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Why being yourself is a bad idea
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- Book Synopsis
- Most people just want to be happy and to make a difference in the world. We're often told we'll achieve this by being ourselves - but when we begin to reflect, that's not quite as simple as it sounds. All sorts of questions and countercultural notions arise. Maybe trying to 'be yourself' is not such a good idea after all? In this book Graham Tomlin dares us to let go of some of the assumptions we make about life. Drawing on current research, contemporary events and ancient wisdom, he offers an invitation to journey to places we may never have imagined before. In doing so, he vividly reveals how the revolution that Christianity began can still make remarkable sense of our experience of wonder, love, evil, justice, identity and freedom. Exploring these universal experiences in a down to earth, easy to read manner, Why Being Yourself is a Bad Idea is a book for anyone struggling with the search for identity and self-discovery, and will leave you uplifted and reassured that seeking God can and will help you to make sense of life. 'Intriguing and provocative, speaking to our deepest concerns and heaviest questions.' James Mumford, author of Vexed: Ethics beyond political tribes 'I kept saying "YES!" as I turned the pages of this book.' Pete Greig, author of How to Pray
- About The Author
- Revd Dr Graham Tomlin is Principal of St Mellitus College, and of St Paul's Theological Centre. He holds degrees in both English Literature and Theology from Oxford University and completed his PhD through the University of Exeter. He mainly teaches historical theology, particularly specialising in Patristics and the Reformation period. He is the author of many articles and books on a broad range of subjects and is married to Janet with two adult children.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9780281081790
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge, (17 September 2020)
- Number of Pages
- 192
- Weight
- 198 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 178 x 129 x 18 mm
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