This contemporary theological meditation begins with a brilliant survey of the state of spirituality and theology on this the eve of a new millennium. Dr. Cousins the proceeds to evaluate our present religious condition in a global and historical context. He reflects on the importance of retrieving tradition, how spirituality is the source of theology, and suggests a mystical approach to cross-cultural understanding. He describes a fourfold interpretation of all sacred texts, and presents the universal spiritual path which lies at the core of all religious traditions and which he insists is now perfectly appropriate to our emerging future spiritual needs.
This is indeed groundbreaking theology, but one does not need to be a theologian to be inspired and challenged by the vision Dr. Cousins proposes. It boldly addresses the issue of Christianity’s relevance to the modern world, and stands as a challenge-to both the Christian community and the global society-to creatively and wholeheartedly embrace the future.