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The Superpowers and the Glory
A Viewer's Guide to the Theology of Superhero Movies
by Joe George
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Christians love superhero movies, just like everybody else.
But should they? How do the themes in the world’s most popular movies relate to Christ’s teachings? How do believers reconcile superhero violence with Jesus’s message of peace? How does the Sermon on the Mount relate to superhero power fantasies?
The Superpowers and the Glory helps readers answer those questions by teaching them how to identify the themes in superhero movies and examine them through Christian theology. With deep dives into nearly every superhero movie ever released, the book trains readers in understanding the worldviews behind movies such as Iron Man, Spider-Man, and Wonder Woman. Each chapter includes discussion questions, perfect for small groups, Sunday school classes, or personal inquiry.
From Marvel hits like Black Panther and The Avengers to DC blockbusters Batman and Justice League to indie characters Hellboy and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Superpowers and the Glory is an easy-to-read guide to using superhero movies to strengthen your relationship with Christ.
About the Author:
Joe George is a pop culture writer and member of the North Carolina Film Critics Association, whose work has appeared in outlets such as Slate, SyFy Wire, and Polygon. He is a regular contributor to outlets such as Tor.com, Think Christian, Den of Geek, Plough Quarterly, Faithfully Magazine, and Living Lutheran. He holds a PhD in English and is a lecturer in the English Department at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Press Reviews:
"The Superpowers and the Glory uses the modern-day mythology of superheroes to help readers process diverse theological concepts and connect to biblical truth in an exciting, accessible way. If you're looking for a new way to enjoy these films or want to dip your toes into big ideas about faith, this is your book!"
--Abby Olcese, columnist, Sojourners magazine
"I'm so grateful to have The Superpowers and the Glory. With his signature wit and insight, George takes us deep into the mythologies of these latter-day titans, weaving in sharp theological insight to put into words why we loved these caped (and less-caped) crusaders so much. This book is a real labor of love that is a blast to read and will enrich anyone with ears to hear what the Spirit is saying to the churches."
--JR. Forasteros, teaching pastor, Catalyst Church
"No mere catalogue of superheroic Christ figures, The Superpowers and the Glory brings historical context, careful criticism, astute theology, and a pertinent application of Scripture to a genre that has come to dominate our pop culture landscape. You'll come away from Joe George's book nerdier, in the best way possible."
--Josh Larsen, author of Movies Are Prayers
See the publisher website: Cascade Books
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