Using the text of the New Testament, this engaging study criticallyexamines the traditional portrait of Jesus as an apolitical figure and clarifies the true impact of Jesus' life, work, and teachings on his disciples' social behavior. This second edition is updated and expanded.
John Howard Yoder Books
December 29, 1927 – December 30, 1997
Yoder was a Christian theologian, ethicist, and Biblical scholar, recognized for his radical Christian pacifism and his profound loyalty to his Mennonite faith. His work delves into the intricate relationship between Jesus' teachings and the exercise of political power. He focused on how core Christian principles shape societal and political structures. Yoder's approach emphasized the imperative for transformative change in the world, guided by an authentic adherence to Christ's teachings.
Many Christians have become increasingly sensitive to the destructiveness of war. They are recognizing war's limited ability as a public policy instrument. They are acknowleding the social, economic, and spiritual consequences of preparing to wage war. These concerns have begun to revive the conscience of the church in new ways.This text contends that peacemaking is essential to Christian discipleship. It is the vocation of the church as a whole. Moving beyond the traditional debate around pacifism. This statement seeks dialogue concerning a renewed vision of the entire purpose of God in the world.In A Declaration on Peace, Brethren, Friends, Mennonites, and the Fellowship of Reconciliation seek conversation with Christians everywhere on peace, war, militarism, and justice. The book offers an ecumenical dialogue on the morality of war grounded in a biblical vision common to all Christian communions.
Die Politik Jesu - der Weg des Kreuzes
- 234 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Novozákonní zvěst vykresluje Ježíše jako nositele nové možnosti lidských, společenských a politických vztahů. Jak proměňuje pohled svých následovníků na širší pospolitost, svět dějin i politiky? Pokus o novozákonní etiku ve světle soudobého biblického bádání. Obsahuje kapitoly: Možnosti „mesiášské“ etiky, Přicházející království, Aspekty a důsledky „milostivého léta“, „Bůh bude bojovat za nás“, Možnosti nenásilného odporu, Prozatímní bilance, Kristův učedník a Ježíšova cesta, Kristus a moc, Revoluční podřízenost, Každá duše ať je poddána: Římanům 13 a autorita státu, Ospravedlnění milostí skrze víru, Válka Beránkova.