Desiring the Kingdom: Worship, Worldview, and Cultural Formation

Malls, stadiums, and universities are actually liturgical structures that influence and shape our thoughts and affections. Humans--as Augustine noted--are "desiring agents," full of longings and passions; in brief, we are what we love.

James K. A. Smith focuses on the themes of liturgy and desire in Desiring the Kingdom, the first book in what will be a three-volume set on the theology of culture. He redirects our yearnings to focus on the greatest good: God. Ultimately, Smith seeks to re-vision education through the process and practice of worship. Students of philosophy, theology, worldview, and culture will welcome Desiring the Kingdom, as will those involved in ministry and other interested readers.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Baker Academic
Published: 08/01/2009
ISBN: 9780801035777
Pages: 240
Weight: 0.74lbs
Size: 9.04h x 6.02w x 0.73d
Award: Christianity Today Book Award - Winner

Review Citations: Christianity Today 08/01/2009 pg. 55
Christian Century 12/15/2009 pg. 24
Choice 01/01/2010
Books & Culture 12/27/2011 pg. 8
Christianity Today 10/01/2013 pg. 68