The 100th Anniversary Edition of the Classic That Changed the American Church ForeverPublished at the beginning of the twentieth century; Christianity and the Social Crisis is the epoch-making book that dramatically expanded the church’s vision of how it could transform the world. The 100th anniversary edition updates this classic with new essays by leading preachers and theologians.
#176827 in Books Alister E McGrath 2008-11-04 2008-11-04Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.11 x .98 x 5.28l; .95 #File Name: 0061436860560 pagesChristianity s Dangerous Idea The Protestant Revolution a History from the Sixteenth Century to the Twenty First
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Do we know where we should be going?By Richard RobinettI am reading this for the second time and have recommended it to several people. McGrath presents an account of the Reformation starting with the 16th century and traces it through the 20th century. In it he sees the dangerous idea as the thought that anyone can read; understand; and interpret the Bible. Okay! So you think that's silly. What is your explanation of why we have so many different Christian groups?McGrath presents a clear case for why we should learn to tolerate and respect each other. Are you sure your interpretation and it's resulting Denomination are correct while everyone else is wrong. I suggest you read the book and learn where we (Christians) have come from. Them maybe we can talk about where we should be going. I would suggest that the result of reading this book should be in learning a little humility and respect for each other in Christ.6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Lots of Information and Very ReadableBy Mary C. RountreeI have no formal education in theology or religious history; but find it interesting and insightful. I have read other books about the Reformation; and often they are too technical and detailed for the average reader. This book is just right for the self-educated; and very well written. It is easy to read; but intellectual at the same time.It also had some surprises. The background of the Reformation was much more complex than I had thought; it was not all about selling indulgences and slothful clergy; but many reasons unrelated to religion. McGrath also explains the how and why some Protestant groups became so extreme and persecuted each other. This book is a good choice for the armchair scholar who wants engaging presentations and intellectually stimulating material.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. that's being said the text is a much helpful contribution in an area which is not in any easy to deal with or even understandBy PrinceI would call it a scholarly level test on the social; political; entrepreneurial; and theological implications of Protestant Reformation. I definitely found some of the answers to the questions I had since I am getting more and more interested in Roman Catholicism. The author himself an Anglican proves that he is a very astute historian and deals with issues that require a very comprehensive knowledge. The book will; in a way prove more the case for Roman Catholicism than for Reformation; that's being said the text is a much helpful contribution in an area which is not in any easy to deal with or even understand. Great work Dr. McGrath. 4.5/5
