Every Square Inch: An Introduction to Cultural Engagement for Christians, by Bruce Riley Ashford
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Jesus is Lord over everything. So his lordship should shape every aspect of life. But what impact does faith really have on our day-today existence? And how should we, as Christians, interact with the culture?In Every Square Inch, Bruce Ashford skillfully navigates such questions. Drawing on sources like Abraham Kuyper, C.S. Lewis, and Francis Schaeffer, he shows how our faith is relevant to all dimensions of culture.The gospel informs everything we do. We cannot maintain the artificial distinction between "sacred" and "secular." We must proclaim Jesus with our lips and promote him with our lives, no matter what cultural contexts we may find ourselves in.
Every Square Inch: An Introduction to Cultural Engagement for Christians, by Bruce Riley Ashford- Amazon Sales Rank: #67921 in Books
- Published on: 2015-03-10
- Original language: English
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- Dimensions: 8.43" h x .66" w x 3.78" l, .51 pounds
- Binding: Hardcover
- 176 pages
Review The God who sent the Savior to rescue us as individual sinners also cares deeply about the larger world in which we individuals live. And that includes the world of culture--our art, our games, our family patterns, our political systems, and much more. In this excellent and highly readable book, Bruce Ashford spells that out clearly and with much wisdom.--Richard Mouw, Professor of Faith and Public Life, Fuller Theological Seminary
Bruce Ashford is one of North America's most brilliant theologians. In this book he proves himself to be a true son of Abraham and Abraham Kuyper. This book will help equip you to think through the questions facing your church and community in the 21st century, including those questions you may not have thought yet to ask.--Russell D. Moore, President, Southern Baptist Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission
Reading Every Square Inch is like reliving my personal journey of discovery, which in many respects, mirrors Bruce Ashford's immersion into another cultural context, viewing the USA from the outside-in, and wondering what Christianity offers regarding the big questions of life, society, and culture. Every Square Inch is a splendid introduction to the Christian calling to live under the lordship of Christ in every sphere of life. The gospel is the power of God unto salvation, and its message impacts every area of life. Here is the greatest story ever told (arts) about what the world is truly like (science) now that a crucified messiah is King of the world (politics), a King who has formed a generous people in His image (economics) and now commissions us to teach others to obey all Christ's commands (education).--Trevin Wax, managing editor of The Gospel Project, author of Gospel-Centered Teaching, Clear Winter Nights, and Counterfeit Gospels, and blogger at Kingdom People
As in each generation, the Christian has both the privilege and responsibility of spreading everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Christ. In a globalized, and increasingly pluralistic context, the task is often easier said than done. Dr. Bruce Ashford exemplifies in his life that grace for the task has been provided, and he excels with his pen in declaring the all-encompassing reign and relevance of the Lord Jesus. As a personal friend and grateful beneficiary of both his life and work on this subject, I commend Every Square Inch to all who desire to know how the universal rule of Christ impacts every area of life.--William 'Duce' Branch, aka The Ambassador, hip-hop artist, founding member of The Cross Movement
Bruce Ashford has a real gift to take complicated concepts and put them in words all of us can understand. In Every Square Inch, he does just this as he helps us to think Christianly and comprehensively for the glory of Christ in all things. I will be recommending this book for those who want to cultivate a Christian worldview way of thinking and living. --Daniel L. Akin, President, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
About the Author Bruce Riley Ashford (PhD, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) is Provost and Dean of the Faculty at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, where he also serves as Professor of Theology and Culture. He is the author of The Theology and Practice of Mission: God, the Church, and the Nations.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. A Helpful Primer on Engaging Culture By Spencer After a brief introduction, Ashford demonstrates how views on culture vary. Just as a fish can’t describe water, so do we have difficulty understanding our own view on culture until someone points out distinctions between positions. In Chapter Two, Ashford explains his vision for a theology of culture, following the pattern of the biblical narrative through three movements: Creation, Fall, and Redemption/New Creation. These categories provide the rubric for much of Ashford’s academic work. In the third chapter, the topic is vocation as it relates to culture. For many, vocation means the work one does to earn wages. However, Ashford’s vision is richer and fuller, encompassing various aspects of life like family, career/work, church, etc. We are called to more than just a career, we are called to honor God in every aspect of our lives. Chapter Four outlines six case studies on engagement with culture, which helps prove Ashford’s position is valid. He uses Augustine of Hippo, Balthasar Hubmaier, Abraham Kuyper, C.S. Lewis, Dorothy L. Sayers, and Francis Schaeffer as examples. Although none of these examples are expounded thoroughly, Ashford gives sufficient information to portray them accurately and to point the readers on to do further investigation for themselves.Chapters Five through Nine all deal with particular spheres that Christians should seek to influence for Christ. In these five chapters, Ashford discusses engagement with the Arts, Sciences, Politics and the Public Square, Economics and Wealth, and Scholarship and Education. None of these chapters is a final analysis, but they do provide a helpful introduction and a place to begin the process of discovery.Ashford concludes the book discussion the Christian Mission, which entails living all of life under Christ’s lordship and seeking to help demonstrate his Lordship in all creation. This a grand theme that permeates Scripture and pushes the Church outside her walls and into her communities for the glory of the Lord.n about 130 pages of content, Ashford manages to provide a solid overview of a broad sweep of Christian thought. Besides the question of the relationship between the Law and the Gospel, there are few questions more significant to Christian theology than how Christians should relate to cultures which are, most often throughout history, not distinctly Christian. Ashford’s book is a beginner’s field guide on the topic. This is the sort of book I would recommend as a gift as a High School or College graduation gift. It’s the sort of thing I wish I had read earlier in life. It would also be a useful tool for pastors seeking to help expose an inquiring parishioner to meaningful cultural engagement or to help someone break out of a pattern of cultural isolationism. As Western culture becomes increasingly post-Christian, learning to be a Christian minority will become more and more significant. Ashford’s book will help someone make a beginning step in that direction.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A Clear Guide Through the Cultural Chaos By Katherine Harms If you have been looking for a roadmap that will help you navigate the chaos in the culture, you won’t find a better starting place than "Every Square Inch." The title lays out the agenda of the book, namely, that every square inch of the created universe belongs to God, and we are called to testify to Christ in every square inch.The author reviews a variety of views on the theology of our interaction with the created universe, and all the other people who live there. He explains some of the strategies Christians have used, and works through some case studies going all the way back to St. Augustine. It has never been easy for Christians to live among people who claim many gods or no god at all, and it is comforting to discover that many of the issues we face today are not new to God.Ashford looks at cultural interaction in five different realms—the arts, science, politics, economics, and education. He carefully points out that an exhaustive study in any of these realms is beyond the scope of an introduction, and the reader will be grateful that he provides an orderly high-level view. This view is exactly what most Christians need in order to begin picking through the tangled web of moral, social and political issues that keep their heads spinning as they try to find a foothold in a landscape that changes constantly. He discusses the issues Christians need to face, and he discusses the consequences of succumbing to the temptation to opt out.He closes with three important questions for Christians who accept the challenge of engaging the culture. His bibliography is impressive, and it provides ample guidance for further reading in any of his topics.I recommend "Every Square Inch" especially to Christians who have been tempted to refuse to vote in recent elections, because they thought there was no candidate who deserved their vote. Christians who ask themselves the question, “How can I bring healing to the situation?” will find themselves compelled to recognize that their silence brings nothing helpful. Read this book and argue with it, or read this book and carry it with you right beside your Bible. It is a powerful and useful book.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A book I will read again By Eric Dr. Ashford does an amazing job at getting the conversation started for Christians regarding how they are to fulfill the cultural mandate in this book. If you are looking to learn more about how your Christian faith intersects with your daily life, be sure to get this. A great read no matter your level of study.
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