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Book Synopsis: In this groundbreaking book—available in audio for the first time–renowned Bible scholar, Anglican bishop, and bestselling author N. T. Wright argues that Christians have not distorted the Bible's message about heaven and what happens after we die.
For years, Christians have been asking, If you died tonight, do you know where you would go? It turns out that many believers have been giving the wrong answer. It is not heaven.
Wright outlines the present confusion about a Christian's future hope and shows how it is deeply intertwined with how we live today. Wright asserts that Christianity's most distinctive idea is bodily resurrection, and provides a magisterial defense for a literal resurrection of Jesus. Wright then explores our expectation of new heavens and a new earth, revealing what happens to the dead until then and what will happen with the second coming of Jesus. For many, including many Christians, it will come as a great surprise to learn that heaven comes to earth instead of us going to heaven.
Wright convincingly argues that what we believe about life after death directly affects what we believe about life before death. For if God intends to renew the whole creation—and if this has already begun in Jesus's resurrection—the church cannot stop at saving souls but must anticipate the eventual renewal by working for God's kingdom in the wider world, bringing healing and hope in the present life.
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Are you ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about heaven and the afterlife? Look no further than N. T. Wright's groundbreaking book, "Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church." As a renowned Bible scholar and bestselling author, Wright offers a fresh perspective on what truly awaits us beyond this life. Discover why so many believers have been giving the wrong answer to the question of where they would go after death. It's time to embrace the profound truth that heaven is not a destination, but a transformative reality that will come to earth.
In this thought-provoking book, Wright explores the present confusion about a Christian's future hope, revealing how it shapes the way we live today. He presents a compelling case for the literal resurrection of Jesus, highlighting its importance as Christianity's most distinctive idea. With his expertise, Wright sheds light on our expectation of new heavens and a new earth, offering insights into what happens to the deceased until then and what to anticipate with the second coming of Jesus. Prepare to be surprised by the truth that heaven comes to earth, ushering in a future filled with hope and restoration.
But this book goes beyond theological concepts, as Wright convincingly argues that our beliefs about life after death directly impact how we live in the present. He challenges the notion that Christianity is solely concerned with saving souls and asserts that the mission of the church extends much further. By actively working for God's kingdom in the wider world, we can be agents of healing and hope, contributing to the eventual renewal of the entire creation. It's time to embrace a holistic view of faith that not only transforms our future, but also empowers us to make a positive impact in the here and now.
Don't miss out on this eye-opening journey of rediscovery. Experience N. T. Wright's masterful exploration of heaven, resurrection, and the mission of the church like never before. Embrace the surprising hope that awaits and be inspired to live a life of purpose and significance. Get your copy of "Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church" today. Click here to purchase and embark on this transformative adventure.
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