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Title: In Trembling Boldness: Wisdom for Today from Ancient Jesus People By: Natalie R. Perkins, Hal Taussig Format: Hardcover Number of Pages: 180 Vendor: Broadleaf Books Publication Date: 2023 | Dimensions: 7.25 X 5.25 (inches) Weight: 2 pounds ISBN: 150648574X ISBN-13: 9781506485744 Stock No: WW485744 |
Many of us have heard about the recently discovered writings by the early followers of Jesus through newspapers, magazines, video and audio interviews, and conversations on social media. This enlightening, first-of-its-kind book draws on the words and wisdom of these ancient Jesus people to offer everyone deeper spiritual connection today.
Using examples from modern life to introduce dozens of excerpts from texts like The Odes of Solomon, The Gospel of Thomas, and The Thunder: Perfect Mind, In Trembling Boldness draws meaning and connection between ancient followers of Jesus and the most pressing issues of today, including LGBTQ+ inclusion, incarceration, addiction, immigration, violence, illness, the work of social justice, civil disobedience, and more.
As we ruminate on these sacred words applied to contemporary life and take in beautiful images of the ancient texts recorded on papyrus and pottery, we discover new understandings and deeper connection to God and each other--making space in our hearts for the words of these ancient Jesus people.
Natalie Renee Perkins serves as minister for worship and online community at Middle Collegiate Church and as a chaplain for New York University. She received her master of divinity degree from Union Theological Seminary, where she was awarded the Karen Ziegler Feminist Preaching Prize. Perkins is the cofounder of the Tanho Center and works with the Westar Institute to bridge the gap between religious scholarship and the general public. A singer, musical theatre performer, and composer, she continues to perform nationally and internationally. Natalie lives in New York City.
Rev. Dr. Hal Taussig is a retired professor and United Methodist pastor. He has published fourteen books including After Jesus Before Christianity and A New New Testament. He and his work have been featured in and covered by The New York Times, Time, The Daily Show, People, Newsweek, National Public Radio, The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Brian Lehrer Show on WNYC, The Bob Edwards Show on Sirius Radio, the History Channel, and The Washington Post. He lives near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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