Antony Campbell first examines the fundamental fact of faith for all humans, whether that faith is in a world with or without a god. He then turns to modern science, arguing that it has replaced outmoded science but not religious faith. He looks at how religion and science can coexist without clashing: science deals with the measurable and religion with the immeasurable. Campbell's major concern in this book is the basis for faith in a world with God, and he focuses on the whisper of spirit that many feel, sensed in our experience of the world and ourselves. A discussion of both a transcendent God and a God who cares deeply for human beings leads to two questions: How do we support and nourish Christian faith in this God who loves us, and what will be the shape of a future phoenix church? Campbell's answers offer a way to sustain the church for today and a vision for tomorrow. Antony F. Campbell, S. J., is professor of Old Testament at Jesuit Theological College, Parkville, Australia. He is the author of several books, including Of Prophets and Kings, God First Loved Us, and Joshua to Chronicles. |
