- Paperback: 336 pages
- Publisher: Teach Yourself; 4th Revised edition edition (25 July 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0340966424
- ISBN-13: 978-0340966426
- Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 12.8 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 490,961 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'John Young's Teach Yourself Christianity not only informs, it excites and in so doing invites the reader on a journey of discovery.'
'John Young has written an invaluable guide to the history of Christianity and the story of its founder and I warmly recommend it.'
(Former Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr George Carey )'I am very happy to commend this comprehensive work, which provides a wealth of information for people who seek to know more about the Christian faith.'
(The Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster, Cormac Murphy-O'Connor )'A tour de force!'
(Bishop John Finney )'Excellent material ... timely and right on target. There is a crying need for such a book.'
(Bishop Michael Marshall )'John Young has that happy knack of explaining complicated things simply ... Teach Yourself Christianity will inform and stimulate any reader and could usefully form the basis of a group study course on the Christian faith.'
(Revd Brian Hoare, former President of the Methodist Conference )'You could find no better guide than John Young to teach yourself the Christian faith. This important book is highly readable and gives the reader access to the heart of the Christian story'
(Bishop James Jones, Bishop of Liverpool )'I think it's brilliant! Whether you are a preacher, pastor, student or enquirer this exceptionally useful book will often be your first port of call.'
(Bishop Stephen Cottrell, Bishop of Reading )It helps make the Christian faith vividly real through stories of how it has impacted on people's lives today.
(Baptist Times )Product Description
Teach Yourself Christianity Fourth Edition is a comprehensive guide to the Christian faith. You will begin by focusing on the central figure, Jesus Christ, and delving into his life, teaching and impact before turning to the Bible and the key Christian beliefs and practices. John Young will then guide you skilfully through the last 2000 years of the faith, considering the diversity of the many churches and modern movements, from Anglicanism and Catholicism to evangelism and fundamentalism.
How relevant can the Bible be today? What is the role of prayer? How has the church reacted to issues of gender and sexuality? How does Christianity deal with suffering? Fully updated to include discussion of the most recent issues and debates and never shying away from difficult questions, Teach Yourself Christianity is a fascinating read.
Each title in the religion sub-series of Teach Yourself aims to present all the essential information required by a reader who has little or no previous knowledge of the religion. Perhaps you are a student studying the religion in question? Perhaps your job brings you into contact with members of a particular faith community and you want to feel confident that you are treating them with sensitivity and respect? Perhaps you have a serious spiritual interest in the religion yourself? Whether you have a particular goal in mind or are simply interested in learning more about any one of the fascinating religions covered by this series, you are certain to find these books useful and informative.
Other titles in this series:
Teach Yourself Catholicism, Teach Yourself Judaism, Teach Yourself Islam, Teach Yourself Sikhism, Teach Yourself Buddhism, Teach Yourself Hinduism, Teach Yourself World Faiths.
(20081002)
How relevant can the Bible be today? What is the role of prayer? How has the church reacted to issues of gender and sexuality? How does Christianity deal with suffering? Fully updated to include discussion of the most recent issues and debates and never shying away from difficult questions, Teach Yourself Christianity is a fascinating read.
Each title in the religion sub-series of Teach Yourself aims to present all the essential information required by a reader who has little or no previous knowledge of the religion. Perhaps you are a student studying the religion in question? Perhaps your job brings you into contact with members of a particular faith community and you want to feel confident that you are treating them with sensitivity and respect? Perhaps you have a serious spiritual interest in the religion yourself? Whether you have a particular goal in mind or are simply interested in learning more about any one of the fascinating religions covered by this series, you are certain to find these books useful and informative.
Other titles in this series:
Teach Yourself Catholicism, Teach Yourself Judaism, Teach Yourself Islam, Teach Yourself Sikhism, Teach Yourself Buddhism, Teach Yourself Hinduism, Teach Yourself World Faiths.
(20081002)
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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I purchased this book wanting to find out more about Christianity, and after reading it i certainly did! It contains everything you need to know, and is very easy to read. It is set out in an interesting style, and can be read any way, you do not have to read how it is set out, as it can be read whichever way you prefer.
It is certainly a must for those who are beginners, or those who just want to brush up on their religion.
It is an entertaining read, and contains historical sections, case studies, as well as all the imformation required to understand, and inform you of the Christian faith.
Definately recommended!
It is certainly a must for those who are beginners, or those who just want to brush up on their religion.
It is an entertaining read, and contains historical sections, case studies, as well as all the imformation required to understand, and inform you of the Christian faith.
Definately recommended!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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If you have a Christian upbringing it is all too easy to think you know things about Christianity. This book presents the basics, points about faith, doctrine, dogma and very clear descriptions of denominations. Very useful for 'ordering' an understanding of Christianity.
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As a Christian, sometimes I feel I don't know enough to spread the word. This book helps with understanding the basics
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