Jesus and Personality Theory: Exploring the Five-Factor Model
In recent years researchers in human personality have come to a rarely achieved near unanimous conclusion: human personality is structured around a very few major traits, probably five in number. These factors, sometimes called the Big Five and represented by the acronym OCEAN, are
Openness to experienceConscientiousnessExtroversionAgreeablenessNeuroticismHow does this Five-Factor Model fit with a Christian understanding of human nature? How does it compare or contrast with the way Jesus lived, taught and counseled? James Beck looks at prominent themes in the teaching and ministry of Jesus and how they relate to the five personality factors. Here is a study of the Christian implications of the new model--a study that will offer fresh insights for students, pastors and therapists alike.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0830819258
ISBN13:9780830819256
Release Date:January 1999
Publisher:IVP Academic
Length:276 Pages
Weight:0.74 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 5.5" x 8.3"
Customer Reviews
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Seminary Prof Recommended
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
A prof at seminary, DTS / evangelical recommended this book in intro to counseling. The author is from Denver Seminary which has a good evangelical reputation.
Excellent book, a must read to help understand oneself
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
This book has helped change my life for the better. It has a balanced mix of personality studies and findings with Christian theology, and practical living. It is a must read for evry christian especially those minitering to others. Well done Dr Beck!
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