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Critical Dilemma: The Rise of Critical Theories and Social Justice Ideology—Implications for the Church and Society

Charles Terpstra·2024-04-01
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This book review examines Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer's critique of critical theory and social justice ideology, exploring how these academic frameworks have infiltrated both secular culture and the church. The resource addresses the challenge of understanding and articulating the dangers of critical theories while recognizing that they often blend truth with error, making them particularly deceptive to Christian communities. It serves as a defensive theological work helping Reformed churches discern and respond to contemporary ideological threats.

The following book is reviewed by Rev. Joseph Holstege, pastor of First Protestant Reformed Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Critical Dilemma: The Rise of Critical Theories and Social Justice Ideology -- Implications for the Church and Society by Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer. Eugene, Oregon: Harvest House Publishers, 2023. 501 pages, hardcover. $34.99. Writing on the topic of critical theory in the modern context is fraught with challenges. There is the challenge of terminology and...

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Charles Terpstra
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2024-04-01

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Scripture References
Micah 6:8Judges 17:6Ephesians 2:14
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ApologeticsChristian LivingBook Reviews
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