Description
A Better Freedom: Finding Life as Slaves of Christ
By Michael Card
Overview
In A Better Freedom: Finding Life as Slaves of Christ, Michael Card invites readers to explore the profound concept of discipleship through the lens of slavery, particularly as understood in the early Christian context. Drawing from his experiences in an African American church, Card reflects on the significance of calling Jesus "Master" and how this term serves as a powerful reminder of true freedom in Christ.
About the Author
Product Features
- ISBN-10: 0830837140
- ISBN-13: 978-0830837144
- Publisher: IVP Books
- Language: English
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 168
- Item Weight: 8 ounces
- Publication Date: September 19, 2009
- Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches
Key Insights
- Historical Context: The book delves into the implications of slavery in the Greco-Roman world and its metaphorical application to understanding Christian discipleship.
- Biblical Exploration: Card examines the writings of early Christian figures such as Paul, Peter, Jude, and James, highlighting how they identified themselves as slaves of Christ and the freedom that comes from this relationship.
- Spiritual Reflection: The narrative encourages readers to reconsider their own understanding of freedom, suggesting that true liberation is found in submission to Jesus as Lord and Master.
About the Author
Michael Card is a renowned musician, author, and speaker whose works often explore the intersection of faith and life. His unique insights into Scripture and biblical themes have resonated with audiences worldwide, making him a respected voice in contemporary Christian thought.
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When Michael Card first started attending an African American church, he was struck by how the congregation worshiped Jesus as "MASTER."
He soon learned that during slavery, calling Jesus "Master" was a subtle way of saying that their earthly masters were not their true Master. This insight led Card on a journey of discovery, as he wondered, "What would it mean for us to take upon ourselves the title 'slave of Christ'?"
A Better Freedom explores the biblical imagery of slavery as a metaphor for Christian discipleship. Card shows how the early church saw Greco-Roman slavery as a window into understanding Jesus both as the Savior who took on the form of a slave, but also the true Lord and Master who sets us free from our own slavery to sin.
Come, let yourself be captured by the Master. And discover how you can be truly set free.
