May, 2015 to get more information on aimee byrd s new book theological fitness and to learn why we need a fighting faith, click this link. Why we need a fighting faith by aimee byrd 58 ratings, 3. Theological fitness do yes, or theological fitness do no 127 8. This is the focus of aimee byrd s new book, theological fitness. Theological fitness is an excellent study, and not just for women. In the opening chapters of her book none like him, jen. Its a process that leads to what aimee byrd calls theological fitness. She shows how to gain and maintain theological fitness and how to find great enjoyment in the exercise. It is a pleasure to commend the following book to you. Aimee unpacks our call to perseverance in the book of hebrews and explores the great metaphor that physical fitness lends to theology. Theological fitness, why we need a fighting faith book. Audio lectures include highquality live recordings of collegelevel lectures that cover the important points from each subject as well as relevant material from other sources. Aimee byrd is the very best kind of theological sensei. No, rather, aimee challenges us from the scripture to engage in fighting faith through a fighting grace.
She adeptly applies the notion of physical fitness to our fitness in the christian life. New booksaugust 2016 community bible chapel, richardson. Jan 23, 2017 this week on theology on the go, our host, dr. Glory in the ordinary by courtney reissig tracey shannon december 16. Like me, readers may shake their heads but, also like me, they will soon understand the connection between bruce lees words and persevering in the christian faith.
Jun 02, 2015 one of byrds recent concerns has been the lack of discernment and doctrinal precision in many of the popular christian books. Regarding physical fitness, i fall squarely into the fitness faker categoryhigh metabolism, noncompetitive, and sweatavoidantand i initially wasnt convinced the. Aimee is the author of housewife theologian, theological fitness, no little women, and why cant we be friends. Aimee byrd fearlessly takes on a range of problems that are not often addressed. See all books authored by aimee byrd, including housewife theologian. I asked aimee to come on to the podcast today to help us understand how a fighting faith can sustain us during hard times. Author aimee byrd is an amazing mother of three who blogs about the gospel interrupting the ordinary. Her goal is admirable and her theology is solid, yet the statement above reveals her audiences elementary level understanding of the christian life.
Complete new book list august, 2016 theological fitness. Author of housewife theologian and theological fitness, she now blogs about theology and the christian life and cohosts the. We need theological fitness in the christian life of faith and obedience. Aimee is author of several books, including housewife theologian, theological fitness, no little women, and why cant we be friends she is the cohost of mortification of spin podcast for the alliance of confessing evangelicals and regularly blogs there as well.
The big takeaway i have from reading theological fitness is that i really want to reread the sermonletter of hebrews, thanks to aimee byrds work in weaving together the themes of the book. Rather, byrd paints a realistic and balanced picture of our life of faith. Aimee byrds encouragement to us in her newest book, theological fitness, is far from couch potato christianity. May 10, 2016 theological fitness, why we need a fighting faith. How the gospel interrupts the ordinary, and no little women. Aimee byrd has created a resource that will benefit women tremendously. This book is for all women who want to explore beneath the superficial and get to know god, and themselves, better. Aimee byrd books list of books by author aimee byrd. Theological fitness aimee byrd 9781596389953 netgalley.
The idea for my book came from a need that i perceived in my own community. May 06, 2020 aimee byrd is the author of five books including theological fitness. Byrd warns elders and pastors to be aware of this theological climate and invites them to invest in the women of the church by overseeing the materials used in womens ministries. Unlike a traditional audiobooks direct narration of a books text recovering from biblical manhood and womanhood. Why we need a fighting faith, is now available may 15th. Recovering from biblical manhood and womanhood by aimee. To get more information on aimee byrds new book theological fitness and to learn why we need a fighting faith, click this link. Why we need a fighting faith 9781596389953 by aimee y. Theological fitness by aimee byrd ligonier ministries. Carl trueman, todd pruitt and aimee byrd serve up a humorous, informal podcast with bite. Miyagi as a dad, and a mom who owned a gym before golds was a staple name. In her first book, housewife theologian, she shares how women can rise above the. She shows how to gain and maintain theological fitnessand how to find great enjoyment in the exercise.
Equipping all women in the household of god, she shines a light on bad theology that is creeping into households through church initiatives aimed at women. Now, in her 2nd book, she challenges us to roll up our sleeves and exercise our theological muscles. May all those who need to hear her message give it heed. Equipping all women in the household of god, and more on. She is the author of housewife theologian, theological fitness, no little women, and why cant we be friends. Theological fitness quotes by aimee byrd goodreads. To get more information on aimee byrds new book theological fitness and to learn why we need a fighting faith, click this. Jun 01, 2015 aimee opens her second book, theological fitness. Aimee byrd s encouragement to us in her newest book, theological fitness, is far from couch potato christianity. Author of housewife theologian and theological fitness, she now blogs about theology and the christian life. So the irony was not lost on me when i recently found myself sweating on the elliptical at my local planet fitness the judgement free zone reading aimee byrds new release, theological fitness. Join aimee in some theological fitness training as she unpacks our call to hold fast and persevere.
I was raised in a house with a goodlooking version of mr. Aimee byrd is cohost of mortification of spin, blogger at, and author of housewife theologian and theological fitness. Join aimee in some theological fitness training as she unpacks our call to hold. Dec 01, 2015 thus writes aimee byrd, author of theological fitness. Previous to this work, she has authored housewife theologian. Let go and let god is not the phrase you will hear or read from aimee when it comes to our faith.
Phil johnson, grace to you aimee drives the point home vividly in her distinctive, memorable, and popular style. More from aimee byrd living the gospel in ordinary life. Phil johnson, grace to you radio program aimee drives the point home vividly in her distinctive, memorable, and popular style. This book is the result of aimees passion to think about whatever is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, commendable, excellent, and. Jan 27, 2017 and this is why i found aimee byrds new book, no little women. Aimee byrd is a member of new hope orthodox presbyterian church in frederick, maryland, married with three children, author of housewife theologian and theological fitness, and is a cohost on the mortification of spin podcast. Why we need a fighting faith which, ironically, i read while sitting on the beach eating those chips. Aimee byrd is author, speaker, blogger, podcaster, and former coffeeshop owner.
With deep insight, biblical soundness, and practical illustrations, aimee shows that while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come 1 tim. And this is why i found aimee byrds new book, no little women. How the gospel interrupts the ordinary phillipsburg, nj. Aimee is just an ordinary mom of three who has also been a martial arts student, coffee shop owner, and bible study teacher. With deep insight, biblical soundness, and practical illustrations, aimee shows that while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the.
A book for christians who want to hold fast to their faith without wavering, even in the trials of ordinary life. Esv i definitely appreciated the premise behind theological fitness. Learn about the fighting grace god has given us, and discover how we are equipped to live lives of obedience even amidst the suffering and irritations of ordinary life. Mortification of spin is a casual conversation about things that count. This is the focus of aimee byrds new book, theological fitness. The zondervan biblical and theological lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. As ive considered the exercise videos and the eating plan, my mind keeps returning to a book i read this summer by aimee byrd, theological fitness. What a gem this book isso full of encouragement and so honest and genuine. Author and blogger aimee byrd invites us to join her in some theological. Thus writes aimee byrd, author of theological fitness. Join this engaging and thoughtprovoking conversation on the challenges the church faces and what counts in the christian life. May 15, 2015 aimee byrd is the very best kind of theological sensei.
It is not another howto book that instructs christian women what to do and what not to do, often limiting women to domestic roles as a wife and a mom, but it paints an overall picture of what value women have in the broader. So does living an obedient, everyday life of faith. Aimee byrd is the author of five books including theological fitness. No, rather, aimee challenges us from the scripture. Aimee byrd, also known as the housewife theologian, is part of the team of contributors for the mortification of spin podcast. I share her concern and am thankful for her solid and helpful contribution in her most recent book. Review theological fitness by aimee byrd reformed forum.
May 26, 2015 for fitness fanatics, fitness fakers, and everyone in between, the searching questions and robust exegesis of theological fitness contain a workout plan for the soul. Mortification of spin mos alliance of confessing evangelicals. Discover book depositorys huge selection of aimee byrd books online. Theological fitness is a fine book about christian perseverance that i would commend to. Kathy keller, author, jesus, justice, and gender roles aimee byrd is a bible study teacher and author of housewife theologian and theological fitness. Thats right, even my garage was converted into an exercise roomslashdojo. Aug 24, 2015 as ive considered the exercise videos and the eating plan, my mind keeps returning to a book i read this summer by aimee byrd, theological fitness. Throughout the sessions, she gave us a peek into her book. Trueman, paul woolley professor of church history, westminster theological seminary, pa. When my children started attending school, i realized that although many families went to church, their faith was based more on good, christian morals than actual theological knowledge about who god is. We also talk about some of her other writings and how rest can be active. She and her cohosts, carl trueman and todd pruitt, regularly discuss topics of interest in the reformed world.
How does simply holding fast turn into such a workout of faith. Perhaps you are thinking this will be a legalistic type book, where faith becomes a difficult burden. In aimee byrd s 1st book, she challenges us to have a passion for theology. New booksaugust 2016 community bible chapel, richardson, texas. In her first book, housewife theologian, she shares how women can rise above the worlds expectations by becoming housewife theologians finding true meaning and true worship. Download theological fitness aimee byrd 9781596389953.
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