Ellul, Jacques
The Subversion of Christianity
- ISBN 13:
- 9781606089743
- author:
- Ellul, Jacques
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wipf and Stock
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 212
- Genre:
- Religion, Christianity
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Subversion of Christianity by Jacques Ellul This provocative book challenges the notion that modern Christianity is equivalent to the original revelation of God. Instead, Ellul argues that successive generations have reinterpreted Scripture and adapted it to their own cultural contexts, leading society further away from the truth of the gospel. Ellul identifies several areas where this perversion is most evident, including the church's emphasis on moralism and its involvement in politics. He contends that the problem lies not in the message of Christianity itself, but in our attempts to make it acceptable and easy to follow, rather than embracing its scandalous nature. Despite this, Ellul remains hopeful, suggesting that the Holy Spirit continues to move in the world. Ultimately, The Subversion of Christianity is a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities and challenges facing modern Christianity.
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