The quest for orthodox faith in the age of false religion brookline, ma. Roosevelt road, westchester, il 60153, 1981, first printing 1982. Addicted to mediocrity by franky schaeffer, 1981, cornerstone books edition, in english. Some of the scenes are disturbing but the love they have for each other will kinda make you feel jealous. And in fifty days, they will have read fifty scriptures and been challenged to go deeper in their relationship. Frank schaeffer born august 3, 1952 is an american author, film director, screenwriter, and public speaker. Unfortunately it is no longer in print, which is normal for books that state things that need airing. Franky schaeffers addicted to mediocrity raises a lot of interesting points but, mostly, fails to explore them. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or. He was going by the more diminutive franky then, signifying, maybe, how.
Ive always been intrigued by video games, and ive spent far too many hours playing the battlefield series cod is for chumps. If more than half of the following apply to you, then the answer is yes. Contemporary christians and the arts, explores and attacks the currently low view with which most, who hold to christianity, still look upon the arts. She was more than addicted to books, as she would even read while walking. Frank schaeffer a study of how christians have sacrificed the artistic prominence they enjoyed for centuries and settled instead for marginal and uninspiring works, including trinkets, tee shirts, and bumper. Goodness, truth and beauty, as the great triad of virtues, are so much more demanding, not simply to create, but. Franky schaeffer lambastes the 20th century churchs lack of regard for the arts and addiction to mediocrity. The book doesnt show up on his official website anymore, nor do any of the books he wrote for crossway during the evangelical stage of his life. Volume 10 number 2 special arts issue article 9 december 1981 addicted to mediocrity.
Twentieth century christians and the arts by frank schaeffer. Top 10 productivity books you must read to prepare yourself for success. But do you think you have what it takes to be truly addicted to books. Schaeffer makes a strong case against christian art, which is mired in mediocrity. Written back in 1980, schaeffers criticisms of modern christianitys interaction with the arts are still legitimate today. Schaeffer contends that 20th century christians are by and large addicted to mediocrity in the arts chiefly because. The timeless art of turning trials into triumph by rya. He wrote more than twenty books on christianity and culture, which have been translated into a score of languages and sold mil. Are you addicted to mediocrity and absorber activities. Crossway books, a division of good news publishers, 9825 w. This week im reading franky schaeffers addicted to mediocrity. This is the first bl novel that i read in one sitting. With a plethora of great points and amazing lessons to learn, read on my friends and youll see why it may.
In this provocative book, franky schaeffer shows how christians today have sacrificed the artistic prominence they enjoyed for centuries and settled instead. In this provocative book, franky schaeffer shows how christi. But i also manage to work out, read a book every few weeks, write blog posts, books, date multiple women and run a small. Franky schaeffer in this provocative book, franky schaeffer shows how christians today have sacrificed the artistic prominence they enjoyed for centuries and settled instead for mediocrity. Contemporary christians and the arts by frank schaeffer. There are two raging rivers, culturally speaking, that converge to form the lazy river of mediocrity. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. You always check out the max amount of books you can at the library and get annoyed when someone asks you if youll actually be able to read all of those by the due date. Download addicted to mediocrity audiobook by franky. In this provocative book, franky schaeffer shows how christians today have sacrificed the artistic prominence they enjoyed for centuries and settled instead for mediocrity. The most important concept when discussing the book addicted to mediocrity, the most important thing that can be drawn from the book as a christian artist in my opinion, is our need to decompartmentalize our lives. The mediocrity principle is the philosophical notion that if an item is drawn at random from one of several sets or categories, its likelier to come from the most numerous category than from any one of the less numerous categories. Im only about halfway through the book but ive come across many passages i wanted to share with you.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Listen to addicted to mediocrity by franky schaeffer at. Does it make sense to thank someone for something they may have disowned. Addicted to mediocrity audiobook by franky schaeffer. Today, i read books and most everything else on my phone. The principle has been taken to suggest that there is nothing very unusual about the evolution of the solar system, earths history, the evolution of biological. Contemporary christians and the arts by franky schaeffer, francis a. We are flooded with christian doodads, trinkets, tshirts, bumper stickers, etc. Listen to addicted to mediocrity audiobook by franky schaeffer.
A lot has happened since frank schaeffer published addicted to mediocrity thirty years ago. Our children have experienced the same in their worlds. Addicted to mediocrity audiobook, written by francis a. Give up the rat race, accept reality and have the courage to be disliked the latest selfhelp trend is not about selfreinvention but finding. Addicted to ebooks is a website showcasing low cost ebooks for kindle, nook, ipad and more. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you. Choose to excuse mediocrity and learn from these products rated as the best. The first step is admitting you have a problem, and i admit i have an addiction to reading. He became a hollywood film director and author, writing several internationally acclaimed novels depicting life in a strict evangelical household including portofino, zermatt, and saving grandma. I have been surrounded by mediocrity, compromise and substandard christians in several public arenas and personal situations lately. The following article is by a highly interesting author by the name of james altucher, who outlines the 7 habits of highly effective mediocre people. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form.
This book by frankie son of francis schaffer isnt a new one, and it isnt new to me. If youre reading this, then chances are you surpass the level of casual reader. The greatest tragedy on earth is that people do not honor this. What other book might you compare addicted to mediocrity to and why. Schaeffer has made his point far better in other works like crazy for god and patience with god. Addicted to mediocritys main premises revolve around the banality of modern christian arts which seem to follow manmade values and evidently neglect the inherent purposes of art appreciation and creativity god has blessed us with. This sad state of affairs is evidenced by the kind of cheap kitsch that represents christianity today.
Addicted to mediocrity contemporary christians and the arts by francis a. The evidence for this sad state of affairs abounds. Frank then franky wrote a few solid if acerbic books during this time, such as addicted to mediocrity wheaton, il. Which character as performed by nick bernard was your favorite. Tessa dare is one the most currently successful authors in the field of historical romance novels. Schaeffer shows how christians who care can begin to reverse the slide toward mediocrity.
Frank schaeffer, back when he was still franky and not so abrasively opposed to evangelical culture, wrote a book about this called addicted to mediocrity. Download or stream addicted to mediocrity by franky schaeffer. The 48 laws of power by robert greene, the obstacle is the way. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. We represent a great god who is over all and whose majesty is beyond all comparison. In this provocative book, franky schaeffer shows how christians today have sacrificed the cultural prominence they enjoyed for so many centuries, settling instead for mediocrity. He is the son of the late theologian and author francis schaeffer.
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