Bücher von Martin Scott

THE LIFELINE - volume fourIn this fourth volume, Scott explores the core nature of the Gospel as we find it in the writings of Paul. Starting with the public conflict in Galatia, between Paul and Peter, a path unfolds. Paul's insistence that old divides were no longer valid, such divisions being in opposition to the true nature of the Gospel of freedom. The core identity now of being 'in Christ' meant that any identities based on class, gender, or former 'in'/'out' divisions were superseded by this new identity. A freedom that brought about radical sight; a Gospel that transcended good and evil; a line drawn between life and death; and an offer of a lifeline to all......Explorations in Theology is a series of short books that offer some fresh perspectives on common themes. They are certainly not the final word, but are intended to open possibilities beyond a theology that selects a narrow set of 'proof-texts' (while ignoring others). Written in simple language, never demanding agreement with the author, they will become a resource to develop one's own convictions.

A SUBVERSIVE MOVEMENT - volume threeIn this third volume, Scott focuses on where the 'ekklesia' (the New Testament word for 'church', but a word that carries a strong political meaning) connects with wider society. Although distancing himself from such language as 'the seven mountains of influence' and its default position of bringing about change from the 'top down', he seeks to show how as servants we can and should engage. Within the volume are some pointed questions with respect to money and the need for business to find a different 'bottom line' than profit. Acting redemptively (not perfectly) being the criterion for all engagement and interaction......Explorations in Theology is a series of short books that offer some fresh perspectives on common themes. They are certainly not the final word, but are intended to open possibilities beyond a theology that selects a narrow set of 'proof-texts' (while ignoring others). Written in simple language, never demanding agreement with the author, they will become a resource to develop one's own convictions.

HUMANISING THE DIVINE - volume oneIn this first book, Scott begins by placing Jesus at the centre of theology. He maintains that Jesus is presented in Scripture as both the image of God and the image of true humanity. God was ''humanised'' through the Incarnation, and through the cross, a roadblock was placed on humanity''s road to destruction. In the middle chapters, there are some fresh perspectives on Judas, Peter and Cornelius, suggesting that salvation is much more to do with a call to join a movement; a movement to work for the restoration of humanity, than a ticket to heaven......Explorations in Theology is a series of short books that offer some fresh perspectives on common themes. They are certainly not the final word, but are intended to open possibilities beyond a theology that selects a narrow set of ''proof-texts'' (while ignoring others). Written in simple language, never demanding agreement with the author, they will become a resource to develop one''s own convictions.