{"product_id":"in-tensional-justin-duckworth-9781991027771","title":"In-tensional: A Way Forward for the Church","description":"\u003cp\u003eAre you feeling the weight of confusion and uncertainty in today's world? You're not alone. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJustin Duckworth and Alan Jamieson address the crisis of hopelessness gripping the western world and offer a bold perspective: the answer lies in the life of Jesus and the revitalization of the Christian church.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnglican archbishop Justin and sociologist pastor Alan unpack the urgent need for church renewal in the face of unprecedented challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough personal anecdotes, theological insights, and sociological analysis, they paint a compelling picture of what it means to embrace tension and navigate change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis isn't just another book on church decline. Instead, they invite you into a dialogue between traditional church leaders and forward-thinking pioneers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn-tensional\u003c\/em\u003e isn't about theory; it's about sparking conversations that bridge the gap between established church structures and emerging expressions of faith. They delve into the dynamic tension between what's comfortable and what's prophetic, between tradition and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing from real-world experiences, Justin and Alan navigate the complexities of modern church life. They address the challenges posed by cultural disruptions, mental health crises, and global emergencies like COVID-19 and climate change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut amidst the chaos, they offer hope. They remind us that throughout history, God has met people in times of crisis, offering new invitations and opportunities for renewal. \u003cem\u003eIn-tensional\u003c\/em\u003e is a call to courage, faithfulness, and unity in a time of unprecedented change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoin the conversation between Centre-church leaders and Edge-dwellers as they explore what it means to be the church in the 21st century. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover how embracing tension can lead to transformation, and how together, we can shape a brighter future for the church in the west.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Justin Duckworth, Alan Jamieson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 199102777X\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781991027771\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Philip Garside Publishing Limited\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/05\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 126\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.43lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.30d","brand":"Justin Duckworth","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45898082615551,"sku":"9781991027771","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_6de1e2ae-3aad-4cb0-b382-97e6e29ee942.jpg?v=1721375462","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/in-tensional-justin-duckworth-9781991027771","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}