Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire 2nd edition by julie ferwerda author. Julie ferwerdas website inspirational author, wellness. Just last week i was challenged by a friend to read hell. From the origins of the pentagram and the sacred circle, to the incantations of necromancers, to the prophecies of nostradamus, this definitive source offers a compelling look at the black arts. Raising hell became the first platinum and multiplatinum hip hop record.
Christian goes dark into the metal world again, this time with author jon wiederhorn, who has a new book called, raising hell. From raising hell to razing hell 9781606473504 by jeffrey deblase. Taking aim at both christian fundamentalists and corporate ceos, raising hell is a rousing account of the fight to improve working conditions in hell, a cause taken up by the likes of jimmy hoffa, john l. Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire. I skipped over chapter 14 on purpose, because i wanted to camp out there. When all hope is gone, you will see that god is always there and ready to move. If you cannot afford a copy, live in a country where the book is not available, or simply want to begin reading right away, then we invite you download either the full length version or the newly published abridged version. Backstage tales from the lives of metal legends from the author of the celebrated classic louder than hell comes an oral history of the badass heavy metal lifestyle. A great book for anyone living in fear of the hell and damnation forever con. Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire kindle edition by ferwerda, julie, ferwerda, stephen.
Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire, author julie ferwerda lays out, in a very conversational style absent any of the usual theological mumbojumbo, a stepbystep journey through all the reasons for taking a closer look at what scripture teaches with regard to gods plan for all humanity, both believers and nonbelievers. Raising hell takes a poke at christian fundamentalists and corporate ceos through an account of the fight to improve working conditions in hell, with the help of jimmy hoffa, john l. Not because he went from homelessness into fame and fortune upon publication of his book, but because of the dramatic changes that took place in. Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire english edition ebook. In this illuminating sequel to his bestselling book the myth of a christian nation, dr.
Are you a person struggling with addictions of any type, or have found yourself in pris. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. A book clearly articulating the truth of christian universalism. I thought it would be stories of raucous life on the road in a rock band. Whats all the fuss lately about the traditional christian doctrine of hell. The doctrine of an eternally burning hell that most christians believe has to be one of the worst. Peter utama, ny i have been studying this subject for more than 40 years and have read a lot of books. Raising hell will open the eyes of any christian who will pray to god for the truth and earnestly study to show themselves approved. I cant say that this book would convince a conservative christian who will argue for the existence of hell, but for those who are open to being challenged in their current belief or who are looking for some answers because they feel unsettled about what theyve been taught about hell, i recommend this book.
Julie handles the original language and ancient history better than many. Jan 01, 2011 i think raising hell is a worthy addition to the growing library of a more recent attempt at relegitimizing christian universalism see the inescapable love of god by talbott, the evangelical universalist by macdonaldparry, and patristic universalism by burnfield. Leading seller of christian books, bibles, gifts, homeschool products, church supplies, dvds, toys and more. I skipped over chapter 14 on purpose, because i wanted to camp out there at the beginning of this blog, however, i. Gods good news for all people by eric stetson 2008, sparkling bay books. In his book raised with christ, pentecostal adrian warnock agrees with grudem, commenting, despite some translations of an ancient creed i. In a 2001 book greg boyd asserted that the bible teaches both that hell is eternal conscious suffering and also that the wicked will be.
The new book by julie ferwerda called raising hell is the latest book on the subject that lays out the facts for anyone who is drawn by the spirit to receive it. Jan 29, 2020 in his song you cant kill rock and roll ozzy osbourne sings, rock and roll is my religion and my law. Raising hell is the first book ive read about universalism thats written by a woman. In 2012, i was asked by a friend to read and critique the book, raising hell, where julie ferwerda argues that hell is an unbiblical concept. For the best reading experience, we encourage you to order either a paperback or ebook copy from.
Raising hell confirmed my belief in a god who is love, and who sent. And thats why raising hell is a musthave for anyone who wants to hear about the iconoclastic culture of headbangers and the wild lives they lead. Raising hell by norman spinrad goodreads share book. This is the mantra of the metal legends who populate raising hellartists. The topic on hell has been hotly debated this past year, especially after rob bells thoughtprovoking book love wins. Author jeff deblase proclaims his deliverance from satans kingdom, a life of drug addiction and crime. I purchased the book, but only read a few pages before it ended up in the bottom of a pile. I cant say that this book would convince a conservative christian who will argue for the existence of hell, but for those who. I think raising hell is a worthy addition to the growing library of a more recent attempt at relegitimizing christian universalism see the inescapable love of god by talbott, the evangelical universalist by macdonaldparry, and patristic universalism by burnfield. But they added to it their own mystical precepts and philosophy, culled from the jewish cabbala and early christian theology. A biblical and historical study of the doctrine of final punishment and a traditionalist me. Taking aim at both christian fundamentalists and corporate ceos. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. She references many bible study tools available to anyone with internet access.
In this book, ferwerda casts aside religious consensus and tradition and. Raising hell ebook norman spinrad raising hell takes a poke at christian fundamentalists and corporate ceos through an account of the fight to improve working conditions in hell, with the help of jimmy hoffa, john l. Kudos for raising hell i was a bibleslinging hell defender for many years. He has now written over six christian thrillers and has written over 400 songs. Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire di ferwerda, julie. Raising hell weaves history with mythology, quotes, anecdotes, and illustrations to provide a vivid chronicle of the evolution of the occult arts. This book is for laypeople and brings an emphasis on how you can study the bible for yourself how you can check for yourself on whether these things are true. Raising hell norman spinrad taking aim at both christian fundamentalists and corporate ceos, raising hell is a rousing account of the fight to improve working conditions in hell, a cause taken up by the likes of jimmy hoffa. In christian theology, the harrowing of hell is the triumphant descent of christ into hell or. This book should be read by every christian who is struggling with the orthodox view on hell. Raising hell confirmed my belief in a god who is love, and who sent his son for all his children. Raising hell is the third album by hip hop group rund. It was published in 1983 by addisonwesley publishing company and contains reprints of investigative journalism articles from the time period, with analysis and background on how the journalists investigated the issues and prepared for the.
Have you been dealt the hand of rejection, grew up fatherless. The album was first certified as platinum on july 15, 1986, before it was certified as 3x platinum by the recording industry association of america riaa on. Braggy true stories from artists and bands most people will not recognize. Sanders is an american theologian who is a professor of religious studies at hendrix college.
No, the author is not one of the keebler elves, but has been called one of the foremost scholars on hell. In his song you cant kill rock and roll ozzy osbourne sings, rock and roll is my religion and my law. Of all the responses to bells proposed maybe universalism, perhaps the most lengthy and thoughtful was francis chans book erasing hell, an examination of the doctrine of, you guessed it, hell. It was a curious but potent brew, a mix of alchemy and chemistry.
Julie ferwerda uses andersons story, the emperors new clothes, to set the stage for her book, raising hell. Gregory boyd points us to a better waya way of seeing and living that is consistent with the gospel of jesus and his kingdom. Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire by julie ferwerda, stephen. David dellman, mdiv, baltimore, md ferwerdas book makes me want to stop. Warner chappell, umpg publishing, pedl, kobalt music. Andersons story, coupled with sam walter fosss the calf path, serve as ferwerdas powerful double punch that knocks the hypocritical and complacent snot out of the religious mind before round one i mean, chapter one. Jan 01, 2014 taking aim at both christian fundamentalists and corporate ceos, raising hell is a rousing account of the fight to improve working conditions in hell, a cause taken up by the likes of jimmy hoffa, john l. Another great book is the inescapable love of god by talbot who is a philisophy professor. Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire 2 by ferwerda, julie isbn. Licensed to youtube by umg on behalf of roc nation roc nation artists caroline. Backstage tales from the lives of metal legends by.
Raising hell, is a beautifully written book of deliverance from the oppressive torments of theological hell. The book contains the crazy, funny, and sometimes horrifying anecdotes musicians have told about a lifestyle both invigorating and at times selfdestructive. I hope it goes viral, freeing millions who are tormented by fear, who spend more time in this life trying to avoid hell than to embrace the kingdom of god. You are about to joyfully discover that critical theological teachings are wrong.
Raising hell audiobook by jon wiederhorn, gary holt. How the center for investigative reporting gets the story is a nonfiction work by david weir and dan noyes, with a foreword by mike wallace. As a lifelong christian who has always critiqued and pondered deeply the core teachings of both christianity and religions in general, david sretenovic has a particular interest in the doctrine of eternal conscious torment in hell. Seems like every week theres a new book, article, or blog debating this longheld view, with a growing number of mainstream believers and even bible scholars beginning to question the status quo. A historical and biblical approach to debunking eternal torment and what the good news is really about. The author does a good job of critiquing this doctrine, showing how, from within a christian worldview, it makes no sense and is incompatible with views of the christian god that assert how loving god is. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading raising hell. The case for eternal punishment presents this view. Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire i skipped over chapter 14 on purpose, because i wanted to camp out there at the beginning of this blog, however, i need to backtrack a bit further after reading a. From the author of the celebrated classic louder than hell comes an oral history of the badass heavy metal lifestyle.
Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire ferwerda, julie on. Awhile back, after watching the movie by the same name, i picked up neale walschs, conversations with god. Not because he went from homelessness into fame and fortune upon publication of his book, but because of the dramatic changes that took place in his character and life view. Christianitys most controversial doctrine put under fire ferwerda. This volume also features the abnormal new normal, an essay that casts a cold and critical eye on current trends in popular culture, showing how. Jun 25, 2016 5 things christian parents must do to raise godly children in a secular world. Apr 10, 2020 taking aim at both christian fundamentalists and corporate ceos, raising hell is a rousing account of the fight to improve working conditions in hell, a cause taken up by the likes of jimmy hoffa, john l. A spirited biblical and theological debate between a leading conditionalist fudge, author of the fire that consumes. Praise for the authors previous book, louder than hell whether youre. The album was produced by russell simmons and rick rubin.