The Upside Down Kingdom
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The Upside Down Kingdom

Wisdom for Life from the Beatitudes

  1. 192 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

The Upside Down Kingdom

Wisdom for Life from the Beatitudes

About this book

An Examination of the Beatitudes and Jesus's Counterintuitive Promises

In our sinful world, we often struggle with anxiety, loneliness, and heartache. Everywhere we look, we see broken families and divided communities. How can we truly cultivate God's kingdom "on earth as it is in heaven" in such a broken place? 

In the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:2–12), Jesus urges us to set ourselves apart from the world, living in a counterculture with a new identity rooted in him. The Upside Down Kingdom examines this counterintuitive wisdom and explores its relevance for today. Drawing on insights from the biblical story of redemption, church fathers, Reformation scholars throughout history, and contemporary life, this book equips and encourages readers to get their spiritual bearings in an upside-down world. Author Chris Castaldo ultimately points readers to the kingdom of Christ—not as a set of rules, but as a means of bringing peace and blessing here and now.

  • Written for Laypersons and Teachers of the Word: Perfect for those interested in issues confronting the church 
  • Thorough Study of the Beatitudes: Each chapter explores a core teaching in Christ's Sermon on the Mount
  • Appeals to Pastors and Disciple Makers: A historically informed, biblically rich, and countercultural vision of Christian life

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Information

Publisher
Crossway
Year
2023
Print ISBN
9781433584916

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Newsletter Signup
  3. Endorsements
  4. Title Page
  5. Copyright
  6. Dedication
  7. Contents
  8. Acknowledgments
  9. Introduction You Are Invited
  10. 1 The Poverty That Makes One Rich
  11. 2 When Loss Becomes Gain
  12. 3 Gentleness in a Hostile World
  13. 4 Taste and See
  14. 5 The Face of Mercy
  15. 6 Seeing God
  16. 7 Peace Be with You
  17. 8 Even So, Rejoice
  18. Epilogue When Down Is Up
  19. Notes
  20. General Index
  21. Scripture Index