Children in the Bible - A Fresh Approach

In re-examining what the Bible says about children, mission theologian Anne Richards argues that God finds children worthy of call, commission, blessing, healing and salvation. Interweaving analysis of the Biblical material with stories about contemporary children and childhood, also touches on issues of infertility, consumerism and neglect.

About the author

Dr Anne Richards is National Advisor for Mission Theology for the Church of England. She is a prolific writer and much-requested speaker on a wide range of theological topics.

Summary

In re-examining what the Bible says about children, mission theologian Anne Richards argues that God finds children worthy of call, commission, blessing, healing and salvation. Interweaving analysis of the Biblical material with stories about contemporary children and childhood, also touches on issues of infertility, consumerism and neglect.

Product details

• Authors: Anne Richards, Dr Anne Richards
• Publisher: O'Reilly
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 18.04.2013
• EAN: 9780281066889
• ISBN: 978-0-281-06688-9
• No. of pages: 176
• Weight: 261 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Religious writings, prayers, songbooks, religious meditations; RELIGION / Christianity / General, RELIGION / Biblical Studies / General, RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Pastoral Resources, Christianity, Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts, Religious social and pastoral thought and activity, Biblical Studies & Exegesis, Christian social thought & activity