Has "Western thought" kept the Church in bondage?
This book is truly liberating. It traces the roots of Christian bondage and how Western thought has skewed pure Christianity and therefore the path Christians have taken over the past 2,000 years.
After untangling historical aspects, author Harold R. Eberle rebuilds a Christian worldview, laying fresh, biblical truths on the ancient Hebrew foundation. This faith-building worldview yields answers for some of the hardest questions today's society raises. It stands up against the most fearsome attacks from Christianity's modern opponents. It renews your faith in God's Word and strengthens your confidence in His love for you.
Christianity Unshackled:
- Challenges the foundations of your Western worldview.
- Firmly plants you on a more sure Christian foundation.
- Instills confidence within your heart and mind.
- Arms you to defend the Christian faith against critics.
- Frees you to live a more abundant Christian life.
Unshackle your heart and mind today with spiritual truths that will shake your world!
Table of Contents
Foreword by Bill Johnson
Introduction
Section 1: The Development of our Western Worldview
Chapter 1: The Birth of Western Thought
Chapter 2: The Great Divide in Western Thought
Chapter 3: First Major Outworking: Gnosticism
Chapter 4: Second Major Outworking: Asceticism
Chapter 5: Augustines Ideas Seated in the Western Mind
Chapter 6: The Middle Ages and the Dark Ages
Chapter 7: The Renaissance and Protestant Reformation
Chapter 8: Birth of the Modern World Through Science
Chapter 9: The Great Wall Dividing Faith From Reason
Chapter 10: Integration of the Spiritual and Natural Realms
Chapter 11: Proof for the Existence of God
Chapter 12: Reasonable People Believe in God
Chapter 13: Two Different Foundations for Our Worldview
Chapter 14: Then Came Rationalism and the Enlightenment
Chapter 15: Rationalism Undermining Christianity
Chapter 16: Casting Doubts Upon Scripture
Chapter 17: Divergent Paths of the Western Worldview
Chapter 18: The Church and Science
Chapter 19: The Advancement of Society
Chapter 20: Optimism Fades with the Growth of Postmodernism
Summary of Section 1
Section 2: Rebuilding Our Christianity Apart from the Western Worldview
Chapter 21: God Exists and His Existence is Obvious
Chapter 22: God is Alive and He is Good
Chapter 23: Gods Involvement in this World
Chapter 24: God is Selectively Involved in This World
Chapter 25: Knowing the Truth About Jesus
Chapter 26: Evidence for the Resurrection
Chapter 27: Ones Own Experience With God
Chapter 28: Created in the Image of God With Spiritual Senses
Chapter 29: Faith is the Evidence
Chapter 30: The Body and Soul Fully Integrated
Chapter 31: Are Babies Good or Bad?
Chapter 32: Are People Good or Bad?
Chapter 33: The Heart is the Core of a Persons Being
Chapter 34: How Wonderful is This World?
Chapter 35: Managing Ourselves
Chapter 36: Should We Bring the Gospel to Tribal People?
Chapter 37: Facing Vicious Attacks
Chapter 38: Is Society Advancing or Deteriorating?
Chapter 39: The Will of God is Advancing in the Earth
Chapter 40: Is the World Getting Better or Worse?
Conclusion
Endnotes
Recommended Reading
Endorsements
Christianity Unshackled, written by my friend Harold Eberle, is a refreshing read. To anyone searching for truth in the context of how history shapes our thinking today, this book is for you! I highly recommend this informative and inspiring book to gain a biblical worldview. Thanks, Harold, for this vital contribution to the Kingdom of God in our day.
Larry Kreider, Author and International Director of Dove Christian Fellowship International (DCFI)
Harold Eberle, more than anyone else I know of, has the ability to explain profound areas of theology, philosophy, history, and apologetics in straightforward, uncomplicated, and understandable language. Christianity Unshackled is a history-changing book. If Church leaders across the board would take the time to examine Eberles thoughts about worldview, digest them, and implement then in real life, the Church as we know if could be radically reformed!
Dr. C. Peter Wagner, Presiding Apostle, International Coalition of Apostles
About the Author
More than 20 years ago, Harold Eberle left the pastorate to embark on a worldwide traveling ministry. In addition to his extensive speaking schedule, he has helped found a dozen Bible colleges in Africa and has written more than 20 books. He is also a visiting instructor at several Bible colleges and seminaries in the United States.
