Scandal of Evangelical Politics, The: Why Are Christians Missing the Chance to Really Change the World?Evangelicals today probably have more political influence in the U.S. than at any time in the last century--but they may not be certain what to do with it. It has been difficult to develop a unified voice on pressing issues such as social justice and moral renewal. The Scandal of Evangelical Politics provides evangelical Christians with a systematic political philosophy to guide and sustain political activism. Soundly based in biblical principles and guided by a careful study of society, this book will guide readers into more thoughtful and effective political activity. Practical, balanced, and nonpartisan, The Scandal of Evangelical Politics will be a welcome resource during the race for the 2008 presidential election. |
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Contents
Acknowledgments | 9 |
A Better Approach | 25 |
From Biblical Paradigms | 77 |
Copyright | |
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| Title | Scandal of Evangelical Politics, The: Why Are Christians Missing the Chance to Really Change the World? |
| Author | Ronald J. Sider |
| Publisher | Baker Publishing Group, 2008 |
| ISBN | 0801068371, 9780801068379 |
| Length | 282 pages |
| Subjects | › › Religion / Christian Living / General Religion / Religion, Politics & State |
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