Streamside

by E. Larry Beaumont

Could Jesus, the son of God, pray to his father for something his father would then deny? Did Jesus intend for the world to see his true family forever estranged? In " Finding Peace through Perfect Unity," E. Larry Beaumont applies an engineer's problem-solving model to the reality of disunity in the Christian church. Reading as much like a mystery novel as a Bible study, "Streamside" uncovers clues in every chapter to discovering Jesus's original intent for perfect unity. In a frantic, data-driven world tugging at you from every direction, it's time to take a break. Come together in unity and find perfect peace along the banks of "Streamside.""E. Larry Beaumont has a long-term passion for the kind of biblically-based unity that is so often desperately needed but lacking within and among evangelical Christian congregations and ministries today. Integrating his thoughts via the compelling metaphor of coming alongside a beautiful, nurturing stream of water, Beaumont combines solid, detailed biblical exegesis with challenging but very realistic recommendations for how to take substantive steps along the path toward this unity. Read this book at your own risk! Because after doing so, if Beaumont's vision does not move you, it won't be for lack of knowledge of the Scriptures or potential for implementation, merely your own disobedience. Come to think of it, if you've read this cover, it's already too late; better read the book as well!"-Craig L. Blomberg, Distinguished Professor of New Testament, Denver Seminary

490 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 7, 2014