In the Fray

The collection showcases David Gushee's influential essays addressing ethical conflicts within Christian public ethics over two decades. Key topics include torture, climate change, marriage, LGBTQ+ treatment, and global poverty, with a particular focus on the Nazi era and the church's response to its moral challenges. Gushee advocates for a church that resists racism, militarism, and nationalism, emphasizing the need for discernment and courage in faith. The volume concludes with reflections on his ethical vision by esteemed ethicist Glen Harold Stassen.