Where Should Babies Come From? | Matthew Lee Anderson

'Resurrection and Moral Order' by Oliver O'Donovan provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the relationship between Christian eschatology and ethics. O'Donovan argues that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is not merely a historical event but the foundation for a coherent moral order. He examines how Christian beliefs about the future resurrection should shape our understanding of justice, love, and responsibility in the present. The book critiques alternative ethical frameworks and offers a compelling vision of how Christian ethics can contribute to the renewal of society. It emphasizes the importance of aligning our actions with the reality of the resurrection and living in anticipation of God's promised future.

In 'The Spirit of the Disciplines', Dallas Willard argues that spiritual disciplines are essential for transforming Christians into the character of Christ. He contends that these disciplines, such as solitude, silence, fasting, and prayer, are concrete activities that make us more receptive to God's Kingdom. The book explores the theological foundation of these disciplines, their historical context, and their practical application in everyday life. Willard emphasizes that salvation is a process of transformation worked out through our physical bodies and that these disciplines are crucial for living a life that reflects Christ's teachings.