God With Us - The Meaning of The Cross and Resurrection - Then and Now

From the pen of one of our greatest living theologians, here is a fresh and compelling introduction to the foundation story of the Christian faith.

Full of illuminating theological insights, and with questions for discussion or personal reflection at the end of each chapter, this is the perfect book for all those who want to deepen their understanding and appreciation of the heart of the gospel.

Contents

Part One: The meaning of the Cross

1. The sign
2. The sacrifice
3. The victory

Part Two: The meaning of the Resurrection

4. Christ's resurrection then
5. Christ's resurrection now

About the author

Rowan Williams, Baron Williams of Oystermouth, PC, FBA, FRSL, FLSW, is a world renowned theological writer, teacher, and poet. He was the 104th Archbishop of Canterbury (2002–2012) before becoming Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge (2012-2020). His most recent books include A Century of Poetry (2022), Collected Poems (2021), Luminaries (2019), Being Human (2018), God With Us (2017), Being Disciples (2016) and Being Christian (2014).

Summary

A fresh look at the foundation story of the Christian faith by one of the world’s greatest living theologians

Product details

• Authors: Dr Rowan Williams, Dr. Rowan Williams, Lord Rowan Williams, Rowan Williams
• Publisher: O'Reilly
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 19.01.2017
• EAN: 9780281076642
• ISBN: 978-0-281-07664-2
• No. of pages: 128
• Weight: 139 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Practical theology; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Religion: general, reference works; RELIGION / Christian Theology / General, RELIGION / Christianity / General, RELIGION / Biblical Studies / General, Theology, Christianity, Christian theology, Bible studies: for individual or small group study, Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts, lent books; Christian faith; resurrection; cross; faith