Confucius for Christians
What and Ancient Chinese Worldview Can Teach Us about Life in Christ
What's it about
Ever feel like your Christian faith is stuck in your head, disconnected from your daily actions? Discover how the ancient wisdom of Confucius can bridge that gap, helping you live out your beliefs more fully and authentically than ever before. This summary unpacks the surprising parallels between Confucian teachings and a life in Christ. You'll learn practical, time-tested methods for cultivating virtue, honoring your community, and transforming your spiritual knowledge into a deeply rooted, everyday reality that truly reflects your faith.
Meet the author
Gregg A. Ten Elshof is Professor of Philosophy at Biola University, where he has taught and directed the Center for Christian Thought for over two decades. His long-standing academic immersion in both Western philosophy and Eastern thought uniquely positioned him to explore the profound, often surprising, parallels between Confucian wisdom and Christian discipleship. This book is the fruit of his journey to bridge these two worlds, revealing how ancient Chinese virtues can deepen our understanding of a life in Christ.
What's it about
Ever feel like your Christian faith is stuck in your head, disconnected from your daily actions? Discover how the ancient wisdom of Confucius can bridge that gap, helping you live out your beliefs more fully and authentically than ever before. This summary unpacks the surprising parallels between Confucian teachings and a life in Christ. You'll learn practical, time-tested methods for cultivating virtue, honoring your community, and transforming your spiritual knowledge into a deeply rooted, everyday reality that truly reflects your faith.
Meet the author
Gregg A. Ten Elshof is Professor of Philosophy at Biola University, where he has taught and directed the Center for Christian Thought for over two decades. His long-standing academic immersion in both Western philosophy and Eastern thought uniquely positioned him to explore the profound, often surprising, parallels between Confucian wisdom and Christian discipleship. This book is the fruit of his journey to bridge these two worlds, revealing how ancient Chinese virtues can deepen our understanding of a life in Christ.
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