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By David Baker September 24, 2024
Excerpt from Andrew DeCort's new book Blessed Are the Others: Jesus' Way in a Violent World is featured on Red Letter Christians.
By Bittersweet Admin September 23, 2024
We are proud to announce that Blessed Are the Others: Jesus' Way in a Violent World written by Andrew DeCort is now available for purchase. This profound illumination of Jesus' teachings through the lens of the Beatitudes is a unique guide leading you to a more fulfilling and transformative life. The book serves as a navigation tool that delves into vulnerability, compassion, nonviolence, justice, and peacemaking, challenging conventional understandings of religious blessings and prosperity. Andrew calls this humane happiness. The book isn't solely about spirituality exploration; it also reveals the societal implications that arise from unresolved pain, focusing on the influence of political unrest and conflict on the Ethiopian people. Blessed Are The Others features real-life examples of individuals like Etty Hillesum and Dietrich Bonhoeffer, who chose mercy over judgment amidst extreme injustice. These teachings offer valuable insights on love and humility as transformative powers in adversity. The book discusses the seven decisions or way-stations on Jesus' Beatitudinal Way and highlights the importance of vulnerability, compassion, and justice. Endorsements from Dr. Cornel West, Dr. Noah Toly, and Dr. Eboo Patel, and many others underline the book's significance and transformative potential. Critics describe it as "required reading", a "profound and transformative journey" and an illustration of how "ancient sacred texts can still serve as guides in the modern world". Whether you're a spiritual seeker, someone on the edge of faith, or exploring Christianity, Blessed Are the Others: Jesus' Way in a Violent World will provide you with a deeper understanding of societal healing and humane happiness through the lens of Jesus' teachings. Get your copy now from your favorite online retailer. Connect with Andrew on his website andrew-decort.com to learn more.
By David Baker September 18, 2024
Andrew DeCort meets with John Morehead at the Foundation for Religious Diplomacy to discuss Blessed Are the Others . Listen on Spotify , PodBean , or wherever you listen to podcasts.
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