Ancient Extravagance : Christian Ways of Becoming More Human.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Snider, Ryan.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Christian life.

Worship.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (225 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Chicago : Abilene Christian University Press, 2024.

Summary:

Ancient Extravagance by Ryan Snider explores the intersection of Christian faith, identity, and purpose. The book delves into how worship and community can shape one's life, urging readers to embrace a deeply Christian expression of humanity. Through reflective storytelling, Snider examines themes of grace, sacred stories, and spiritual practices. The book invites readers to consider how stories influence their worldview and encourages a life aligned with divine purpose. Designed for a Christian audience, it offers insights into living a fulfilling life through faith and community. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover Page

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents

Prelude

Wasteful Words

ONE: GATHERING

You Have Been Welcomed

Embraced by Family and Friends

At Home in Body and Spirit

TWO: BEAUTY

Singing Is Who We Are

Cross-Shaped Pictures

Singing Who We Will Be

THREE: SACRED STORIES

A Genesis: Our First Stories

Seventy Faces of the Torah: Reading the Story

Touching the Gospel: Living the Story

Prodigal, Extravagant Love: Sharing the Story

INTERLUDE: WASTED TIME

The Longest, Shortest Time

Evening, Morning—A Day

A Moment of Silence

A Week

FOUR: GOD AND TABLES

Setting the Table: You Are What You Eat

Thanksgiving: Noticing the Blessings

Anamnesis: Re-membering Christ

Take, Bless, Break, Give: Extending the Table

FIVE: GOD’S EXTRAVAGANT GRACE Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9781684268535

1684268532

OCLC:

1456765102