May 13, 2004

It Takes a Church to Raise a Christian

The headline is also the title of a very good book that I've read half of, so far, a book I found via Mark D. Roberts' blog. It Takes a Church to Raise a Christian, subtitled "How the Community of God Transforms Lives," was written by Tod E. Bolsinger, Ph.D., and is based on his doctoral dissertation. It argues powerfully for making church reflect the essence of the trinitarian God, which is three divine beings in a community of love.

Tod was kind enough to send me a free copy after I emailed him about it, and I have enjoyed reading it, and am encouraged by it. Church can be more than a lecture series, or a debating society, or a social club, or a Jesus-themed rock concert. It can be a powerful force for changing lives.

Consider this a teaser. I'll have comments on the book soon after I finish reading it...