Discipleship of the Mind: Learning to Love God in the Ways We Think

by James W. Sire

Christians who are serious about their faith want to love God with all that they are -- heart and mind and strength. Books abound on the devotional life, on commitment, on evangelism and practical Christian living, but few take up what it means to love God with our minds. How do we learn to honor God in the ways we think? James Sire blazes a trail for Christians concerned about the discipleship of our minds. After looking at the attitudes toward God and ourselves necessary for the journey, he introduces us to the basics of the Christian world view. Separate chapters discuss the foundations of knowledge and the relationship between knowing and doing. With an eye to the practical, Sire offers specific suggestions on getting to know what is good and getting to know the world. He also provides valuable insights on how Christians might approach various academic disciplines as disciples of Christ. Here is a book for all who desire to love God with their minds.

Genres: Christian, Christian Living, Discipleship, Christianity, Spirituality, Theology

249 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 1990

About the author

James W. Sire was a Christian author, speaker, and former editor for InterVarsity Press.

Sire was an officer in the Army, a college professor of English literature, philosophy and theology, the chief editor of InterVarsity Press, a lecturer at over two hundred universities around the world and the author of twenty books on literature, philosophy and the Christian faith. His book The Universe Next Door, published in 1976 has sold over 350,000 copies. He held a B.A. in chemistry and English from the University of Nebraska, an M.A. in English from Washington State and a Ph.D. in English from the University of Missouri.

Reviews

[Paul Kennedy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Definitely want to spend time reading and thinking over, it was very helpful in deconstructing what a worldview is and why having a Christian worldview above all is important-regardless of academic or non-academic discipline.

I only wish I had read this before university!

Whether you are a student, are going to be, or have been, this book is for you

[Ross D Minnick · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have read several books of James Sire, I understand the view in which he is trying to get us understand that we need to be firm in our belief. There are many worldviews out there that will test us. He has simply given a quick overview of them and how they relate to Christianity.

[L Gregory Lott · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent book and one that should be required reading for all young Christians after graduation from High School and strive to enter into college or the university setting. And it is also vital for those who are currently pursuing higher education.

[Jeff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sadly, many today think of Christianity as a shallow, fluffy, anti-intellectual religion with little or nothing to offer the modern world. It is even more unfortunate that some Christians think the same thing. In this excellent book, the author, James W. Sire, offers the Christian reader a way of viewing the world in a truly Christian way. Christianity is a faith that offers a coherent, rational view of the universe but one that has been largely discarded by the modern world especially in academia. After reading this excellent book, the believer should come away with a renewed confidence that Christianity does have a great deal to offer modern society and, more importantly, the author aids in equipping the reader to begin thinking about the world in a Christian way. This is a truly great book in helping one develop a Christian worldview!

[Mae · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book was primarily Christian philosophy and world view. I don't really care for philosophy, and it was hard to wade through. It wasn't very practical. However, it was very good at explaining the ways of thinking through a world view from a Christian perspective and the importance of being carefully thoughtful.

[Stephen Temple · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a good book explaining the Christian worldview and unpacking how to analyze culture and academia from within that worldview. The best chapter is the appendix giving helpful, practical tips to Christian university students. However, it wasn't a very easy read, took me two attempts to finish it.

[Gary · Rating 1 out of 5]

One of the stupidest books I have ever read. Stay away if you know whats good for you.

[Theresa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mind expanding