.
- Hyper Modernity: An acceleration of modernity that turns it into law or ridiculousness.
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