The importance of Toward a Theology of Radical Involvement lies in its focus on the theological and ethical perspective of Martin Luther King, Jr. By examining the multiple, competing images of King in both academia and the public square, Ivory argues that mass public confusion and ambiguity exist today about King's identity. Consequently, the more radical and prophetic thrust of his legacy of thought and action has been blunted.
Seeking to resolve the public identity crisis about King, Ivory offers the provocative thesis that King is best understood as a creative...
The importance of Toward a Theology of Radical Involvement lies in its focus on the theological and ethical perspective of Martin Luther K...
In this volume, Luther Ivory reflects on how to live the call to discipleship as an individual and as a community. He describes the significance of active listening in the invitational rhythm of call and response and clarifies the biblical mandate for individuals and the church to respond to the call to join God in the struggle against evil and to establish righteousness in the world. Ultimately, he demonstrates for readers how to live a "life of engaged piety," which links reverence for God to the act of confronting injustice.
The Foundations of Christian Faith series enables...
In this volume, Luther Ivory reflects on how to live the call to discipleship as an individual and as a community. He describes the significance of...
