Transforming conversion: rethinking the language and contours of Christian initiation

The language of conversion: revivalism and the evangelical experience -- Conversion and the redemptive purposes of God -- Chapters in the history of an idea: part 1 -- Chapters in the history of an idea: part 2 -- To be a saint: conversion and spiritual maturity -- The contours of a Christian conver...

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Main Author: Smith, Gordon T. 1953- (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Grand Rapids, Mich. Baker Academy 2010
In:Year: 2010
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Conversion / Spiritual life
Further subjects:B Conversion Christianity
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Summary:The language of conversion: revivalism and the evangelical experience -- Conversion and the redemptive purposes of God -- Chapters in the history of an idea: part 1 -- Chapters in the history of an idea: part 2 -- To be a saint: conversion and spiritual maturity -- The contours of a Christian conversion -- The penitential dimension of conversion -- The sacramental dimension of conversion -- Spiritual autobiography and conversion narrative -- What then does it mean to be a congregation?
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:0801032474