Ebook: Repenting of religion: turning from judgment to the love of god

Cover page; title page; copyright page; dedication; contents; preface; introduction: waking up to judgment; part 1: the trinity and the goal of creation; 1. dancing with the triune god; 2. life "in christ"; 3. the center is love; part 2: the forbidden tree; 4. becoming the center; 5. love and religion; 6. love and judgment; part 3: the lie and the curse; 7. the lie about god; 8. the lie about us; 9. the curse; part 4: living in love; 10. reversing the curse; 11. confronting pharisees; 12. love, confession, and accountability; epilogue: repenting of religion; notes.;We human beings are burdened by our tendencies to harshly judge others and ourselves. Unfortunately for believers, this bent is as prevalent in the church as in the world. Pastor and author Gregory A. Boyd calls readers to a higher standard through understanding the true manner in which God views humanity: as infinitely worthwhile and lovable. Only an attitude shift in how we perceive ourselves in light of God's love can impact how we relate to people and transform our judgmental nature. Believers wrestling with the reality of God's love and Christians struggling with judging in the local church will appreciate this examination of how we move from a self-centered to a Christ-centered life.