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Nature and Grace

A New Approach to Thomistic Ressourcement

By: Andrew Dean Swafford

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Nature and Grace

A New Approach to Thomistic Ressourcement

By: Andrew Dean Swafford

Conventional wisdom has it that thinking on nature and grace among Roman Catholic intellectuals between the sixteenth century and the eve of Vatican II was severely clouded by the work of Cajetan and his fellow Thomistic commentators. Henri de Lubachas rightly been given credit for pointing this out; and to all appearances, de Lubac's influence won the day, as can be seen by the imprint of his thought upon not just the Second Vatican Council, but also the pontifi cates of John Paul II and Benedict XVI. In recent years, however, a new crop of Thomistic scholars has arisen who question whether de Lubac's word on nature and grace should be the last; hence, the debate over the nature-grace relation, so heated in the mid-twentieth century, has been stirred once again. Andrew Dean Swafford here offers a 'third way' by way of the nineteenth-century German theologian, Matthias J. Scheeben, who has been neglected in academic appraisals of the subject until now. Swafford shows that Scheeben captures the very best of both sides, while at the same time avoiding the characteristic pitfalls so often alleged against each.

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0227903870

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Spiritual Survival in the Modern World

Insights from C. S. Lewis's Screwtape Letters

By: Andrew Dean Swafford

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Spiritual Survival in the Modern World

Insights from C. S. Lewis's Screwtape Letters

By: Andrew Dean Swafford

In this work, Dr. Swafford opens up the wisdom of C.S. Lewis' Screwtape Letters. From challenges at home, evangelization, overcoming anxiety, doubt, prayer, and becoming other-centered--these and many other struggles a Christian is bound to face show up in these pages. What unites this book is Swafford's ability to untwist the demonic plan to keep us down and bring us to despair. Truly, this work provides a roadmap for spiritual survival in the modern age, one that will empower us to live a life of joy and peace right now.

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1498295207

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Nature and Grace

A New Approach to Thomistic Ressourcement

By: Andrew Dean Swafford

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John Paul II to Aristotle and Back Again

A Christian Philosophy of Life

By: Andrew Dean Swafford

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John Paul II to Aristotle and Back Again

A Christian Philosophy of Life

By: Andrew Dean Swafford

Have you ever struggled to explain the basics of a Christian worldview, particularly as it concerns God's existence and his relation to the natural order, morality, even sexual ethics? Utilizing the thought of the late Pope John Paul II and the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, Dr. Andrew Swafford has done just this. This book explains the philosophical underpinnings of a Christian worldview--in a way that is accessible to the general reader--discussing God's existence, faith and reason, a tour through virtue-ethics leading to authentic happiness (and discussing the seven deadly sins along the way), as well as John Paul II's teaching on the "language" of the body and the meaning of the human vocation to make a gift of one's self. The reader will come away with a deep understanding of the philosophical foundations for the Christian life.

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Spiritual Survival in the Modern World

Insights from C. S. Lewis's Screwtape Letters

By: Andrew Dean Swafford

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Gift and Grit

How Heroic Virtue Can Change Your Life and Relationships

By: Andrew Swafford,Sarah Swafford

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Gift and Grit

How Heroic Virtue Can Change Your Life and Relationships

By: Andrew Swafford,Sarah Swafford

Develop meaningful, joy-filled relationships through a life of virtue. Attentive to the challenges faced by young people today—online dating, social media, and more—Gift and Grit: How Heroic Virtue Can Change Your Life and Relationships presents the insights that Andrew and Sarah Swafford (the author of Emotional Virtue: A Guide to Drama-Free Relationships) have learned about fostering authentic relationships, answering life’s deepest questions, and remaining committed to a relationship with God from more than fifteen years of ministry to college students. Beginning with stories of how God has personally transformed their own hearts and using the interactions they have had with the young adults to whom they minister, the Swaffords approach those who desire a truly meaningful life with a message of faith, hope, transformation, and joy. This valuable book presents real-life advice on: Fostering good and faithful friendships, with both men and women Pursuing fulfilling and holy romantic relationships Navigating past wounds and how to move forward to find healing Achieving the greatness that every person desires Bridging the gap between today’s world and the spiritual life Living life to the fullest as God intended To those facing universal human struggles with isolation, insecurity, and sadness, Gift and Grit inspires a deeper look at the healing, forgiveness, and transformation we desperately desire in our lives and in our relationships. With discussion questions, Gift and Grit is perfect for small groups and book clubs to grow together in faith. “Gift and Grit is an excellent and practical guide to receiving the happiness, meaning, and truth that most profoundly echo in every human heart. Andrew and Sarah gift the reader with refreshing, honest, vulnerable, and timeless wisdom that can be applied in your life today. You will read this book and ponder your own heart as you experience the fire of desire to live your life running toward the Lord, bringing as many people with you as you can.” – Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT “It’s like I’m in the room with them. We are around the table, living life and talking about what matters. Anyone who has spent any time with the marvelous Andrew and Sarah will immediately recognize that this work is a continuation of the real-life conversations they have all the time with college students, young adults, or friends of all kinds. Their real-life voices come through the book brilliantly, clearly, with all the joy and life-is-messy down-to-earth faithfulness they are known for. Priceless!” – Fr. Craig Vasek, Secretariat of Catechesis and Evangelization

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Ascension Press

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1954881932

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John Paul II to Aristotle and Back Again

A Christian Philosophy of Life

By: Andrew Dean Swafford

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John Paul II to Aristotle and Back Again

A Christian Philosophy of Life

By: Andrew Dean Swafford

Have you ever struggled to explain the basics of a Christian worldview, particularly as it concerns God's existence and his relation to the natural order, the basics of morality, even sexual ethics? Utilizing the thought of the late Pope John Paul II and the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, Dr. Andrew Swafford has done just this. This book explains the philosophical underpinnings of a Christian worldview--in a way that is accessible to the general reader--discussing God's existence, faith and reason, a tour through a virtue-ethics which leads to authentic happiness (and discussing the seven deadly sins along the way), as well as John Paul II's teaching on the "language" of the body and the meaning of the human vocation to make a gift of one's self. The reader will come away with a deep understanding of the philosophical foundations for the Christian life.

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Book's by Andrew Dean Swafford

Nature and Grace

Nature and Grace

Spiritual Survival in the Modern World

Spiritual Survival in the Modern World

Nature and Grace

Nature and Grace

John Paul II to Aristotle and Back Again

John Paul II to Aristotle and Back Again

Spiritual Survival in the Modern World

Spiritual Survival in the Modern World

Gift and Grit

Gift and Grit

John Paul II to Aristotle and Back Again

John Paul II to Aristotle and Back Again

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