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Desiring the Kingdom

Name: Desiring the Kingdom
ISBN: 9780801035777

Worship, Worldview, and Cultural Formation

James K.A. Smith

Baker Publishing Group · Print & ebook · August 1, 2009

Reading lane: The Christian Soul

Malls, stadiums, and universities are actually liturgical structures that influence and shape our thoughts and affections.

Ecclesiology The Christian Soul Worship & Liturgy

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Worship Shapes

A reflective, concept-rich read about worship shaping desire and daily life.

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devotional practice with theological heft
dip-in sections for study or teaching

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Christian theology with a cultural edge
serious but readable prose

Book Details

Authors: James K.A. Smith
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
Published: August 1, 2009
Format: Print & ebook
Theme: The Christian Soul · Ecclesiology
Reading lane: The Christian Soul

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Religion & Philosophy
Worship & Liturgy
Christian Theology

About This Book

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Malls, stadiums, and universities are actually liturgical structures that influence and shape our thoughts and affections. Humans--as Augustine noted--are "desiring agents," full of longings and passions; in brief, we are what we love. James K. A. Smith focuses on the themes of liturgy and desire in Desiring the Kingdom , the first book in what will be a three-volume set on the theology of culture. He redirects our yearnings to focus on the greatest good: God. Ultimately, Smith seeks to re-vision education through the process and practice of worship. Students of philosophy, theology, worldview, and culture will welcome Desiring the Kingdom , as will those involved in ministry and other interested readers.