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    Open and Relational Theology: An Introduction to Life-Changing Ideas
    Open and Relational Theology: An Introduction to Life-Changing Ideas
    Open and Relational Theology: An Introduction to Life-Changing Ideas
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    Open and Relational Theology: An Introduction to Life-Changing Ideas

    Written by Thomas Jay Oord

    Narrated by Thomas Jay Oord

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    Most theologies suck.

      They’re too technical or they describe a God nobody understands. Sometimes the God portrayed sounds like a controlling boyfriend or absentee parent. Rather than woo or persuade, most theology books clobber readers into submission.

    This book is different.

      Thomas Jay Oord presents a theology that makes sense. It fits the way we live our lives and matches our deepest intuitions. To the surprise of some, it harmonizes with sacred scripture... at least the good parts. And it promotes a genuinely loving God.

    Open and relational theology is controversial.

      Oord and others have lost their jobs because they embrace it. Others have been booted from religious communities or shunned by families and friends. It’s that radical! Using understandable language and illustrations from everyday life, Oord explains the core ideas of open and relational theology. He reveals why this way of thinking is life-changing – for good – for so many.

    This theology doesn’t suck.

      People around the world are turning to open and relational theology. It answers our biggest questions about good and evil, purpose and freedom, love and science.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSacraSage Press
    Release dateJul 1, 2021
    ISBN9781662214868
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    Thomas Jay Oord

    Thomas Jay Oord, Ph.D., is a theologian, philosopher, and scholar of multi-disciplinary studies. Oord directs the Center for Open and Relational Theology and the Open and Relational Theology doctoral program at Northwind Theological Seminary. He is an award-winning author and has written or edited over thirty books. A gifted speaker, Oord lectures at universities, conferences, churches, and institutions. Website: thomasjayoord.com

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    • 5/5
      Life changing ideas. Easy book to read. I will be reading his more academic books next. Already have a handful of friends reading it.

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    • 5/5
      this book is amazing! A true mind opener that changes the way you see reality and the kingdom of God. I may not agree with all the conclusions but this is a huge step toward healthy religion that works for everyone regardless of situation or location. this changes everything and explores our and God's part, in relationship to the kingdom of God and the world and the cosmos while leaving room for holy tension. a truly love-based practical theology.
    • 2/5
      I had to stop at the first chapter. It should have a trigger warning. I will try again when my mind is ready. But topics of gang rape etc should be reason to have a trigger warning. Again, I’ll try again. Seems like a good book.

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