Playing God - Redeeming the Gift of Power (Paperback, 05International Trade Paper Edition)

Midwest Publishing Association Award of Excellence Outreach Magazine Resource of the Year ForeWord Book of the Year Award Honorable Mention Power corrupts-as we've seen time and time again. People too often abuse their power and play god in the lives of others. Shady politicians, corrupt executives and ego-filled media stars have made us suspicious of those who wield influence and authority. They too often breed injustice by participating in what the Bible calls idolatry. Yet power is also the means by which we bring life, create possibilities, offer hope and make human flourishing possible. This is "playing god" as it is meant to be. If we are to do God's work-fight injustice, bring peace, create beauty and allow the image of God to thrive in those around us-how are we to do these things if not by power? With his trademark clear-headed analysis, Andy Crouch unpacks the dynamics of power that either can make human flourishing possible or can destroy the image of God in people. While the effects of power are often very evident, he uncovers why power is frequently hidden. He considers not just its personal side but the important ways power develops and resides in institutions. Throughout Crouch offers fresh insights from key biblical passages, demonstrating how Scripture calls us to discipline our power. Wielding power need not distort us or others, but instead can be stewarded well. An essential book for all who would influence their world for the good.

General

Imprint:	Inter-Varsity Press,US
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2013
First published:	2013
Authors:	Andy Crouch
Dimensions:	228 x 153 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	288
Edition:	05International Trade Paper Edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-8308-4404-3
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Anthropology > General Books > Business & Economics > Business & management > Management & management techniques > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Christianity > Christian life & practice > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Christianity > Christian institutions & organizations > Christian social thought & activity Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Christian institutions & organizations > Christian social thought & activity Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Christian life & practice > General Books > Christianity > Christian institutions & organizations > Christian social thought & activity Books > Christianity > Christian life & practice
LSN:	0-8308-4404-X
Barcode:	9780830844043

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