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Book SynopsisIn these essays written expressly for this book, renowned spiritual writers and theologians wrestle with the problems of the human condition in the world today and what a walk with God might reveal about them.
Trade ReviewThere is a value in which these experienced writers have assayed their views and walue in the multiplicity of religious perspectives. * Library Journal *
Clearly written, with impressive erudition, balance, and wit, this book will be agreeable reading for warrior or anyone interested in their welfare. * Publishers Weekly *
This provocative and diverse collection of very readable essays includes some of the thoughts of important theologians, philosophers, and spiritual writers on the events of September 11th and the awareness that we live in a fragile world. Highly recommended. * CHOICE *
Almost every reader will find something to carry away from this book and ponder. This is not a book of answers, but a testimony to the way in which persons with different agendas cope with the fragile world in which they live. Highly recommended. -- J. H. Ware, Austin College * CHOICE *
If ever a book were needed to add light in a season of heat, and courage in an age of fear, this is it. The unintended consequence of tragedy is often deep pastoral insight. This book is one of those pastoral consequences that will see us through and to the other side. -- Rev. Peter J. Gomes, Plummer Professor of Christian Morals and Pusey Minister in the Memorial Church, Harvard University
A wise, healing book that draws consoling and challenging words out of the stunned silence of their time. -- James Carroll, author of Constantine's Sword: The Church and the Jews, A History
Table of ContentsPart 1 Part One: PATHS AND PASSAGES Chapter 2 Walking in the World with a Fragile God Chapter 3 God and the World's Disorders Chapter 4 Unless You Become Like Children Chapter 5 And Faith Will Light the Way Chapter 6 On the Streets of a Fragile World Part 7 Part Two: BELIEVING IS SEEING Chapter 8 Watching for God Chapter 9 Terror and the Christian Faith Chapter 10 The Solitude of God Chapter 11 Where in the (Postmodern) World Is God? Part 12 Part Three: PAST THE GATES OF HELL Chapter 13 Seeing Things as They Really Are Chapter 14 September 11, 2001: A Pacifist Response Chapter 15 Saving Flesh Chapter 16 Walking with God without Running Scared
