Surprised by Hope
Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church
by:
N. T. Wright
in:
Christianity
Summary:
The book challenges conventional Christian notions of the afterlife, arguing for a resurrection-centered vision of heaven that has profound implications for the living world and the Church's mission. It emphasizes the importance of working towards God's kingdom on Earth, reshaping the reader's understanding of life, death, and the promise of eternal life.
Key points:
1. Resurrection: Wright stresses the Christian belief in physical resurrection over a spiritual afterlife, arguing that the Bible promises a new physical existence in a renewed universe.
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