Africa is a continent of striking contrasts, with remarkable diversity
and beauty of landscape and peoples. At present, it is a region where
the Christian faith shows unprecedented growth and vitality. Yet it is
also a place of unparalleled suffering. African believers must grapple
with the awesome transformation presence of Christ and the frequently
devastating conditions in which he appears. Their efforts to reconcile
this seeming incongruity have initiated important theological
discussions that have resonated around the globe. This book provides an
ideal introduction to the wealth of African theologies and the major
questions they raise. Topics range from biblical interpretation to
spirituality and ethics, from Pentecostalism and African Instituted
Churches to evil and suffering, from feminist theory to Christian
identity and ethnicity. The broad range of reflections includes seminal
essays by prominent theologians as well as new material written
specifically for this volume. All the contributions have been shaped to
be accessible at an introductory level. Study questions at the end of
each chapter are designed to stimulate original thought to allow the
reader to reflect personally on contemporary ideas and participate in
discussion.
