Synopses & Reviews
"Noone raises provocative questions about Christianity more kindly than PhilipGulley. " —Diana Butler Bass,author of
Christianity for the Rest of Us“Everyserious Christian ought to read this book, ponder it,wrestlewith it, but above all, be grateful for its presence in today's urgentconversation about what we are and are becoming as a people of God.” —Phyllis Tickle, author of The GreatEmergence
RenownedQuaker minister Philip Gulley, bestselling author of If the Church WereChristian, delivers a practical, insightful guide to developing aliving, flexible, personal Christianity—a faith that allows you to confront theprofound challenges facing every believer in todays difficult world.
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“If I were forced to pretend to believe in God again, I would choose Philip Gulleys God: a deity who cares not whether you worship him, but how you treat other people.” Dan Barker, author of Godless
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“In our ever changing world, Gulleys book is much needed. An important book for any person of faith.” Archbishop Desmond Tutu, author of Made for Goodness
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“Every serious Christian ought to read this book, ponder it,wrestle with it, but above all, be grateful for its presence in todays urgent conversation about what we are and are becoming as a people of God.” Phyllis Tickle, author of The Great Emergence
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“No one raises provocative questions about Christianity more kindly than Philip Gulley. ” Diana Butler Bass, author of Christianity for the Rest of Us
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“The verve and clarity of Gulleys writing underscore the welcome nature of his message to many thoughtful “unchurched” or alienated Christians.” Library Journal (starred review)
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“Because of the gentle intelligence of his storytelling as much as his homely, experiential theology, he may convince many that they are progressive Christians, too.” Booklist
Synopsis
For too long, American Christianity has been defined by a narrowness of mind and spirit. Thoughtful people are leaving the Church in droves, unwilling to diminish their lives or the lives of others for the sake of faith. Now, in The Evolution of Faith, controversial minister Philip Gulley argues for a journey towards a more dynamic belief system, a faith that changes and grows with humanity.
Gulley proposes a Christianity that brings out the best in people, not the worst; a Christianity at home with people of other faiths; a Christianity grateful for scientific knowledge, and a Christianity rooted in God's grace. The Evolution of Faith will be of vital interest to those interested in Christianity of today and its future direction.
Philip Gulley is a Quaker minister, writer, husband, and father. He is the best-selling author of Front Porch Tales and the acclaimed Harmony series, as well as If Grace is True and If God is Love (coauthored with James Mulholland). He hosts "Porch Talk" on the Emmy-winning WFYI show "Across Indiana." Gulley lives with his wife and two sons in Indiana; visit him online at www.philipgulleybooks.com.
--Archbishop Desmond Tutu, author of Made for Goodness
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Philip Gulley, famous for his own controversial theology that affirms universality, urges us in The Evolution of Faith to let go of our tightly held beliefs and start the journey toward a dynamic faith. Faith should always be seen as a work in progress, and this accessible guide will be a must-have tool for those interested in where the Christian faith is going today.
About the Author
Philip Gulley is a Quaker minister, writer, husband, and father. He is the bestselling author of Front Porch Tales, the acclaimed Harmony series, and is coauthor of If Grace Is True and If God Is Love. Gulley lives with his wife and two sons in Indiana, and is a frequent speaker at churches, colleges, and retreat centers across the country.