Living in Grace

Claire Disbrey

From: The Reader - Autumn 2007

The emphasis of this book is on morality for the present rather than on adherence to an established code or on anticipating the consequences of one’s actions. The virtues considered include honesty, generosity, courage, wisdom, love and peace. For a Christian these are the works of the Spirit. A central part of this book is a series of stories which illustrate how biblical material can contribute to the guidance needed to deal with some of the ethical dilemmas which may confront us. These include second marriage, suicide, abortion, taking part in demonstrations, and using a legacy. The author finally considers the impact of ethics on law making. This is a stimulating book which provides material for the consideration of a variety of ethical issues which confront us.

Reviewed by George Macknelly

From: Woman Alive – June 07

This book seeks to offer a way of dealing with difficult ethical issues by looking at fictitious people in real, complex life situations from divorce to abortion, suicide to war. Claire introduces the concept of ‘virtue ethics’, and shows how the teachings of both Jesus and Paul can help us through hard personal decisions and painful ethical dilemmas.

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