Christian practical wisdom : what it is, why it matters /

In this richly collaborative work, five distinguished scholars examine the oft-neglected embodied practical wisdom that is essential for true theological understanding and faithful Christian living. After first showing what Christian practical wisdom is and does in several real-life situations, the...

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Main Authors: Bass, Dorothy C (Author), Bass, Dorothy C. (Author), Cahalan, Kathleen A (Author), Miller-McLemore, Bonnie J. (Author), Nieman, James R., 1956- (Author), Scharen, Christian, 1966- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Grand Rapids, Michigan : William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2016
Grand Rapids, Michigan : [2016]
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Summary:In this richly collaborative work, five distinguished scholars examine the oft-neglected embodied practical wisdom that is essential for true theological understanding and faithful Christian living. After first showing what Christian practical wisdom is and does in several real-life situations, the authors tell why such practical wisdom matters and how it operates, exploring reasons behind its decline in both the academy and the church and setting forth constructive cases for its renewal
n this richly collaborative work, five distinguished scholars examine the oft-neglected embodied practical wisdom that is essential for true theological understanding and faithful Christian living. After first showing what Christian practical wisdom is and does in several real-life situations, the authors tell why such practical wisdom matters and how it operates, exploring reasons behind its decline in both the academy and the church and setting forth constructive cases for its renewal
Item Description:Includes index
Physical Description:viii, 352 pages ; 22 cm
viii, 352 pages ; 23 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:0802868738
9780802868732