“In the theological academy, doctrine is often divorced from ethics and in the church, belief and worship from action. Michael Leyden does us all a great favour by bringing them together, showing how Christian life flows from and is an integral part of Christian faith. This is a book that can help Christians live more integrated and coherent lives as they listen again to the claim of Jesus Christ on the whole of human life.” -- Graham Tomlin, Bishop of Kensington
"In this book Leyden makes a persuasive case for the decisive importance of ethics for Christian discipleship, and doctrine for Christian ethics. His engaging reflections illuminate how core Christian beliefs are connected to everyday questions of how Christians should work together, eat, vote, and empower those with disabilities, as well as how they should think about euthanasia, hope, prayer, and worship." -- David Clough, Professor of Theological Ethics, University of Chester
“Michael Leyden mines a fresh seam into the richness of our spiritual and theological inheritance. He digs deep into the doctrines of the Nicene Creed to bring the precious ores of the Christian faith into the testing fires of 21st century ethics. He is an insightful teacher and writer, scholar and parish priest; he integrates doctrine and ethics with the skill of a master blacksmith. History demonstrates that the most enduring works of theology are crafted at the coal face. I have faith that Michael’s writing will be no exception.” -- Jill Duff, Bishop of Lancaster
