Letters to a Young Calvinist: An Invitation to the Reformed Tradition

by James K. A. Smith

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Who would have guessed that something as austere as Calvinism would become a hot topic in today's postmodern culture? At the 500th anniversary of John Calvin's birth, new generations have discovered and embraced a "New Calvinism," finding in the Reformed tradition a rich theological vision. In fact, Time cited New Calvinism as one of "10 Ideas Changing the World Right Now." This book provides pastoral and theological counsel, inviting converts to this tradition to find in Calvin a vision that's even bigger than the New Calvinism might suggest. Offering wisdom at the intersection of theology and culture, noted Reformed philosopher James K. A. Smith also provides pastoral caution about pride and maturity. The creative letter format invites young Calvinists into a faithful conversation that reaches back to Paul and Augustine, through Calvin and Edwards, extending to Kuyper and Wolterstorff. Together they sketch a comprehensive vision of Calvinism that is generous, winsome, and imaginative.
  • ISBN10 1587432943
  • ISBN13 9781587432941
  • Publish Date 1 November 2010
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country US
  • Publisher Baker Publishing Group
  • Imprint Brazos Press, Div of Baker Publishing Group
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 150
  • Language English