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Book SynopsisThis volume explores the connections between our own birth, the experience of having children, and the new birth of the Christian life. Seasoned pastor James Howell offers theological perspectives on a variety of themes associated with birth, such as who we are in light of having once lived in utero, why people might have children, infertility, adoption, baptism, and how to make sense of it all in light of God coming to us first in Mary's womb and then as an infant. The book includes paintings, photos, and drawings. About the Series Pastors are called to help people navigate the profound mysteries of being human, from birth to death and everything in between. This series, edited by leading pastoral theologian Jason Byassee, provides pastors and pastors-in-training with rich theological reflection on the various seasons that make up a human life, helping them minister with greater wisdom and joy.
Table of ContentsContents Series Preface Introduction Part 1: Our Mysterious Beginning 1. In My Mother's Womb 2. My Birthday 3. Unchosenness and Being Chosen Part 2: Jesus's Birth and Early Life 4. Mary, Mother of Our Lord 5. The Birth of Jesus 6. Jesus's First Days Part 3: The Complexities of Conception and Raising Children 7. Why Have Children? 8. Having Children 9. The First Days after Birth 10. Infertility and Medicine 11. When Medicine Fails Part 4: Our New Birth 12. Adoption 13. Remember Your Baptism 14. You Must Be Born Again Epilogue Index
