5/13/2023 0 Comments Life together bonhoeffer amazonIt is highly prescriptive and slightly antiquated, with many many "musts" and "shoulds." But in Bonhoeffer's words, "It's not legalism, it's fidelity and orderliness." What would happen if you applied principles of theology AND utter efficiency to living life together? This book. This book is essentially "German engineering for Christian communities." A theologically-rooted how-to manual for living life with other Christians, following a very precise order. I want to be like him, but maybe not in the exact manner he lays out here. An amazing spirit, executed in a concentration camp, after laying a foundation for modern hearts to follow Christ. Nazi-resister, Gandhi liaison, secret super spy pastor. Does the person have a life narrative I admire? Would I actually want to be like them? If so, perhaps I'll take their advice. Whenever I read how-to books, I "skip to end" the consider the actual bio of the person.
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