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In Praise of When Life and Beliefs Collide.Sooner or later, life’s difficulties bring every Christian woman to God’s doorstep with questions too personal to ignore. “Why does God let me go through such painful circumstances?” “Why does he seem indifferent to my prayers?” We’re tired of spiritual pie in the sky. We want authentic, God-as-he-really-is faith—the kind that holds us together when our world is falling apart and equips us to offer strength and hope to others.When Life and Beliefs Collide raises a long-overdue call for us to think seriously about what we believe about God. With passion, brilliance, and eloquence, Carolyn Custis James weaves stories of contemporary women with episodes from the life of Mary of Bethany to illustrate the practical benefits of knowing God deeply. Examining the misperceptions and abuses that discourage women from pursuing a deeper understanding of God, this insightful book demonstrates how practical and down to earth knowing God can be.“This outstanding book offers the best demonstration that everyone needs theology, the best expository account of Mary and Martha, and the best trajectory for women’s ministry in modern North America that I have yet read.” —James I. Packer“Thoughtful, scholarly, and motivating . . . should inspire and encourage women for years to come.” —Joni Eareckson Tada“You will not think the same way, nor hopefully be the same, after reading this thought-provoking book.” —Vonette Zachary Bright“. . . affirms women in their calling, chosen-ness, and gifting, and makes us know we are cherished and planned for.” —Jill Briscoe
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"basically this book sets forth why many women feel that theology is more for men and why that is absolutely not true. it was challenging to think how my theology should teach and counsel my husband, my friends, and my church. i also appreciated the emphasis the author put on living out my theology in all areas of life."
— Lauren (4 out of 5 stars)
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" Amazing book. Must read for all! "
— Jill, 1/23/2014 -
" This was an excellent book on theology and helped me to think about why and what I believe about God. "
— Sabra, 1/5/2014 -
" Interesting perspective on women and theology as explained through the life of Mary and Martha. Was "spark" for SheMatters group. "
— Shematters, 1/1/2014 -
" Not an easy read but a worthy one... interesting thoughts on what it means to be a woman theologian "
— Cammy, 12/23/2013 -
" Carolyn Custis James discusses why theology is so important for women and how we see it at work in the lives of Mary and Martha. I found this book very encouraging and am trying to remember its lessons in daily life. "
— Sarah, 11/29/2013 -
" Great book to encourage women to know theology. "
— Sandi, 10/5/2013 -
" The last two chapters made this a worthwhile book to read. The rest is rather repetitive and not very substantial. "
— Jennifer, 10/3/2013 -
" James' re-analysis of the Mary-Martha dichotomy is refreshing and spiritually liberating. She points all women (men too!) to intimacy with Christ, knowledge of God, and fruitfulness in the Christian life. Great handbook for life! "
— Laverne, 1/30/2013 -
" Currently reading and so far I LOVE it! "
— Monika, 12/9/2012 -
" A fabulous read for both men and women. Most interesting is the exposition of Mary and Martha - gave a perspective never heard before but I'm sold! "
— Joanna, 9/6/2012 -
" Great book, and one that I want to read again. She is smart and underscores the theology that we need for daily life. "
— Kelly, 4/6/2012 -
" Life-changing book for me regarding women and their purpose/roles within the body of Christ. A must-read. "
— Steph, 1/22/2012 -
" Good arguments on why theology is important for women. "
— Alasse, 11/1/2011 -
" This book helped me think deeply about the gospel portraits of Mary of Bethany and about a woman's need for solid theology. "
— Anna, 10/27/2011 -
" AMAZING book. Has been an oxygen mask, life-line, and parachute for me these last few months. "
— Beth, 10/20/2011 -
" Currently reading and so far I LOVE it! "
— Monika, 12/29/2010 -
" Great book, and one that I want to read again. She is smart and underscores the theology that we need for daily life. "
— Kelly, 9/2/2010 -
" Carolyn Custis James discusses why theology is so important for women and how we see it at work in the lives of Mary and Martha. I found this book very encouraging and am trying to remember its lessons in daily life. "
— Sarah, 7/21/2010 -
" Not an easy read but a worthy one... interesting thoughts on what it means to be a woman theologian <br/> "
— Cammy, 2/7/2010 -
" Interesting perspective on women and theology as explained through the life of Mary and Martha. Was "spark" for SheMatters group. "
— Shematters, 1/30/2010 -
" James' re-analysis of the Mary-Martha dichotomy is refreshing and spiritually liberating. She points all women (men too!) to intimacy with Christ, knowledge of God, and fruitfulness in the Christian life. Great handbook for life! "
— Laverne, 2/26/2009 -
" This book helped me think deeply about the gospel portraits of Mary of Bethany and about a woman's need for solid theology. "
— Anna, 2/2/2009 -
" A fabulous read for both men and women. Most interesting is the exposition of Mary and Martha - gave a perspective never heard before but I'm sold! "
— Joanna, 2/1/2009 -
" AMAZING book. Has been an oxygen mask, life-line, and parachute for me these last few months. "
— Beth, 1/16/2009
About Carolyn Custis James
Carolyn Custis James travels extensively as a popular speaker for women’s conferences, churches, colleges, seminaries, and other Christian organizations. Her ministry organization, WhitbyForum, promotes thoughtful biblical discussion to help men and women serve God together. Carolyn founded and is president of the Synergy Women’s Network. She is a consulting editor for Zondervan’s Exegetical Commentary series on the New Testament and author of When Life and Beliefs Collide and Lost Women of the Bible. She and her husband live in Boxford, Massachusetts. They have one grown daughter.
About Ruth Bloomquist
Ruth Bloomquist is an award-winning singer-songwriter. She and her husband, Max, having been making music together since 1975.