It's the end of Christianity as we know it. But it's not a catastrophe-it's an opportunity. Thousands are walking away from the church. Christians are grappling with their faith. And both believers and nonbelievers wondering-what's coming next? Fearless and provocative, spiritual trailblazer Christian Piatt offers a roadmap to the future of faith with an unflinching examination of the church today. What's left? Pairing the best "virtues" and worst "scandals" of Christianity, Piatt invites us to abandon institutional religion for deeper, truer faith. Can we fix it? Guided by the biggest historical, religious, and pop-cultural pioneers of the post Christian era, he demonstrates how to save the best of what Christianity has to offer-and how to rediscover and reinvent the rest. Do we care? There's plenty of good left in Christianity-if we dare to be as scandalously graceful and loving as Jesus Himself. Bold and insightful, Postchristian dares Christians to break out of the box and invites outsiders into the fold as we revolutionize faith for a postmodern world.
Have you ever had a burning question that seemed off limits or inappropriate to ask about Christianity, the Bible, or Jesus? You Can’t Ask That! gathers 50 of the most provocative, challenging, or otherwise taboo questions that many of us have wondered about but few have actually asked. Edited by Christian Piatt, who once had a bible thrown at his head for asking too many questions during a Sunday school class, this collection considers nothing off limits and takes the hard questions seriously. Responses from theology professors, pastors, lay leaders, and other progressive Christians range from the personal to the profound and from sarcastic to deeply touching. By offering multiple perspectives to those banned questions, readers can craft their own answers. Better yet, they’ll understand that questioning faith is not taboo; it’s the foundation of a strong and growing faith.
Using the annual lectionary as his guide, Christian Piatt has put together a devotional that allows us to read through major parts of the Old and New Testaments. Every week has four Scripture readings, glossary terms, deeper thoughts, and a closing prayer. Start anywhere. Set it down and come back to it. Use it as an in-depth study guide or a daily devotional. There‘s no ""wrong way"" to use Surviving the Bible. Engage ancient texts in new ways that make sense, here and now, maybe for the first time.
This latest book in the insightful and entertaining Banned Questions series addresses fifty questions about Christians that many of us have wondered regarding Hell, sprinkle vs dunk baptism, gay and lesbian issues in ministry, the inconsistencies of communion, the multitude of denominations, God's allowance of suffering in the world, and more. This is a great addition to your library as you (or your study group) ponder the questions many have wanted to ask and few were brave enough to answer.
Resuscitate your relationship with the Bible A lot of us have tried to read the Bible. And we've failed. Christian Piatt has too. But now, using the annual lectionary as his guide, he has put together a devotional that allows us to read through major parts of the Old and New Testaments and finally understand them in plain English. Every week has several Scripture readings, explanations of confusing terms, a story, a deeper dive into interesting themes, and a closing prayer. You can use it as a weekly study or browse a thematic list for something you're curious about. It's an ideal resource to use with a friend or small group, but it's set up to be accessed by anyone who has enough curiosity, openness, and desire to grow. Start anywhere. Set it down and come back to it. There's no "wrong way" to use Surviving the Bible. Engage ancient texts in new ways that make sense, here and now, maybe for the first time. Any way you use it, it's sure to challenge and inspire.
Resuscitate your relationship with the Bible A lot of us have tried to read the Bible. And we've failed. Christian Piatt has too. But now, using the annual lectionary as his guide, he has put together a devotional that allows us to read through major parts of the Old and New Testaments and finally understand them in plain English. Every week has several Scripture readings, explanations of confusing terms, a story, a deeper dive into interesting themes, and a closing prayer. You can use it as a weekly study or browse a thematic list for something you're curious about. It's an ideal resource to use with a friend or small group, but it's set up to be accessed by anyone who has enough curiosity, openness, and desire to grow. Start anywhere. Set it down and come back to it. There's no "wrong way" to use Surviving the Bible. Engage ancient texts in new ways that make sense, here and now, maybe for the first time. Any way you use it, it's sure to challenge and inspire.
What if, through modern science, we had the power to resurrect Jesus? First, the dreams came. And then the blood. Young Jacob had always known he was different, but he was beginning to lose control. Unknown to him, Nica, the skeptical New York journalist was beginning to pull the pieces together: the Israeli Antiquities Authority, the Max Planck Institute in Germany, VitaGen labs in Pennsylvania. And then there was the Project, the group rumored to be obsessed with invoking apocalyptic end-times on their own terms. But what role could a teenage boy from Denver, Colorado, play in this unfolding story line?
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Pushed and motivated by his hard working mother and spiritual grandmother, Christian accomplished many things growing up. Following behind Darius, his older brother's footsteps, he was able to learn from his mistakes, which gave Walden an advantage over most young men.Though he is not perfect, Christian stumbled a few times, but always managed to stay ten toes down. His Junior year in High school, going into his Senior year he welcomed his heart and soul, his son Hayden into the world. Even though he and Alyssa, Hayden's mother was young, Christian had no regrets. Walden knew it was special because his son was born the exact same day he was; June 18, 2010. Season of the Gemini, which he embraces so much; Christian grew up as a superstar basketball player, and loved doing what he did best. Following the birth of Hayden, he decided to let go of basketball and pursue a career in fashion. He took the leap of faith and enrolled in Savannah College of Art and Design, in Atlanta Georgia. There, he studied in Fashion Marketing and Management. He took his talents that were inherited and started his own clothing brand, Xian LaSalle, which is on the way to be one of world's biggest statement brand. Life took a big turn when Christian turned 22. He was sentenced to 10 years, to serve 7 in custody; and sent to prison. It shocked everyone. It shocked the world. On August 26, 2015 Walden accepted the Lord as His personal Savior. God saved his life. He granted him another chance and set him up for gold.Mr. Walden's goal is to help save others through his testimony just as his Heavenly Father saved him. His promise to God and his family is...he will change the world. He will fulfill his major definite purpose. "Mon Dieux Est Avec Moi - My God is with me" - Amen. Christian LaSalle Walden; born June 18, 1993, 23 years of age. He is Queens New York bred and Atlanta Georgia fed. Through tremendous trials and tribulations in his life, he is still hungry for success. Walden grew up in a single family home with his mother, Regina and older brother Darius, and also his grandmother, Carola Landis Rice.
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