In addition to some systematic theology, I'm spending some time reading Graham Cole's "He Who Gives Life" which is interesting, Dever's "Nine Marks of a Healthy Church" which is (at least) easy to read. The best book we have to read for the class is Timothy Tennent's Theology in the Context of World Christianity, which examines western theological biases and blind spots by exploring systematic theological contributions from eastern and "southern" (Latin America and Africa) theologians. It's ridiculously fascinating and insightful.
I was disturbed to discover upon looking up the link for Tennent's book that he is, apparently, only twelve years old. Behold!
Here is his picture:
I would prefer that a man of his insight and accomplishments look like this:
Note to self: Medals are classy. Buy some!
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