Reconstructing Evangelicalism
Challenges and Opportunities
- Church Leadership & Ministry
- Publisher: Cascade Books (Wipf and Stock)
- Published: 2024
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Publisher's Description
Over the past few years, Evangelicalism has been marked by a deconstructionist movement in which many, especially younger Evangelicals, have been leaving the Evangelical tradition. Some have left the Christian faith altogether due to what they perceive to be deep inconsistencies, inadequacies, and hypocrisies. But is deconstruction the right response to these problems, or is there a better way? Rather than tearing down the structures and institutions they inhabit, Evangelicals can, trusting in the promise that Christ will build his church, commit themselves to the project of reconstruction. With every challenge comes an opportunity to press deep below the surface, assess weak foundations, and build stronger, healthier Evangelicalisms than those inherited. Reconstructing Evangelicalism explores these very challenges and opportunities to aid the church in the rebuilding project necessary in the present age.
Endorsements (2)
“This timely book continues efforts by the Center for Pastor Theologians to clarify understanding of the Christian message, assess the ever-present ‘noise’ of a media-obsessed generation, and encourage church leaders to focus their efforts on Gospel proclamation. It makes a particularly important contribution in concentrating on first-order Christian truths as a way to deliver American Evangelicalism from the various forms of cultural captivity that pose such serious threats today.”
“Plenty of words have been written about the meaning of ‘Evangelicalism,’ but this collection of essays moves beyond warring descriptions into robust engagement and constructive proposals. Reconstructing Evangelicalism asks not merely ‘What is Evangelicalism?’ but ‘What should it be?’ Scholars and church leaders will benefit from the questions posed and the solutions offered in this diverse collection.”
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