True Feelings

True Feelings: Perspectives on emotions in Christian life and ministry, Volume 1, examines the complex role of emotions within the framework of religion and Christian theology. This volume addresses the tension between the celebration and dismissal of feelings in Western civilization and contemporary Christianity. It explores whether emotions should be trusted, suppressed, or indulged, while analyzing the theological implications of divine passions and the nature of the triune God.

The text provides a comprehensive look at theological anthropology and the emotional life of Jesus. It further investigates the work of the Spirit in perfecting human emotions and the impact of preaching the Gospels. Additional sections focus on the role of emotions in corporate worship, specifically regarding the influence of music and singing. This scholarly work offers diverse perspectives on how feelings intersect with faith and ministry.