The Scandal of the Kingdom
How the Parables of Jesus Revolutionize Life with God
- 240 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
A major new work by Dallas Willard, the highly anticipated follow-up to his seminal work The Divine Conspiracy. In this groundbreaking book based on teachings he delivered to a church community, Willard delves into the transformative power of Jesus's parables, revealing how they show us how to live right now in the kingdom of God.
Drawing from his extensive teachings on spiritual formation, Willard illuminates the timeless wisdom contained within each parable, revealing their profound relevance to contemporary life. With clarity and depth, he guides readers through the subversive messages embedded within these seemingly simple stories, urging us to break free from the grip of worldly values and embrace the radical teachings of Jesus.
The Scandal of the Kingdom is not just a book--it's a call to action. Willard challenges readers to move beyond passive acceptance of comfortable dogmas and instead to actively engage with the values of the kingdom of God. He reminds us that the kingdom is not some distant future destination but a present reality, beckoning us, as the parables of Jesus did, to live with a new purpose and intentionality in the here and now.
Through insightful analysis and practical wisdom, Willard empowers readers to transform their lives and communities by embodying the radical love, compassion, and justice exemplified in Jesus's parables. This book is a beacon of hope for Christians seeking to deepen their faith and live more authentically in accordance with the teachings of Christ. Willard empowers us to:
- Become more passionate about living the gospel in the full scope of Jesus's vision for us
- Better share the faith of Jesus with those disillusioned with Christianity
- Unlock the excitement of living in the upside-down kingdom of God
- Share the gospel of Jesus in the way he did
A significant new resource for Christians worldwide, this book offers a road map for spiritual growth and renewal in an increasingly complex and challenging world. With its profound insights and transformative message, it is destined to leave a lasting impact on the hearts and minds of believers everywhere.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Contents
- Foreword
- Introduction: “Give ’em Heaven”
- 1. The Faith of Christ
- 2. How Jesus Taught
- 3. Why Parables?
- 4. The Secret Inner Working of the Kingdom
- 5. The Greatest Opportunity
- 6. Growing Together in the Kingdom
- 7. Growth and Responsibility
- 8. Revolutionizing Leadership
- 9. Lost and Found
- 10. Prepare the Way
- 11. The Miracle of Forgiveness
- 12. The Outrageous Compassion of God
- 13. What Is Your Life?
- 14. Persistence as the Prerequisite to Growth
- 15. Moved by Compassion
- In Closing
- On Making This Book
- In Gratitude
- Notes