__'A powerful defence of Christian orthodoxy, opening up its expansive, generous and life-giving vision.' ALISTER McGRATH__  
  
'Learned and wise, this is a book that achieves what even many Christians may find a startling feat: a demonstration that orthodoxy is far more radical &amp; interesting a concept than heresy.' TOM HOLLAND__  
  
'Generous orthodoxy' is a liberating outlook that encourages the Church to embrace different traditions of belief, worship and prayer within a broad framework of Christian faith.  
  
But is it really possible to be both generous and orthodox?  
  
In _Navigating a World of Grace_, Graham Tomlin offers his own invigorating vision of a generous orthodoxy that is rooted in the creeds' description of a God who is, by nature, the essence of generous grace. Looking at the history of the church, he explores how orthodoxy can enrich and enhance our perception of the world. Rather than restricting us, it liberates us to be generous in our expressions of faith.  
  
This tantalizingly different theology, that brings together the best from every tradition, shows why orthodoxy is so important to the Christian faith – and how it can bring us together as a revitalized, unified and visionary Church.  
  
Accessible and insightful, _Navigating a World of Grace_ acts as a companion volume to _The Bond of Peace_ but can also be read by itself as an exploration and celebration how Christians of all denominations can show generosity and grace in embracing different traditions of worship while remaining united by a single orthodoxy of faith.  
  
Ideal reading for anyone wanting to understand the meaning of generous orthodoxy better or how we can engage with different parts of the church with grace, this is an encouraging and inspiring vision for the future of the church. _Navigating a World of Grace_ challenges us to see that adopting an attitude of generosity towards other Christians and those outside the Christian faith is part of orthodoxy, and will result in a deeper, fuller experience of God than we can possibly imagine.

Introduction 1  
Part 1  
  
THE GENEROSITY OF ORTHODOXY  
1 The origins of orthodoxy 11  
2 Creator of heaven and earth 28  
3 The only Son of God 43  
4 Dead and buried 59  
5 The giver of life 75  
  
Part 2  
THE ORTHODOXY OF GENEROSITY  
6 The anatomy of generosity 93  
7 Heresy 109  
8 The household of faith 124  
9 The bonds and boundaries of unity 139  
10 The generous community 154  
Appendix: The Nicene Creed 171  
Notes 172  
Bibliography 187

\["For Christians seeking a generous view of faith", "Challenges rigid beliefs with a grace-filled approach", "You will embrace a richer, more inclusive faith journey"\]

This book offers a fresh perspective on orthodoxy through grace.

Graham Tomlin

Introduction

Part 1: THE GENEROSITY OF ORTHODOXY

1 The origins of orthodoxy

2 Creator of heaven and earth

3 The only Son of God

4 Dead and buried

5 The giver of life

Part 2: THE ORTHODOXY OF GENEROSITY

6 The anatomy of generosity

7 Heresy

8 The household of faith

9 The bonds and boundaries of unity

10 The generous community

Appendix: The Nicene Creed

Notes

Bibliography

The word ‘orthodoxy’ can conjure up ideas of control, of ticking boxes of correct belief and authoritarian dominance. This book offers a tantalizingly different vision, suggesting that ‘generosity’ and 'orthodoxy’ are not in competition with each other, but rather that it is in the very nature of orthodoxy to be generative of creative thinking and exploration.  
  
A companion volume to _The Bond of Peace: Exploring Generous Orthodoxy_, Graham Tomlin’s invigorating personal vision is rooted in the creeds’ description of a God who is, in his very nature, generous grace. And so, while recognizing that orthodoxy has limits beyond which it is not safe for us mortals to go, we may be assured that adopting an attitude of generosity towards other Christians and those outside the Christian faith is right and proper, and will result in a bigger, richer and far more invigorating vision of the world than any secular construction could ever offer.

"Navigating a World of Grace" by Graham Tomlin explores 'generous orthodoxy', blending diverse Christian traditions within a unified faith framework. Accessible theology for all denominations.

\["For all denominations of the Church","Graham Tomlin helps you open up to differing traditions of worship","You'll find a way to embrace other traditions whilst remaining faithful to your own"\]

A book that champions Church unity and exploration Christians of all denominations, Generous Orthodoxy by Graham Tomlin is a bridge-building book for all believers.

The Promise of Generous Orthodoxy

Navigating a World of Grace

Navigation Bar

Header Default

Download the Christian360 App to read eBooks and listen to Audiobooks bought at Christian360

Navigating a World of Grace

Description

Need support?

Customer reviews

Download the App

Download the App