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Beautiful Sayings – Beatitudes of Grace – Book

The Beatitudes of Jesus Christ shine as light in the midst of the darkness of our world. Imagine an alternative kingdom where political and religious division, hatred and rancor are transcended and overcome by Christ-followers whose lives embody the Beautiful Sayings of Jesus. Here is hope and healing – here is the Jesus Way that can transform our lives, our culture and our world at large. These eight Beatitudes are not another episode in the long line of oppressive “to do” lists. Rather, be prepared to see how they describe what Christ already “finished” for us and will deposit in us. discover the Beatitudes as a ...

A More Christlike Word by Bradley Jersak

The third book in the “More Christlike” series by Brad Jersak A More Christlike Word - Reading Scripture the Emmaus Way The Scriptures are an essential aspect of the Christian faith. But we have often equated them with the living Word Himself, even elevating them above the One to whom they point. In doing so, we have distorted their central message—and our view of God. Tragically, this has caused multitudes of people unnecessary doubt, confusion, and pain in their encounters with the Scriptures. Many people understand God as being truly loving and good. Yet, they struggle with depictions of God in Scripture as wrathful, violent, ...

Review of Brad Jersak’s “A More Christlike Way” – by Rob Grayson

I’ve been dabbling in amateur theology for a few years now. One of the main reasons I find theology a worthwhile pursuit – beyond the pure intellectual joy of contemplating and wrestling with some of life’s biggest questions – is that our theology inescapably affects how we inhabit and move through the world. Our actions mostly flow out of our attitudes, which in turn are strongly influenced by what we believe about ultimate reality – which, after all, is what theology is all about. My own theological journey has been one of significant change over the past decade or so. My perspective on key issues like the character of God, the nature of ...