'God in the Wasteland'

Book Review # 114193

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Philosophy > Religion
Religion and Theology

This paper analyzes the book 'God in the Wasteland' by David Wells.

1,528 words () | 1 source | APA | 2008 Philippines

Paper Summary:

This paper presents a summary and analysis of David Wells' book "God in the Wasteland". The paper first explains how Wells emphasizes that the present Church has fallen prey to the postmodern culture of society. The paper then explains that Wells describes, dissects and diagnoses the problems that the Church has begun to experience as a result of the decline of evangelicalism. The writer specifically discusses the main criticisms of the Church that Wells presents in his book, looks at how he supports his claims, and describes the terminology, technique, and writing style Wells uses in the book. Overall, the writer expresses a positive opinion of the book and concludes that "God in the Wasteland" has indeed been a high beam in a dark area of the postmodern concept against the Church.

Outline:
Introduction
Summary
Critical Interactions
Conclusion

From the Paper:

" "God in the Wasteland" is considered by many critics as a collection of theological blended with social history and statistical surveys. These with some biblical exegesis make up the full informative and educational view of how the post modern society has impacted the church today. Wells continues to discuss the detriments that modernity has brought upon the church. The author reminds us that the place of theological truth in the church, and better, the centrality of the Gospel in the church, is what will truly help us to be the church God intended for us to be. Wells being a pastor and minister is clearly shown in this book as he discussed relevant Scripture passages to support most of his theories, with the stamina and emphasis of a pulpit lecturer. Over all the book provides readers with the necessary information that can be considered to be coming from an expert of church studies as well as society's ails."