Tom Wright sees his new book as a sequel to two previous works of apologetics, Simply Christian and Surprised by Hope. In the US this book has been given the title After You Believe with the idea that it will appeal to readers who have become followers of Christ in conversion but are not sure what happens next. For those who have read Wright’s recent book on Justification this book is important in developing his understanding of Christian ethics. The same people who objected to Wright’s views on Justification will also object to this new account of Christian morality.
I have a class scheduled for this summer on virtue and godliness; what is the product of the “new birth” to become and what does it need to grow?
I have some evidence that indicates these concepts were common in sermons 150 years ago but in 50 years I don’t think I’ve heard 10.
I think that such a book as Wright’s is needed. I kind of wish someone else would write it.
Don