Introduction. The art of Christian excellence
New Testament foundations. Co-optation into the work of God : Paul and his school ; Authoritative teaching : the Sermon on the Mount
Patristic voices. Defeating the fear of death : Athanasius of Alexandria ; Drinking in the majesty and grace of God : Basil of Caesarea ; Dwelling in the dignity of God : Augustine of Hippo
Medieval piety. Learning the cross of Christ : Anselm of Canterbury ; Learning love and justice : St. Thomas and Dame Julian
Sixteenth-century reform. "By the renewing of your minds" : John Calvin
Conclusion. Sapiential theology.
