Friday, October 22, 2010

Faith and Fiction Saturday: Who Would You Add to the Bible?

Faith and Fiction Saturday is a weekly discussion about the intersection of faith and fiction. Participate by leaving a comment or writing a post on your own blog.

Okay so the title is more controversial than my actual subject today! In case you don't know, along with all the other Narnia themed books sure to hit the shelves with the release of the Dawn Treader movie, is a C.S. Lewis Bible.

Here's the product description:

C.S. Lewis was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably the most thought provoking and influential Christian writer of his day. For over forty years, generations of readers have found insight and inspiration from his uniquely articulate view of God's interaction in the world and in our lives. The C.S. Lewis Bible is one of the most anticipated Bibles of our time. This NRSV Bible provides readings comprised of selections from Lewis's celebrated spiritual classics, a collection that includes Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Problem of Pain, Miracles, A Grief Observed, The Weight of Glory and The Abolition of Man, as well as letters, poetry, and Lewis's less-familiar works. Each reading, paired alongside relevant passages in the Bible, offers C.S. Lewis as a companion to a reader's daily meditation of scripture. As people engage in their devotional Bible reading, they will also gain insight from his writings and spiritual journey as they invite Lewis into their spiritual discipline. Key features of this Bible include: - New Revised Standard Version text - the most trusted, accepted, and accurate translation of the Bible on the market - Over 400 selections from C.S. Lewis for contemplation and devotional reading - Introductory essays on C.S. Lewis's view of scripture - Attractive two-color interior (brown/black) - Double-column format, in a readable, classic design - Presentation page for gift-giving


So I was thinking about this. I enjoy C.S. Lewis, a lot actually, but not nearly as much as it seems a lot of other Christians do. So I was wondering what sort of Bible I'd enjoy of another writer. Frederick Buechner? Beth Moore? A.W. Tozer? Henri Nouwen?

How about you? Is there someone so meaningful to you you'd like to have a book like this made for your reading and studying enjoyment?


Amy

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Wow, this is a tough one. I would probably spring for bibles including G.K Chesterton, Henri Nouwen, Benedict of Nursia, and Mother Teresa. All of those have amazing writings to draw upon.
Hmm, well I do think I'd enjoy a Beth Moore Bible or a A.W. Tozer Bible. I think a W.Phillip Keller Bible or Kay Arthur would be interesting, too.

I haven't even heard of Henri Nouwen, but since two people have mentioned him, I'll have to look him up.
No one. At what point does it change from the inspired word of God to the inspired word of CS Lewis or your favorite theologian. I guess it comes down to discernment and those of us young in our faith might not be so good at that..
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When I bought my first study Bible it seemed their interpretation of a particular verse became my interpretation of that verse. When I bought me second study Bible, it seemed that they did not always have the same interpretation for some of the verses. It has taken me a long time to learn that I need to take in more then one view about a particular veers and trust that God will help me understand what He is saying to me.
I understand what you're saying Thomas, I hope you realize my title was an attention grabber and the heart of the question is really what teachers have impacted you or inspired you in a deep level in your faith. I'm not really advocating we ADD anyone to the Bible. And I totally agree with you that it's important to listen to a wide variety of voices about the Bible. Completely, utterly, and totally.
I guess that I screwed that one up. At times my mind becomes one track mind and I totally miss what is being said. The Jeffersonian Bible kept on running through my mind while reading it. I still have not figured out why I thought of that though.

The person who probably has inspired me or better yet challenged me the most is not a normal author or theologian. It is Shaun Groves. His blog post have caused me to stop and examine what God is really saying at times.

As great as a study Bible the CS Lewis Bible would be the thought of a Joe Osteen Bible scares me.

Thomas
I just found out Kay Arthur does have a study Bible out! ("Inductive Study Bible"). No, I'm not actually going to buy it. I'm content with my "Hebrew-Greek Key Word Study Bible." Which Beth Moore recommends. Hmm, so maybe I do have a "Beth Moore" study Bible after all. ;)
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