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Read By: Brian McLaren Publisher: Zondervan Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 2.67 hours at 1.5x Speed 2.00 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: June 2006 Format: Abridged Audiobook ISBN:

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A confession and manifesto from a senior leader in the emerging church movement, A Generous Orthodoxy calls for a radical, Christ-centered orthodoxy of faith and practice in a missional, generous spirit. Brian McLaren argues for a post-liberal, post-conservative, post-protestant convergence, which will stimulate lively interest and global conversation among thoughtful Christians from all traditions.

In a sweeping exploration of belief, author Brian McLaren takes us across the landscape of faith, envisioning an orthodoxy that aims for Jesus, is driven by love, and is defined by missional intent. A Generous Orthodoxy rediscovers the mysterious and compelling ways that Jesus can be embraced across the entire Christian horizon. Rather than establishing what is and is not orthodox, McLaren walks through the many traditions of faith, bringing to the center a way of life that draws us closer to Christ and to each other.

Whether you find yourself inside, outside, or somewhere on the fringe of Christianity, A Generous Orthodoxy draws you toward a way of living that looks beyond the us/them paradigm to the blessed and ancient paradox of we.

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"I thought this was an interesting read. He writes in a clear and concise manner and adds humor to the book that a lot of theology writers don't have. He makes a good case for why we can be all of those things....why we don't have to choose to alienate one another with our titles and labels."

— Patricia (4 out of 5 stars)

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  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Definitelynt a speed read. This is a book designed for slow digestion and though. Brings forth the beauty of the different parts of the Church, and incites a real desire for more unity or at least tolerance within it. "

    — Ryan, 2/18/2014
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    " My first 'post grad school' book! woohoo!! I LOVED this book, and it really helped me appreciate the nuances and differences within Christianity - appreciating where I've come from and excitement for the journey ahead. "

    — Ashley, 2/11/2014
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    " This gives the best overview of Brian McLaren's viewpoint on the church and faith. "

    — Irm, 2/7/2014
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    " the only thing I didn't like about this book was the way that he named the chapter 'pithy' things. I also thought he was pretty weak on certain areas of protestant religion, which I thought he might have dodged because of his own afiliations with such groups.... "

    — Jon, 2/2/2014
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    " Just a brilliant Read! "

    — Billy, 1/16/2014
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    " Wow, this book will definitely challenge the way you think about many aspects of Christianity, in a good way. McLaren wants us to embrace a broader, "generous orthodoxy" that includes something from every denomination. "

    — Laura, 1/3/2014
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    " Great overview of what deconstruction is like and how it works itself out in real life. "

    — Colleen, 12/11/2013
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    " I learned that Brian McLaren is struggling. That's ok, but not worth much of my time. "

    — Charity, 12/3/2013
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    " really annoying style of writing (constant chatty self-analysis / attempts to reassure the reader?) but very thought-provoking and useful ideas. i guess he is just trying to win round america's religious right gently. truly generous. "

    — June, 4/2/2013
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    " Brian McLaren pushes the boundaries somewhat in this provocative book. So naturally I loved it! :) "

    — Aaron, 2/6/2013
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    " Heresy "

    — Daniel, 8/22/2012
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    " this challenged me right out of my box. "

    — Jen, 5/9/2012
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    " I'm still reading this. Stopped midway as I started researching the author and finding out if his views (controversial they may be) are seen by mainstream Christian organisations as biblical and legitimate. "

    — Vera, 9/17/2011
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    " Read this with my "church lady" book club. It's great theology - good read. "

    — Holly, 6/28/2011
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    " McLaren is the writer to read if you want to understand the new emerging Christianity. This is a thoughtful book that questions the traditional understanding of truth to embrace and accept the messiness of faith and human feeling. "

    — Linda, 4/3/2011
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    " Thought this was a very good book - helped me understand the Emergent church movement a bit better. (though Brian McLaren does not always line up with the Emergent Church folks) "

    — Tim, 3/11/2011
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    " not orthodoxy and far too generous "

    — Tyler, 2/15/2011
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    " I loved this book! Lots of things to think about and gives much to hope for. "

    — Joey, 2/7/2011
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    " Interesting overview of what's going on in the Emergent Church. And, I'm relieved to see that it's becoming more inclusive! "

    — Jonelle, 11/12/2010
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    " This is a great precursor to understand A New Kind of Christianity. I probably should have read it before, but I am grateful to have picked up a copy at the local library. McLaren's thought definitely has much to offer twenty-first century Christians. "

    — Michael, 10/4/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Wow, this book will definitely challenge the way you think about many aspects of Christianity, in a good way. McLaren wants us to embrace a broader, "generous orthodoxy" that includes something from every denomination. "

    — Laura, 7/11/2010
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " His "orthodoxy" is a little too generous "

    — Mike, 5/20/2010

About Brian McLaren

Brian D. McLaren is a Christian thinker, author, and activist. A former pastor with a background in literature, McLaren is the author of over a dozen books, an Auburn Senior Fellow, and board chair of Convergence (convergenceus.org).