Jon Del Arroz’s new book, The Wages of Sin, releases August 20, following up Churchianity, which hit #1 in Amazon’s religious philosophy category last year.
I'd say my newsletter but I always forget to announce physical versions lol. The hard truth is the ebooks outsell physical books like 20-30:1 even though I get a lot of comments asking for physical.
I'll pick up a copy (I much prefer physical books, so I'll wait for that). The Orthodox have a similar moment to the confiteor in the liturgy, which is one of my favorite moments every Sunday:
"I believe, O Lord, and I confess that Thou art truly the Christ, the Son of the Living God, Who came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am first. I believe also that this is truly Thine own pure Body, and that this is truly Thine own precious Blood. Therefore I pray Thee: have mercy upon me and forgive my transgressions both voluntary and involuntary, of word and of deed, of knowledge and of ignorance. And make me worthy to partake without condemnation of Thy most pure Mysteries, for the remission of my sins, and unto life everlasting. Amen.
"Of Thy Mystical Supper, O Son of God, accept me today as a communicant; for I will not speak of Thy Mystery to Thine enemies, neither like Judas will I give Thee a kiss; but like the thief will I confess Thee: Remember me, O Lord in Thy Kingdom.
"May the communion of Thy Holy Mysteries be neither to my judgment, nor to my condemnation, O Lord, but to the healing of soul and body. Amen.
Can't wait for the paperback edition. Will look nice on the shelf next to Churchianity and The Kurgan's "Believe". Any timeframe on when we can expect a paperback release, Jon?
Oops, disregard, Jon. Just read your reply from earlier to Mark Taylor. Looking forward to that release. I guess the e-book and audio file will tide us over until then.
Mk 3:28 sq.: Verily I say unto you, All sins shall be forgiven unto the sons of men, and blasphemies wherewith soever they shall blaspheme: But he that shall blaspheme against the Holy Ghost hath never forgiveness, but is in danger of eternal damnation.
I have recently started OCIA, coming from a Baptist background though my upbringing was in mostly secular households.
When it was released, I picked up Churchanity for myself in physical, Kindle, and another physical copy for my Baptist church library. TBH it felt like it had a pretty judgey tone, but I suppose that was the point - show where people who profess faith are only going through the motions.
I suppose Churchians, who go to church on Christmas and Easter then forget, are one category but the book felt like it was targeting people who generally feel engaged with their faith. For example: watching live streams of services rather than going to the building comes up early in the book. Technically engaging in the faith but not gaining the advantages of fellowship.
That said, people are allowed to worship in their own way and every single person's relationship to Christ is their own.
I hope this one is a little more approachable. In most cases I expect you are preaching to the choir when it comes to the topics you hit on. We've already got Popes down to Deacons, we don't need another telling us who/what/when/where/how. Or maybe we do, and that is - again - the point.
John 8:11 ... And Jesus said unto her, Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more.”
Far too many embrace the first half and ignore the second.
How do we get notified when a physical version is released?
I'd say my newsletter but I always forget to announce physical versions lol. The hard truth is the ebooks outsell physical books like 20-30:1 even though I get a lot of comments asking for physical.
Some of us Old School types still prefer print. Please let us know.
Losing the vocabulary of sin made explaining virtue exponentially more difficult.
"First they come for our words"
I use "the entropy of human nature" when talking about the consequences of missing the mark.
I'll pick up a copy (I much prefer physical books, so I'll wait for that). The Orthodox have a similar moment to the confiteor in the liturgy, which is one of my favorite moments every Sunday:
"I believe, O Lord, and I confess that Thou art truly the Christ, the Son of the Living God, Who came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am first. I believe also that this is truly Thine own pure Body, and that this is truly Thine own precious Blood. Therefore I pray Thee: have mercy upon me and forgive my transgressions both voluntary and involuntary, of word and of deed, of knowledge and of ignorance. And make me worthy to partake without condemnation of Thy most pure Mysteries, for the remission of my sins, and unto life everlasting. Amen.
"Of Thy Mystical Supper, O Son of God, accept me today as a communicant; for I will not speak of Thy Mystery to Thine enemies, neither like Judas will I give Thee a kiss; but like the thief will I confess Thee: Remember me, O Lord in Thy Kingdom.
"May the communion of Thy Holy Mysteries be neither to my judgment, nor to my condemnation, O Lord, but to the healing of soul and body. Amen.
Bought it! Keep up the good work, JDA!
Got it - look forward to reading it.
When will a physical edition be available?
Soon! I just gotta format it.
Well, Catholicism is a cult so……
Can't wait for the paperback edition. Will look nice on the shelf next to Churchianity and The Kurgan's "Believe". Any timeframe on when we can expect a paperback release, Jon?
I just have to find time to format things....
Fair enough, Brother. Thanks for all the good content. You have been a busy man. Godspeed, Jon!
Oops, disregard, Jon. Just read your reply from earlier to Mark Taylor. Looking forward to that release. I guess the e-book and audio file will tide us over until then.
really looking forward to reading this. Thanks!
Mk 3:28 sq.: Verily I say unto you, All sins shall be forgiven unto the sons of men, and blasphemies wherewith soever they shall blaspheme: But he that shall blaspheme against the Holy Ghost hath never forgiveness, but is in danger of eternal damnation.
I have recently started OCIA, coming from a Baptist background though my upbringing was in mostly secular households.
When it was released, I picked up Churchanity for myself in physical, Kindle, and another physical copy for my Baptist church library. TBH it felt like it had a pretty judgey tone, but I suppose that was the point - show where people who profess faith are only going through the motions.
I suppose Churchians, who go to church on Christmas and Easter then forget, are one category but the book felt like it was targeting people who generally feel engaged with their faith. For example: watching live streams of services rather than going to the building comes up early in the book. Technically engaging in the faith but not gaining the advantages of fellowship.
That said, people are allowed to worship in their own way and every single person's relationship to Christ is their own.
I hope this one is a little more approachable. In most cases I expect you are preaching to the choir when it comes to the topics you hit on. We've already got Popes down to Deacons, we don't need another telling us who/what/when/where/how. Or maybe we do, and that is - again - the point.
God mostly sent us actual hard-core prophets to *remind us* what we ought to be doing since the dawn of recorded history.
So, yep. Going to give this one a shot.