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A Charitable Discourse: Talking About the Things That Divide Us Paperback – March 1, 2011

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Homosexuality, social drinking, and politics . . .Why is it so hard to talk about these topics and others like them in the church? What keeps us from having open and honest conversations about complex and controversial issues? The silence in the pews about these matters can be deafening. Often members say little, fearing disagreement and rebuttal, others strongly assert half-truths and biases. Nothing gets truly discussed, and many, especially the youth, become discouraged and leave.A Charitable Discourse insightfully explores why this happens, looking closely at the ways people avoid and prevent authentic dialog, from labeling and grandstanding to religious abuse. Seven controversial issues are discussed with understanding, sincerity, and compassion.
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Dan Boone is president of Trevecca Nazarene University. He earned MDiv and DMin degrees from Nazarene Theological Seminary and McCormick Theological Seminary. He is the author of several books, including most recently A Very Good God in a Badly Broken World and three other Shaped by Scripture volumes on Luke, Acts, and Revelation, all available from The Foundry Publishing.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City (March 1, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 083412565X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0834125650
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.21 x 0.49 x 8.96 inches
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Dr. Dan Boone cares deeply about serious conversation for things that matter to the next generation of Christians. He served for 20 years as pastor of college campus churches in Nashville, TN and Bourbonnais, IL. Since 2005, Dr. Boone has served as President of Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN. He is the author of many books, an effective communicator of the Christian faith, a teacher and professor, an entrepreneurial leader, and a college president. Dr. Boone is a native of McComb, MS and has earned the following degrees: Bachelors of Arts, Master of Divinity, and Doctor of Ministry in Preaching. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife Denise, and they have three daughters and six grandchildren.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2014
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When I started reading this book I couldn't put it down! I was thinking "wow, somebody thinks like me!" Dan Boone does a great job of making you think about these tough issues and how to step back and look at both sides - This is a lost art in the Christian church today. We assign labels to people and issues that divide us without really thinking through the issues. Jesus was not afraid of controversy and was not afraid to engage people who did not agree with him in a compassionate way - the church needs to do the same thing! Jesus saved his harshest criticisms and most angry interactions for the dogmatic, rule-driven Pharisees of his day that had no compassion for anything but their rules and the law. This book does not teach us to give up our principles but it encourages us to have civil debate with fellow believers and non-believers alike who disagree with us on some very sensitive issues. I think all churches should go through Dan Boone's book and learn how to TALK through things and LISTEN to others points of view instead of arguing with and isolating those that sometimes see things differently. If you think about it, there are truly only a few very black and white issues when it comes to the Gospel that are non-disputable (who Jesus was, salvation, etc.) but there are MANY areas where we as believers are going to disagree - this disagreement should not split us into "camps" and cause strife among our fellow believers. The truth is many of these "disputable" matters are not going to matter in the end so we need to learn how to agree to disagree on these issues and perhaps even learn another point of view along the way and develop compassion for others who are often hurting, broken people just like all of us! Always remember: "every person you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about, so be kind always!" (Get this book and read it - the DVD-based small group study is also very good!!)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amen!
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2012
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Throughout this book I kept saying, "Amen, Amen. That is what I believe!" I want to hand chapters to others and say, "Here, this is what I have been trying to say." Growing up in a Christian pastor's home, this is the message that I learned, too. How has it happened that we have lost the way and did not seem to learn that holiness is purity of heart in love; not haughty uprighteousness. Thank you to the author for writing this book and opening these conversations.
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iamchrisgilmore
5.0 out of 5 stars Addresses hot button issues with a cool head.
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2011
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Dr Boone presents us an great look into the issues that face the world and Church in our current context.
He shines a light on issues that are easily the most debated in the Church and tries to bring a breath of fresh air to the conversation. It is much needed.
He doesn't shy away from giving his opinion, but his point is not that you'd agree with him, but that you'd engage in the conversation.
I highly recommend this book.
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BDSonnie
4.0 out of 5 stars Reasoned, thoughtful, and understandable-
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2019
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I found the ideas and questions found in this book to be thoughtful, caring and reasoned. A good read for discussion groups.
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B. Andringa
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read to be Relevant Today
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2011
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I seldom order multiple books to give to people I love and respect. This is one. Dan Boone, theologian and university president, handles many "hot potato" issues within evangelical Christianity with astounding sensitivity, courage, candor, clarity and love. I just finished reading it and intend to read it again. I need to reflect in my life the attitude and perspective he articulates so eloquently to all who will listen.
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A.J. ALDERMAN
3.0 out of 5 stars Three stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2013
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Good for conversation, but not apt to change many minds. While Boone claims neutrality, his bias is obvious. God bless.
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David J. Houk
5.0 out of 5 stars Great small group study.
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2015
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Great book for talking about the hard issues In a small group forum. If the church does not talk about them are young people will not look to the church for the answers that God does provide. Handles the hard issues in a loving and caring way.
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Nate R. Cook
5.0 out of 5 stars A Timely Book for the Church
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2013
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This book is a timely book for the church. Boone urges the church to learn to speak charitably in a culture that would rather demonize anyone who disagrees with our point of view. In other words, he calls on the church to speak the truth in love.
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