Who speaks for God?
an alternative to the religious right--a new politics …
Jim Wallis
220 pages | ~6 hrs
Christianity
Who speaks for God?
an alternative to the religious right--a new politics of compassion, community, and civility
By Jim Wallis
In a time when faith and politics seem increasingly polarized, pastor and social activist Jim Wallis offers a thoughtful examination of how religious voices shape public discourse. Rather than accepting the dominant narratives from either side of the political spectrum, Wallis challenges readers to look deeper at what authentic spiritual principles actually demand of our society.
This insightful exploration reveals how both the Religious Right and secular Left fall short of embodying truly transformative values. Wallis demonstrates that many positions claimed in God's name actually contradict biblical teachings, while secular approaches often lack the moral foundation necessary for meaningful change. Through careful analysis, he exposes the gaps between proclaimed beliefs and actual practice on both sides of the political divide.
At the heart of this work lie three essential principles for creating a balanced, spiritually grounded society: compassion, community, and civility. Wallis guides readers through practical questions that matter deeply to anyone seeking to live faithfully in the modern world. How should we respond to poverty and suffering? What does it mean to build genuine unity while honoring our differences? How can we engage with others respectfully across ideological lines?
By wrestling with these fundamental questions, readers discover pathways toward restoring spiritual depth to public life. This accessible investigation offers hope for those seeking to bridge the gap between personal faith and social responsibility, providing a framework for political engagement rooted in authentic spiritual values.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Controversial literature
- ✓ Explore Christian Coalition
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Christian sociology
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Christianity and politics
- ✓ Explore Moral and religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Evangelicalism
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Details
- Published
- 1996
- Publisher
- Delacorte Press
- ISBN-10
- 0385316909
- Pages
- 220
- Language
- EN
- LC Classification
- BR526.W266 1996
