Called to Suffer
The Necessity of Suffering in Christian Formation in First Peter
- Biblical Studies & Commentaries
- Christian Living
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Published: 2022
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Publisher's Description
If you walk down the aisle in the Christian growth section of your local bookstore, you will be spoiled for choice. However, what you will struggle to find is a book on how suffering plays a part in one's Christian growth. This book seeks to bring a helpful corrective to the current trend in Christianity that views suffering as something to be avoided entirely. It dives into the letter of First Peter to explicate how Peter envisioned suffering as not only helpful but necessary for true Christian formation.
Endorsements (2)
Foreword
“Christian faith finds its deepest dimension in Christ-centered suffering. Frans-Johan Pienaar explores this Biblical truth and, through careful exegetical analysis and robust theological conversation, uncovers the clear message of 1 Peter for our time. His engaging and challenging book is a strong antidote to a Church beset by spiritual acedia and enamored by worldly promises of lust and greed.”
“Frans-Johan Pienaar has tackled a topic that is often ignored and misunderstood, the topic of Christian suffering. In contrast to the popular view that suffering should be avoided at all costs, Pienaar's work demonstrates both the necessity and benefits of suffering from the biblical text. While this book is academic in nature, Pienaar's conclusions are relevant for the academy and the Church. I highly recommend the author's masterful treatment of this crucially important topic.”
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