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The Scandal of the Kingdom

How the Parables of Jesus Revolutionize Life with God
By Dallas Willard
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A major new work by Dallas Willard, the highly anticipated follow-up to his seminal work The Divine Conspiracy. In this groundbreaking book based on teachings he delivered to a church community, Willard delves into the transformative power of Jesus's parables, revealing how they show us how... Read More
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Carefully crafted, previously unpublished materials from Dallas Willard comprise The Scandal of the Kingdom, a powerful exploration of Jesus's parables that unlocks ways to increase our faith and live every day more fully in the radical and surprising love of God and his kingdom.

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A major new work by Dallas Willard, the highly anticipated follow-up to his seminal work The Divine Conspiracy. In this groundbreaking book based on teachings he delivered to a church community, Willard delves into the transformative power of Jesus's parables, revealing how they show us how to live right now in the kingdom of God.

Drawing from his extensive teachings on spiritual formation, Willard illuminates the timeless wisdom contained within each parable, revealing their profound relevance to contemporary life. With clarity and depth, he guides readers through the subversive messages embedded within these seemingly simple stories, urging us to break free from the grip of worldly values and embrace the radical teachings of Jesus.

The Scandal of the Kingdom is not just a book—it’s a call to action. Willard challenges readers to move beyond passive acceptance of comfortable dogmas and instead to actively engage with the values of the kingdom of God. He reminds us that the kingdom is not some distant future destination but a present reality, beckoning us, as the parables of Jesus did, to live with a new purpose and intentionality in the here and now.

Through insightful analysis and practical wisdom, Willard empowers readers to transform their lives and communities by embodying the radical love, compassion, and justice exemplified in Jesus's parables. This book is a beacon of hope for Christians seeking to deepen their faith and live more authentically in accordance with the teachings of Christ. Willard empowers us to:

  • Become more passionate about living the gospel in the full scope of Jesus's vision for us
  • Better share the faith of Jesus with those disillusioned with Christianity
  • Unlock the excitement of living in the upside-down kingdom of God
  • Share the gospel of Jesus in the way he did

A significant new resource for Christians worldwide, this book offers a road map for spiritual growth and renewal in an increasingly complex and challenging world. With its profound insights and transformative message, it is destined to leave a lasting impact on the hearts and minds of believers everywhere.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780310369301

Publisher: Zondervan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 October 2024

Country: United States

Imprint: Zondervan

Edition: ITPE Edition

Contributors:

  • Foreword by John Mark Comer
  • Foreword by John Mark Comer

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 213.0mm

Weight: 253g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Dallas Willard was a professor at the University of Southern California’s School of Philosophy until his death in 2013. His groundbreaking books The Divine Conspiracy and The Spirit of the Disciplines forever changed the way thousands of Christians experience their faith.

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