In Masterclass in writing Dr. Royce Francis not only weaves together theological reflection and practical suggestions on becoming a skilled writer in general and within one's field, but also offers exercises to put the ideas in practice. If along the way you have missed some of "the classes," click here. Questions and conversation are welcome—feel free to use the Comments section to express them, or email them to http://www.intervarsity.org/contact/emerging-scholars-network. … [Read more...] about Obedience (Masterclass in Writing, Part 9)
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What is the “Good News†of Jesus Christ? Part 1
A number of my colleagues recommended I read What is the “Good News†of Jesus Christ?*, delivered by David Suryk at the 2016 Midwest Faculty Conference (Cedar Campus, 6/19/2016). When I had opportunity to connect with David at this summer's Midwest Faculty Conference, I asked him not only for a copy of What is the “Good News†of Jesus Christ?, but also the permission to share the sermon with the Emerging Scholars Network via a series on the blog. So, here is Part 1. "Thank-you!" to David for the series and … [Read more...] about What is the “Good News†of Jesus Christ? Part 1
Book Review: The Spirit of the Disciplines
The Spirit of the Disciplines, Dallas Willard. San Francisco, CA: Harper & Row, 1988. Summary: Dallas Willard's classic work explaining why and how spiritual disciplines are vital for transformation into the character of Christ as his disciples. … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Spirit of the Disciplines
Snapshots of Four Global Worldviews (Mary Poplin)
Note: In the first post of the Is Reality Secular? series, Mary Poplin shared what led her to write her new InterVarsity Press publication. Tom: I have found Is Reality Secular? truly serving as a "resource for living in and actively influencing our culture without being overtaken by it." Thank-you Mary. To assist the Emerging Scholar who has not yet had the opportunity to read and discuss your new publication, please give a brief snapshot of the four global worldviews with which you … [Read more...] about Snapshots of Four Global Worldviews (Mary Poplin)
Summary and Reflection on the Christianity and Science Series
Introduction Are Christianity and science at war? This was a major concern for me when I came to faith in Christ 22 years ago in the middle of my career as a biology professor at Iowa State University. Although it did not prevent me from coming to faith in Christ, it continued to trouble me and caused doubts about my faith in the early years after my conversion to Christianity. I wondered whether modern science is really compatible with belief in God and whether it is possible to reconcile the Bible's account of … [Read more...] about Summary and Reflection on the Christianity and Science Series