Description: Being Disciples by Rowan Williams Basic instruction in Christian discipleship from one of the worlds greatest living theologians "Discipleship," says Rowan Williams in this companion to his best-selling Being Christian, "is a state of being. Discipleship is about how we live; not just the decisions we make, not just the things we believe, but a state of being." Having covered baptism, Bible, Eucharist, and prayer in Being Christian, Williams turns his attention in this book to what is required for us to continue following Jesus and growing in faith. The book has six succinct chapters:Being DisciplesFaith, Hope, and LoveForgivenessHolinessFaith in SocietyLife in the Spirit In his typically gentle, inviting, pastoral writing style, Williams offers biblically grounded wisdom for Christians at all stages of their journeys as disciples of Jesus. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Rowan Williams served as the 104th Archbishop of Canterbury from 2002 to 2012 and is now Master of Magdalene College, University of Cambridge. His many other books include The Lions World: A Journey into the Heart of Narnia, Tokens of Trust: An Introduction to Christian Belief, and Being Christian: Baptism, Bible, Eucharist, Prayer. Review Justin Welby --Archbishop of Canterbury "Here is quite the most beautiful writing on discipleship I know." Kate Bottley "Here is an essential guide for the journey. . . . Rowan Williams writes with a gentle strength that witnesses to the joy to be found in being disciples of Jesus." Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Accessible and thought-provoking. . . . An excellent spiritual guide for individual or small group use." Theology "Rowan Williams has produced a beautiful piece of writing on Christian essentials." Church Times "A book of enormous substance. . . . It is impossible to do it justice; so you must buy it and read it. And then read it again. And again." Walter Brueggemann "Williams ushers us more deeply into our best discernment of the Christian life." Review Quote Justin Welby --Archbishop of Canterbury "Here is quite the most beautiful writing on discipleship I know." Kate Bottley "Here is an essential guide for the journey. . . . Rowan Williams writes with a gentle strength that witnesses to the joy to be found in being disciples of Jesus." Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Accessible and thought-provoking. . . . An excellent spiritual guide for individual or small group use." Theology "Rowan Williams has produced a beautiful piece of writing on Christian essentials." Church Times "A book of enormous substance. . . . It is impossible to do it justice; so you must buy it and read it. And then read it again. And again." Walter Brueggemann "Williams ushers us more deeply into our best discernment of the Christian life." Details ISBN0802874320 Author Rowan Williams Short Title BEING DISCIPLES Language English ISBN-10 0802874320 ISBN-13 9780802874320 Media Book Format Paperback Imprint William B Eerdmans Publishing Co Subtitle Essentials of the Christian Life Place of Publication Grand Rapids Country of Publication United States DEWEY 248.4 Year 2016 Publication Date 2016-09-16 Affiliation Magdalene College Cambridge UK AU Release Date 2016-09-16 NZ Release Date 2016-09-16 US Release Date 2016-09-16 UK Release Date 2016-09-16 Pages 88 Publisher William B Eerdmans Publishing Co Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:100458273;
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Book Title: Being Disciples: Essentials of the Christian Life
Item Height: 216mm
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Author: Rowan Williams
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Topic: Religious History, Christianity
Publisher: William B Eerdmans Publishing Co
Publication Year: 2016
Item Weight: 113g
Number of Pages: 88 Pages