1. A novel: Michael Cox, The Meaning of Night
2. A film: The Children of Men
3. An autobiography: Jürgen Moltmann, Weiter Raum
4. A historical book: John W. Cooper, Panentheism
5. A theological book: Marilyn McCord Adams, Christ and Horrors
6. A Barth book: R. Dale Dawson, The Resurrection in Karl Barth
The book by Marilyn McCord Adams sounds thought provoking. I may just have pick that one up. Thanks for the tip.
ReplyDeleteThe Panentheism book looks interesting. Do you consider panentheism a theological viable option, Ben?
ReplyDeleteI always love these references from you. They usually don't disappoint. I am especially interested in the Panentheism and Weiter Raum; I guess they make sense together.
ReplyDeleteNo, Chris, I don't personally see panentheism as a viable option. I certainly respect Moltmann's attempt to offer a biblically and theologically rich panentheism -- but, for me, panentheism still compromises the freedom of God and the distinction between creator and creature.
ReplyDeleteI would love to hear more of your thoughts on panentheism Ben. I find it a very helpful option, especially as a resource for developing a Christian ecological response that is not simply stewardship. I'll have to keep my eyes open for that book as well.
ReplyDeleteBen, are you a fan of Alfonso Cuaron's other films, or were you attracted by this story in particular? or both? Cuaron is one of my favorite directors working today.
ReplyDeleteI am personally most looking forward to Babel and Volver.
Actually, I've only seen a few of Cuaron's films. But I've seen promising reviews of Children of Men, and I enjoyed reading the book some years ago (it's based on a P. D. James novel). So perhaps this one will make me a Cuaron fan!
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