Background
Colson, Charles Wendell was born on October 16, 1931 in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Son of Wendell Ball and Inez (Ducrow) Colson.
(Using sound biblical truth and concise examples of indivi...)
Using sound biblical truth and concise examples of individual situations, Colson helps readers uncover and dispel what he perceives to be the lies that are interwoven into government and media today.
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(Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christia...)
Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christian faith is one of great joy. It is an invitation to God's kingdom, where tears are replaced by laughter and longing hearts find their purpose and their home. This is the heart of the gospel: God's search to reclaim us and love us as His own. But have we truly grasped this? Those of us who have disdained Christianity as a religion of bigotry---have we repudiated the genuine article or merely demonstrated our own prejudice and ignorance? Those of us who are Christians---have we deeply understood the mission of Jesus, and do our ways and character faithfully reflect His beauty? From the nature of God, to the human condition, to the work of Jesus, to God's coming kingdom, and all that lies between, how well do we understand the foundational truths of Christianity and their implications? The Faith is a book for our troubled times and for decades to come. It is for Christians and non-Christians alike. It is the most important book Chuck Colson and Harold Fickett have ever written: a thought-provoking, soul-searching, and powerful manifesto of the great, historical central truths of Christianity that have sustained believers through the centuries. Brought to immediacy with vivid, true stories, this is what Christianity is really about and why it is a religion of hope, redemption, and beauty.
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(This expanded edition includes a new introduction and epi...)
This expanded edition includes a new introduction and epilogue by Colson, recounting the writing of his bestselling book and detailing how his ministry has brought hope and encouragement to so many.
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(Our society is experiencing a profound crisis of characte...)
Our society is experiencing a profound crisis of character. What has gone wrong? With penetrating clarity, Charles Colson states that without moral absolutes, we have no will--no moral impulse--to choose good. And our wills can only be transformed through Jesus Christ.
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(America's justice system is broken. Offenders repeat and ...)
America's justice system is broken. Offenders repeat and return to jail. Chuck Colson shows why the prevailing systems of criminal justice simply don't work. The book showcases Colson at his best, including personal stories, historical study, and shocking statistics. Bottom line: only a system that is based on a biblical worldview, a system that restores both the offender and the offended, will have any lasting success. This authoritative work is Colson's legacy statement about criminal justice. These proven principles can reverse the current criminal decline.
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(Charles Colson tackles five major myths that are prevalen...)
Charles Colson tackles five major myths that are prevalent in our society, and which undermine the historical foundation of American government: (1) Judges should interpret laws to help the underdogs in society; (2) Each person has the right to make decisions about life, death, and relationships without outside interference; (3) Religion should be a private concern; (4) Government should play a greater role in granting unrestricted freedoms; (5) My problems stem from others who are exploiting me. Using sound biblical truth and concise examples, Colson helps readers gain a full understanding of underlying motives, events, and repercussions of these lies that often go unchallenged in our society.
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( Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christ...)
Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christian faith is one of great joy. It is an invitation to God’s kingdom, where tears are replaced by laughter and longing hearts find their purpose and their home. This is the heart of the gospel: God’s search to reclaim us and love us as his own. But have we truly grasped this? Those of us who have disdained Christianity as a religion of bigotry—have we repudiated the genuine article or merely demonstrated our own prejudice and ignorance? Those of us who are Christians—have we deeply apprehended the mission of Jesus, and do our ways and character faithfully reflect his beauty? From the nature of God, to the human condition, to the work of Jesus, to God’s coming kingdom, and all that lies between, how well do we understand the foundational truths of Christianity and their implications? The Faith is a book for our troubled times and for decades to come, for Christians and non-Christians alike. It is the most important book Chuck Colson and Harold Fickett have ever written: a thought-provoking, soul-searching, and powerful manifesto of the great, historical central truths of Christianity that have sustained believers through the centuries. Brought to immediacy with vivid, true stories, here is what Christianity is really about and why it is a religion of hope, redemption, and beauty.
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( In this 1993 ECPA Book of the Year, Colson sounds a cla...)
In this 1993 ECPA Book of the Year, Colson sounds a clarion call for the church to rise above traditional divisions and market-driven programs to be what God has called her to be-His people. In doing so, the Body of Christ can reclaim God's holy vision for His church. Truly a modern-day classic.
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(Ten years ago when Charles Colson's top-selling Against t...)
Ten years ago when Charles Colson's top-selling Against the Night appeared, he described the demise of Western culture as the "new dark ages." The book describes in particular the ominous shadows that have engulfed politics, family life and education. Today as we face the new millennium, the book is still pertinent, as the darkness has not lifted. It seems in many ways to have thickened. Against the Night, however, is not pessimistic. It gives Christians hope that as we regain our vision of living in God's kingdom and being God's people, we will be a light in the darkness.
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(Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christia...)
Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christian faith is one of great joy. It is an invitation to God s kingdom, where tears are replaced by laughter and longing hearts find their purpose and their home. This is the heart of the gospel: God s search to reclaim us and love us as his own. But have we truly grasped this? Those of us who have disdained Christianity as a religion of bigotry have we repudiated the genuine article or merely demonstrated our own prejudice and ignorance? Those of us who are Christians have we deeply apprehended the mission of Jesus, and do our ways and character faithfully reflect his beauty? From the nature of God, to the human condition, to the work of Jesus, to God s coming kingdom, and all that lies between, how well do we understand the foundational truths of Christianity and their implications? The Faith is a book for our troubled times and for decades to come, for Christians and non-Christians alike. It is the most important book Chuck Colson and Harold Fickett have ever written: a thought-provoking, soul-searching, and powerful manifesto of the great, historical central truths of Christianity that have sustained believers through the centuries. Brought to immediacy with vivid, true stories, here is what Christianity is really about and why it is a religion of hope, redemption, and beauty."
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( Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christ...)
Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christian faith is one of great joy. It is an invitation to God’s kingdom, where tears are replaced by laughter and longing hearts find their purpose and their home. This is the heart of the gospel: God’s search to reclaim us and love us as his own. But have we truly grasped this? Those of us who have disdained Christianity as a religion of bigotry―have we repudiated the genuine article or merely demonstrated our own prejudice and ignorance? Those of us who are Christians―have we deeply apprehended the mission of Jesus, and do our ways and character faithfully reflect his beauty? From the nature of God, to the human condition, to the work of Jesus, to God’s coming kingdom, and all that lies between, how well do we understand the foundational truths of Christianity and their implications? The Faith is a book for our troubled times and for decades to come, for Christians and non-Christians alike. Colson considered The Faith to be his legacy book to the Christian world: a thought-provoking, soul-searching, and powerful manifesto of the great, historical central truths of Christianity that have sustained believers through the centuries. Brought to immediacy with vivid, true stories, here is what Christianity is really about and why it is a religion of hope, redemption, and beauty.
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(' ...Definitely worth reading' -Billy Graham 'Colson's cr...)
' ...Definitely worth reading' -Billy Graham 'Colson's criticisms of the Religious Right are especially noteworthy...Colson's warnings echo a concern that religious conservatives would be reckless to ignore.' -Richard N. Ostling, Religion Editor, Time 'The timing could hardly be better for an author with a new book.' -Newsweek 'Kingdoms in Conflict speaks with wisdom and 'guts' to the major issues of our day.' -Charles R. Swindoll 'Kingdoms in Conflict is a classic that belongs on every Christian's bookshelf.' -Dr. James C. Dobson 'This was a book waiting for Chuck Colson to write. As no other evangelical author can, Colson brings his political experience, thoroughly changed life, and lucid writing together at just the right time...' -Moody Monthly 'The arguments- church-state, the correct admixture between the two- are familiar grist for controversial mills, but Colson does wonderful theatrical instruction in his book...' - William F. Buckley, Jr. 'In Kingdoms in Conflict Charles W. Colson masterfully weds the two subjects he knows best- politics and Christian faith.' -Russell Chandler 'Kingdoms in Conflict offers a welcomed new insight into an age-old question.' - Jack Anderson 'One cannot be a passive reader of Chuck Colson's Kingdoms in Conflict.' -Mark O. Hatfield
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( Charles Colson never pulls punches in confronting the m...)
Charles Colson never pulls punches in confronting the myths of modern life in light of God's truth. In A Dance With Deception, he shatters politically correct assumptions about such issues as media morality, public education, and gays in the military while challenging Christians to be salt and light in a world of deception.
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( In his first book of daily readings, Charles Colson sha...)
In his first book of daily readings, Charles Colson shares truths and warnings on timely and timeless subjects ranging from Aristotle and the Apostles to MTV, the arts and evolution. In this daily devotional Colson presents a full year of cutting edge, "think" pieces sure to motivate Christians to action.
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(Winner of a Christianity Today 2005 Book Award! A 2005 Go...)
Winner of a Christianity Today 2005 Book Award! A 2005 Gold Medallion finalist. Is it science? Is it religion? What exactly is the Design Revolution? Today scientists, mathematicians and philosophers in the intelligent design movement are challenging a certain view of science--one that limits its investigations and procedures to purely law-like and mechanical explanations. They charge that there is no scientific reason to exclude the consideration of intelligence, agency and purpose from truly scientific research. In fact, they say, the practice of science often does already include these factors! As the intelligent design movement has gained momentum, questions have naturally arisen to challenge its provocative claims. In this book William A. Dembski rises to the occasion clearly and concisely answering the most vexing questions posed to the intelligent design program. Writing with nonexperts in mind, Dembski responds to more than sixty questions asked by experts and nonexperts alike who have attended his many public lectures, as well as objections raised in written reviews. The Design Revolution has begun. Its success depends on how well it answers the questions of its detractors. Read this book and you'll have a good idea of the prospects and challenges facing this revolution in scientific thinking.
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( In his magnificent classic, Chuck Colson shakes the chu...)
In his magnificent classic, Chuck Colson shakes the church from its complacency with a penetrating look at the cost of being Christian. For those who have wondered whether there isn’t more to Christianity than what they have known—and for those who have never considered the question—Loving God points the way to faith’s cutting edge. Here is a compelling, probing look at the cost of discipleship and the meaning of the first and greatest commandment—one that will strum a deeper, truer chord within even as it strips away the trappings of shallow, cultural Christianity. “Looking for the complete volume on Christian living? This is it. And the title sums it up. If you desire life deep, rich, and meaningful, then it is simply Loving God.” Joni Eareckson Tada President, Joni and Friends
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Colson, Charles Wendell was born on October 16, 1931 in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Son of Wendell Ball and Inez (Ducrow) Colson.
AB, Brown University, 1953. Juris Doctor with honors, George Washington University, 1959. Doctor of Divinity, Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, 1997.
Doctor of Laws (honorary), Wheaton College, 1982. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Houghton College, 1983. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Eastern College, 1983.
Doctor of Laws (honorary), Anderson College, 1984. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Taylor University, 1985. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Geneva College, 1987.
Doctor of Laws (honorary), John Brown University, 1988. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Palm Beach Atlantic College, 1989. Doctor of Laws (honorary), LeTourneau University, 1990.
Doctor of Laws (honorary), King College, 1995. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Dallas Baptist, 1998. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Union University, Tennessee, 2001.
Private practice, Washington, 1961-1969. Assistant to assistant secretary Department Navy, 1955-1956. Administrative assistant to Senator Leverett Saltonstall United States Senate, 1956-1961.
Senior partner Gadsby & Hannah, 1961-1969. Special counsel to President The White House, 1969-1972. Partner Colson & Shapiro, Washington, 1973-1974.
Associate Fellowship House, 1975-1976. Founder Prison Fellowship Ministries, since 1976.
(Charles Colson tackles five major myths that are prevalen...)
(Using sound biblical truth and concise examples of indivi...)
(This expanded edition includes a new introduction and epi...)
( In this 1993 ECPA Book of the Year, Colson sounds a cla...)
( In his first book of daily readings, Charles Colson sha...)
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(Ten years ago when Charles Colson's top-selling Against t...)
(Ten years ago when Charles Colson's top-selling Against t...)
( In his magnificent classic, Chuck Colson shakes the chu...)
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( Charles Colson never pulls punches in confronting the m...)
(Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christia...)
( Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christ...)
(Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christia...)
( Rightly understood and rightly communicated, the Christ...)
(Winner of a Christianity Today 2005 Book Award! A 2005 Go...)
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(Our society is experiencing a profound crisis of characte...)
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Campaign manager Saltonstall campaign, 1960. Captain United States Marine Corps Reserve, Korea, 1953-1955. Member Order of Coif, Beta Theta Pi.
Married Nancy Billings, June 3, 1953 (divorced 1964). Children: Wendell Ball II, Christian Billings, Emily Ann. Married Patricia Ann Hughes, April 4, 1964.