Improvisation: The Drama of Christian Ethics

by Samuel Wells, Wesley Vander Lugt (Afterword), Benjamin Wayman (Afterword)

Overview

This introductory textbook establishes theatrical improvisation as a model for Christian ethics, helping Christians embody their faith in the practices of discipleship. Clearly, accessibly, and creatively written, it has been well received as a text for courses in Christian ethics. The repackaged edition has updated language and recent relevant resources, and it includes a new afterword by Wesley Vander Lugt and Benjamin D. Wayman that explores the reception and ongoing significance of the text.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781493415953
Publisher:	Baker Publishing Group
Publication date:	10/30/2018
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	256
File size:	5 MB

About the Author

Samuel Wells (PhD, University of Durham) is vicar of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Anglican Church at Trafalgar Square in London and visiting professor of Christian ethics at King's College. He previously taught at Duke University. Wells is the author or coauthor of numerous books, including Be Not Afraid.

Table of Contents

	Preface	9
	Introduction	11
Part 1	Plowing
1.	Ethics as Theology	23
2.	Theology as Narrative	33
3.	Narrative as Drama	45
4.	Drama as Improvisation	59
Part 2	Planting
5.	Forming Habits	73
6.	Assessing Status	87
7.	Accepting and Blocking	103
8.	Questioning Givens	115
9.	Incorporating Gifts	127
10.	Reincorporating the Lost	143
Part 3	Reaping
11.	A Threatening Offer: Human Evil	157
12.	A Threatening Offer: Flawed Creation	169
13.	A Promising Offer: Perfectible Bodies	185
14.	A Promising Offer: Unlimited Food	201
	Epilogue	213
	Notes	221