The answer to bad religion is not no religion : a guide to good religion for seekers, skeptics, and believers /
Thielen, Martin, 1956-
The answer to bad religion is not no religion : a guide to good religion for seekers, skeptics, and believers / Martin Thielen. - First edition. - xv, 160 pages ; 22 cm
Introduction: One pastor's story -- The answer to bad religion -- Is not no religion -- But good religion -- Conclusion.
In an effort to help those who've been hurt by or turned off by negative religion, Thielen explains that there is an alternative to abandoning religion: good religion. Personal stories illustrate the dangers of religion that is judgmental, anti-intellectual, and legalistic. Thielen provides counterparts to the characteristics of bad religion, explaining that good religion is grace-filled, promotes love and forgiveness, and is inclusive and hope-filled.
0664239471 (alk. paper) 9780664239473 (alk. paper)
2013041192
Apologetics--Textbooks.
The answer to bad religion is not no religion : a guide to good religion for seekers, skeptics, and believers / Martin Thielen. - First edition. - xv, 160 pages ; 22 cm
Introduction: One pastor's story -- The answer to bad religion -- Is not no religion -- But good religion -- Conclusion.
In an effort to help those who've been hurt by or turned off by negative religion, Thielen explains that there is an alternative to abandoning religion: good religion. Personal stories illustrate the dangers of religion that is judgmental, anti-intellectual, and legalistic. Thielen provides counterparts to the characteristics of bad religion, explaining that good religion is grace-filled, promotes love and forgiveness, and is inclusive and hope-filled.
0664239471 (alk. paper) 9780664239473 (alk. paper)
2013041192
Apologetics--Textbooks.