Respectful, readable and scholarly textbook covering Mormon theology
Biblical, historical and philosophical essays that appeal to both Christians and Mormons
The New Mormon ChallengeBy Francis J. Beckwith, Carl Mosser, Paul Owen, General Editors Zondervan 2002 544 pages
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The editors and contributors of this book, all scholars, have accomplished the difficult task of faithfully and accurately deconstructing Mormonisms tenets.
Unlike many such books which typically adopt an elitist and disrespectful tone when dealing with cults or fringe religions, this scholarly text is a formidableand generally successfultool that refutes the beliefs of Mormonism and uses an even-handed approach free of diatribe and sensationalism.
The editors accomplish this by dividing the book into four parts: Mormonisms appeal, growth and challenges; the Mormon worldview; Mormonism and Christianity; and the Book of Mormon.
To spur more reader research, extensive indices and a glossary accompany the insightful essays.
Undeniably the most epidemic of all the alternative religious movements launched in the last 250 years, Mormonism in little more than a century and a half has grown from six members at its founding in 1830 to now more than 11 million devotees, many with successful leadership positions in their communities. With this tool Christians can share the gospel compassionately with their Mormon friends.