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A New Christianity for a New World: Why Traditional Faith is Dying & How a New Faith is Being Born
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At a glance, A New Christianity for a New World: Why Traditional Faith is Dying & How a New Faith is Being Born by John Shelby Spong comes across as a spiritually oriented read meant for reflection more than speed. The edition details point to 2002 • Harpercollins • 304 pages, which helps set expectations before you buy.
Edition on file: 2002 • Harpercollins • 304 pages • ISBN 9780060670634.
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Worth a look if you want a reflective read rather than something driven by urgency or hype.
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Balanced Moderate time
Balanced commitment. This looks substantial enough to matter without becoming a slog.
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The clearest standout is the contemplative tone. This feels more like a book for reflection than for speed.
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A steadier reading pace will likely suit this better than trying to sprint it.
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This looks built around a reflective pace and a tone shaped more by contemplation than urgency. Overall, it looks like a mid-length read that should balance momentum with detail.
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