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Books I’m Reading…

From time to time, friends ask what I’m reading. I rarely start and finish a book in one sitting. I usually dabble, dive and resurface, and drift from one book to another. I read many books simultaneously.

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Academy and Congregation

I feel called to speak theologically both to the academy and to congregations. This calling presents unique challenges.

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Comparing Bible and Qur’an

Michael Lodahl’s new book, Claiming Abraham: Reading the Bible and the Qur’an Side by Side, is simply an exciting read! His theological interpretation of these sacred texts should help Christians and Muslims identify their theological similarities and differences.

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Hiking and Photographing the Owyhees

In the last five months, I’ve done more hiking than I have in the last 15 years. I find trekking the wilderness inspiring.

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Transforming Christian Theology II

I complete my brief review of highlights from Philip Clayton's book. And I propose my own ideas about theology's role in transformation.

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Transforming Christian Theology

Theology shouldn’t play a supporting role in the Christian transformation we need so desperately today. It should play the main role!

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Transformation for the Church

Many of us recognize the need for transformation in our own lives and in the church. We need wise principles to help us respond well to God’s guidance into this transformation.

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We Don’t Need “Revival!”

I’ve been thinking about the change we most need. This thinking has been exhilarating! I’m wondering, What are fresh ways God might be inviting us to live and promote the abundant life Jesus offers?

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University Values and Professorial Roles

I was recently asked to reflect on potential core values of the university at which I teach. The exercise prompted me also to ponder my role as professor.

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Gender-Inclusive Language and Christian Love

Communication is a two-way street.  It involves the communicator’s choice of language and a recipient's interpretation of that language. The call for gender-inclusive language sometimes causes tension in Christian circles.

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Persecution in the Horn of Africa

The ranks of persecuted Christians continues to grow. But so does the size of the church – especially in the horn of Africa.

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About this website

You’ve reached the online home of Thomas Jay Oord, a professor, author, and theologian from the Pacific Northwest. Read more