Slow to Judge
Sometimes Its OK to Listen
- Evangelism & Missions
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Published: 2015
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Publisher's Description
God invites us to judge and to help correct wrongs from a place of understanding. Sometimes we pre-judge a person based on our own biases and superficial experiences. We stifle dialog before the conversation even begins. If all we know is our own faith, and we never put it side-by-side with what others believe, our spiritual growth and commitments can be easily stunted. By truly listening and learning from those with different beliefs, we can broaden and deepen our kingdom commitments. It is possible to stand up for Jesus, to articulate our faith clearly as witnesses, and to defend our faith effectively, while at the same time not being perceived as judgmental. Christians need to be faithful witnesses to God who are willing to listen to people with drastically different stories. In those exchanges, when we suspend judgment and truly listen, we will find truth and beauty and goodness in some of the most unexpected places. We will also find that, if we truly listen, we may be given a chance to speak. Features include: Help for interfaith and intercultural dialog Thought-provoking questions for spiritual conversation or reflection
Endorsements (6)
“We live in a post-Christian culture. Militant atheism is growing on the Internet. Immoral lifestyles are being normalized, and those who fail to conform are labeled as “judgmental,” “intolerant,” “unloving,” and “(fill in the blank)ophobe.” Some have even lost their jobs merely for expressing an opinion contrary to the new moral current. What is the proper response of the Christ-follower who desires to communicate the redemptive message of God’s kingdom effectively yet without compromise? If you are looking for an answer to this question, you have picked up the right book. David Capes is respected all over the world for his fair and careful scholarship in the field of New Testament studies. But this volume is not an academic work. Capes leaves the classroom and invites you into his home where he shares wisdom gained from years of practical experience interacting collegially and on a regular basis with those of different faiths and world views. The pages of this book are filled with spiritual nuggets presented on a platter of winsomeness that readers will find both satisfying and effective. This book will guide you to become the effective witness for Christ you desire!”
“Everyone wants to be popular, yet in the 21st century, popularity and church often can’t fit in the same sentence. Why? David Capes roots out the problem and poses a wise solution. In Slow to Judge, Christians are challenged to be careful and thoughtful before taking positions and responding to the moral culture of the day. This lets the church respond firmly but in love and with compassion. It is the course the church should take, regardless of popularity. Yet if we do it right and well, we might just see popularity of the faith change in the eyes of the world.”
“Working within his own deeply rooted Christian faith, Dr. Capes writes convincingly of how the wisdom of a “listening heart” can enable all human beings to meet each other with respect and love, while prizing their own and others’ integrity, authenticity and difference.”
“are judgmental! David Capes, in this lively, fresh, biblical, and insightful book helps us to take a good look at ourselves and to look at how we look at others, making us just a bit slower to judge and a great deal more eager to listen, to learn, and to welcome in the name of Christ.”
“This book is needed. Winsome without being wimpy, Capes is a leader in interfaith dialog and a role model for me and for many others engaged in discussing our deeply held religious convictions. If Socrates were in Houston, I think he would be on Capes’ radio program and enjoy this discussion.”
“understanding of what God expects of us!”
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