Held in the Love of God : Discipleship and Disability / Phil Letizia.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Letizia, Phil, author.

Series:

Studies in religion, theology, and disability.

Studies in Religion, Theology, and Disability Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Church work with people with disabilities.

Disabilities--Religious aspects--Christianity.

Disabilities.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (197 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Waco, Texas : Baylor University Press, [2024]

Summary:

Held in the Love of God: Discipleship and Disability by Phil Letizia explores the intersection of faith and disability, particularly in the context of evangelical Christian formation. This book investigates how individuals with disabilities are integrated into Christian discipleship and seeks to reexamine religious doctrine and practice through the lens of disability studies. The author, through personal experiences and scholarly research, addresses the theological and practical aspects of disability within religious communities. The book aims to contribute to the broader discourse in disability studies and theology, encouraging critical reflection among scholars, practitioners, and lay readers interested in the relationship between religion and disability. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Half Title Page, Title Page, Series Page, Copyright Page, Series Introduction

Contents

Acknowledgments

Introduction: The Driveway and a New World

1. Tracing an Evangelical Theology of Discipleship

2. The Recognition of a Disciple

3. The Recognition of the Body of Christ

4. Life as a Disciple of Jesus, Part 1: Journey, Suffering, and Lament

5. Life as a Disciple of Jesus, Part 2: Purpose and Glory

6. Held in the Adoptive Love of God

7. Finding Purpose in the Love of God

Epilogue

Appendix

Notes

Bibliography

Subject and Author Index

Scripture Index

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ISBN:

9781481321198

1481321196

9781481321181

1481321188