Gray Matters

Navigating the Space between Legalism and Liberty

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Christian Life
Cover of the book Gray Matters by Brett McCracken, Baker Publishing Group
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Brett McCracken ISBN: 9781441242754
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group Publication: August 1, 2013
Imprint: Baker Books Language: English
Author: Brett McCracken
ISBN: 9781441242754
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
Publication: August 1, 2013
Imprint: Baker Books
Language: English

Culture is in right now for Christians. Engaging it, embracing it, consuming it, and creating it. Many (younger) evangelicals today are actively cultivating an appreciation for aspects of culture previously stigmatized within the church. Things like alcohol, Hollywood's edgier content, plays, art openings, and concerts have moved from being forbidden to being celebrated by believers. But are evangelicals opening their arms too wide in uncritical embrace of culture? How do they engage with culture in ways that are mature, discerning, and edifying rather than reckless, excessive, and harmful? Can there be a healthy, balanced approach--or is that simply wishful thinking?

With the same insight and acuity found in his popular Hipster Christianity, Brett McCracken examines some of the hot-button gray areas of Christian cultural consumption, helping to lead Christians to adopt a more thoughtful approach to consuming culture in the complicated middle ground between legalism and license. Readers will learn how to both enrich their own lives and honor God--refining their ability to discern truth, goodness, beauty, and enjoy his creation.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Culture is in right now for Christians. Engaging it, embracing it, consuming it, and creating it. Many (younger) evangelicals today are actively cultivating an appreciation for aspects of culture previously stigmatized within the church. Things like alcohol, Hollywood's edgier content, plays, art openings, and concerts have moved from being forbidden to being celebrated by believers. But are evangelicals opening their arms too wide in uncritical embrace of culture? How do they engage with culture in ways that are mature, discerning, and edifying rather than reckless, excessive, and harmful? Can there be a healthy, balanced approach--or is that simply wishful thinking?

With the same insight and acuity found in his popular Hipster Christianity, Brett McCracken examines some of the hot-button gray areas of Christian cultural consumption, helping to lead Christians to adopt a more thoughtful approach to consuming culture in the complicated middle ground between legalism and license. Readers will learn how to both enrich their own lives and honor God--refining their ability to discern truth, goodness, beauty, and enjoy his creation.

More books from Baker Publishing Group

Cover of the book One Church, Many Tribes by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book This Isn't the Life I Signed Up For by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Hope for the Same-Sex Attracted by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book A Walk Thru the Life of Abraham (Walk Thru the Bible Discussion Guides) by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Bringing Your Business to Life by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Confident Parenting by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Encountering the Book of Psalms (Encountering Biblical Studies) by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Fighting for Dear Life by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Widow's Choice, The (House of Winslow Book #39) by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Romey's Place by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Becoming Who You Are by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Scarlet Trefoil, The by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Until I Found You by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Jesus in the Mirror by Brett McCracken
Cover of the book Watching TV Religiously (Engaging Culture) by Brett McCracken
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy