A Graceful Embrace Theological Reflections on Adopting Children 1st Edition by John Swinton, Brian Brock ISBN 9004352902 9789004352896

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ISBN 10: 9004352902
ISBN 13: 9789004352896
Author: John Swinton, Brian Brock

A Graceful Embrace Theological Reflections on Adopting Children 1st Edition Table of contents:

Chapter 1: Adoption as a Theological Theme

• 1.1 Adoption in Scripture: Old and New Testament Insights
• 1.2 God as Father: The Adoption of Believers into God’s Family
• 1.3 The Concept of “Spiritual Adoption” in Christian Theology
• 1.4 Adoption as a Metaphor for Redemption and Grace
• 1.5 Theological Models of Family and Belonging

Chapter 2: A Theology of the Child

• 2.1 The Child as Gift: Theological Understanding of Children
• 2.2 Children and the Kingdom of God: What Jesus Teaches Us About Children
• 2.3 The Dignity of the Child: Affirming the Full Humanity of Adopted Children
• 2.4 The Child in the Image of God: Implications for Adoption

Chapter 3: Theological Reflections on the Act of Adoption

• 3.1 The Act of Adopting: A Reflection of Divine Love and Sacrifice
• 3.2 Sacrificial Love: The Role of Parents in the Adoption Process
• 3.3 Adoption as an Act of Hospitality and Welcome
• 3.4 The Cost of Adoption: Moral and Theological Reflections on the Sacrifices Involved
• 3.5 Adoption as Redemption: Theological Parallels with Christ’s Sacrifice

Chapter 4: The Church and Adoption

• 4.1 The Church as the Family of God: Embracing the Spirit of Adoption
• 4.2 The Role of the Church in Supporting Adoptive Families
• 4.3 A Call for Church Communities to Reflect God’s Love for the Orphan
• 4.4 Adoption in the Life of the Church: Sacramental and Liturgical Practices
• 4.5 Church Resources and Advocacy for Children in Need

Chapter 5: Adoption and the Problem of Suffering

• 5.1 The Pain of Separation: How Adoption Addresses Human Brokenness
• 5.2 Embracing Loss and Healing: The Role of Suffering in Adoption
• 5.3 The Theology of Redemption and the Healing of Trauma
• 5.4 Theological Reflections on Rejection, Abandonment, and Love
• 5.5 Hope Beyond Loss: The Transformative Power of God’s Love in Adoption

Chapter 6: The Ethical Dimensions of Adoption

• 6.1 Ethical Considerations: Why Adoption is a Moral Imperative
• 6.2 The Ethics of Adoption: Navigating Cultural, Social, and Economic Realities
• 6.3 Adoption in the Context of Justice: Addressing the Needs of Vulnerable Children
• 6.4 Theological and Ethical Concerns in Domestic vs. International Adoption
• 6.5 Ensuring Ethical Practices in Adoption Agencies and Institutions

Chapter 7: Identity and Belonging in Adoption

• 7.1 The Search for Identity: How Adoption Shapes the Lives of Children and Families
• 7.2 Theological Reflections on Adoption and Personal Identity
• 7.3 Being Adopted in Christ: A Reflection on Belonging and the Christian Family
• 7.4 Transracial Adoption: Addressing Race, Culture, and Identity
• 7.5 Healing and Wholeness in the Journey of Adoptive Families

Chapter 8: The Psychological and Emotional Journey of Adoption

• 8.1 The Impact of Adoption on the Adopted Child’s Psyche
• 8.2 Navigating Attachment and Bonding in the Early Stages of Adoption
• 8.3 The Challenges and Blessings of Parenting Adopted Children
• 8.4 A Theological Approach to Attachment Theory and Emotional Healing
• 8.5 Integrating Faith, Family, and Therapy in the Adoption Process

Chapter 9: Adoption as a Living Metaphor for Christian Life

• 9.1 Adoption and the Christian’s Call to Hospitality and Welcome
• 9.2 The Adoption Metaphor and the Christian Life: Our Relationship with God
• 9.3 The Church as a Place of Adoption: A Refuge for the Marginalized
• 9.4 A Transformative Vision of Adoption: Modeling Christian Virtues
• 9.5 Adoption and the New Creation: Theological Implications for the Future of Families

Chapter 10: Moving Forward in Faith and Practice

• 10.1 Theological Reflection in Action: How Do We Live Out Adoption?
• 10.2 Embracing Adoption as a Pathway for All Believers
• 10.3 Building Supportive Communities for Adoptive Families
• 10.4 The Long-Term Journey of Parenting and Faith in Adoption
• 10.5 A Vision of Hope: Moving Forward with the Grace of Adoption

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