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nuna demi.grow stroller Nuna DEMI Next + Rider Board Stroller CaviarNuna DEMI Next Double Stroller + PIPA Aire PIPA RX PIPA Aire RX + Bassinet + Rider Board Travel System The innovative and stylish Nuna DEMI Next is a convertible stroller that offers a multitude of configurations to accommodate the diverse needs of growing families. With clever compatibility and unsurpassed product quality and functionality, Nuna has designed multiple products that can be bundled to create flexible travel systems as your family's
Nuna® DEMI™ Next Double Stroller + PIPA Aire/PIPA RX/PIPA Aire RX + Bassinet + Rider Board Travel System
The innovative and stylish Nuna DEMI Next is a convertible stroller that offers a multitude of configurations to accommodate the diverse needs of growing families. With clever compatibility and unsurpassed product quality and functionality, Nuna has designed multiple products that can be bundled to create flexible travel systems as your family's needs change. This Nuna Travel System Bundle is perfect when strolling with two little passengers and includes the multifunctional Nuna DEMI Next stroller, your choice of either the Nuna PIPA Aire, the Nuna PIPA RX or the Nuna PIPA Aire RX premium Infant Car Seat, and an additional sibling seat that transforms the DEMI Next into a comfy ride for two. This next-generation premium stroller bundle also comes with an included Rider Board accessory for tag-a-long passengers and the thoughtfully crafted and comfy DEMI Next Bassinet with the accompanying Bassinet Stand for additional convenience.
What’s Included:
- Stroller frame
- Stroller seat
- Additional Sibling seat
- Rider board
- Infant car seat post adapters
- Fenders
- Rain cover
- Nuna PIPA infant car seat of your choice, either the PIPA Aire, PIPA RX or PIPA Aire RX
- DEMI Next ring car seat adapter
- Nuna PIPA Series car seat base (RELX Base for PIPA RX or PIPA Aire RX)
- Car Seat LATCH guides
- GOTS organic cotton infant insert and harness cover set (with PIPA Aire RX only)
- DEMI Next Bassinet
- DEMI Next Bassinet Stand
- Nuna's Manufacturer Warranty from defects: 2 years
Nuna® DEMI™ Next Stroller:
Building upon the tremendous success and popularity of the original DEMI Grow Stroller, the clever folks at Nuna have delivered a new game-changer with the introduction of the innovative, newly-improved Nuna DEMI Next Stroller.
This next-generation premium stroller comes with an included Rider Board accessory for tag-a-long passengers, and is carefully crafted to grow seamlessly along with your family through all of life’s unpredictable possibilities. The DEMI Next is incredibly versatile, allowing you to easily convert from a single stroller to a double or twin, while delivering over 25 different modes of flexible riding possibilities.
With a creative, modular design, the DEMI Next is compatible with all Nuna series infant car seats and can easily be combined with several optional components. The add-on sibling seat quickly transforms the DEMI Next stroller into a comfy ride for two little passengers, while the convenient bassinet allows you to move effortlessly from stand to stroller, while maintaining the ultimate lie-flat comfort for the little one.
Packed with high-end features and loaded with sensible functionality, the Nuna DEMI Next is thoughtfully constructed with style, comfort and convenience in mind. It is the ultimate companion for modern family living, designed to grow with next-level possibilities.
DEMI Next vs. DEMI Grow Comparison:
Nuna has delivered several key improvements for the DEMI Next when comparing it to the first-generation DEMI Grow stroller.
DEMI Next comes with new Rider Board included
The clever new Rider Board creates additional flexibility and travel options for growing families. Included with the purchase of the new DEMI Next Stroller, the Rider Board easily attaches to the stroller and provides a safe riding platform for little passengers up to 50 lbs. With two swivel wheels for easy maneuvering, the Rider Board easily folds with the stroller and can be flipped into the stroller when not in use.
Larger Storage Basket
Making the most of your family journeys can often mean having enough room for all your essential goodies. The DEMI Next more than doubles the underseat basket capacity from 10 lbs. to 22 lbs., providing some serious, next-level space for all your essentials while on the go.
Redesigned Canopy
The updated Aire protect canopy™ now boasts ventilation panels and a full privacy cover all in one product. The built-in, airy mesh privacy drape and ventilation panels in the canopy provide for optimal airflow and sustained comfort.
New 4-Position Recline
Easily adjust the recline with one hand to one of four recline positions available with the DEMI Next. Provide maximum comfort for the little one with an upright backrest angle for comfortable, just-right rides.
New Footrest Design
One-hand adjustable calf support and the new footrest design provides optimal comfort and accommodates growing little ones.
Larger Front Wheels
The front wheel size has been increased by 1 inch to 8.5 inches on the DEMI Next to provide for optimal maneuverability and flexibility. The wide, swivel-lock front wheels are tough, foam-filled and ready for any terrain.
Usage From Birth
Furthering the DEMI Grow usage recommendation, the DEMI Next can be utilized from birth to 50 lbs.
DEMI Next Stroller Modular Options:
With the addition of the included Rider Board, the DEMI Next is arguably the most versatile stroller on the market. With an incredibly flexible and adaptable design, the new DEMI Next can be configured into an amazing 25 possible modular combinations in both single and double modes. The Nuna DEMI Next is also compatible with all Pipa series infant car seats and works seamlessly with the additional DEMI Next Sibling Seat and Bassinet.
Stroller for One Child: Enjoy different strolling modes with the little one depending on the desired activity or mood of your passenger. Utilize the Stroller Seat or your Nuna Pipa series infant car seat in either parent-facing or forward-facing mode, or simply pop on the handy and super comfortable Bassinet, to let baby enjoy a snooze on the go.
Double Stroller for a Toddler and a Newborn: Expecting a new bundle of joy? The DEMI Next is easily transformed from a single to a double stroller to make way for the new little one. Simply add a Sibling Seat and you are ready for adventures with double the fun. You have the flexibility to position the newborn in the upper seat closer to you to provide added attention, while your toddler can stroll comfortably in the lower seat while they gain independence.
Double Stroller for Twin Babies: Preparing for twin bundles of joy? The DEMI Next has you double-covered. Stroll your twins in style with either two Pipa infant car seats or two Bassinets and accommodate both your little passengers comfortably and safely as they grow and their shifting needs change
Tag-a-long with the Rider Board: Create additional flexibility and travel options for your growing family and provide a cool ride for a toddler up to 50 lbs. The Rider Board easily attaches to the back of the stroller and gives a safe platform for your older tag-a-long passenger.
Stylish Color Options:
The Nuna DEMI Next will be available in three stylish color options that are sure to make a statement, whatever your fashion preference:
- Caviar (Black fabrics, black frame, saddle brown leatherette handles)
- Granite (Grey fabrics, black frame, saddle brown leatherette handles)
- Biscotti (Tan fabrics, black frame, dark brown leatherette handles)
Key Features DEMI Next Stroller:
- 25+ modes–convert from a single stroller to a double or twin and use the included rider board or sibling seat accessory (sold separately)
- Super easy to fold, flip the seat, or convert to bassinet or car seat mode
- Four recline positions and an upright backrest angle for just-right rides
- Easily adjust recline with just one hand
- Forward and rear-facing seat options
- One-touch rear-wheel braking system for scuff-free shoe control
- Custom dual suspension™ provides a nice, smooth ride
- Wide, swivel-lock front wheels make it a master of smooth riding motion
- One-hand adjustable calf support and footrest to accommodate growth
- Self-guiding MagneTech secure snap™ buckles automatically lock into place
- Quick-release 3 to 5-point harness makes it easy to fasten them in
- Fenders and built-in hub caps protect from dirt and debris
- Easily removable premium Merino wool insert provides ultra-soft comfort
- Eye-to-eye connection is easier with the elevated seat level
- Rotating and removable armbar fits kids of all sizes
- Water-repellent UPF 50+ Aire protect canopy™ protects from the elements
- Built-in privacy drape and ventilation panels in the canopy for ideal airflow
- All-season seat keeps baby cozy in winter and easily converts to mesh in summer
- Tires are tough, foam-filled, and ready for any terrain
- No-rethread harness makes it easy to adjust for comfort and growth
- Large basket with 22 lb. capacity holds everything you need for the journey
- Adjustable pushbar with luxe leatherette accents to accommodate varying heights
- Included rain cover for when the weather doesn't cooperate
- Compatible with the DEMI next sibling seat and DEMI next bassinet
Key Features DEMI Next Rider Board:
- Creates more riding options for family travels made easy
- Cleverly positions your child between your arms for closeness
- Easily attaches to the stroller's lower seat mounts
- Two swivel wheels for easy maneuvering
- Holds up to 50 lbs.
- Flips into the stroller basket when not in use
- Folds with stroller
Choose the Car Seat That's Right For You:
The Nuna DEMI Next stroller can be quickly converted into a convenient travel system. The travel system on this listing includes your choice of either the Nuna Aire, the Nuna PIPA RX or the Nuna PIPA Aire RX infant car seat. All three of these car seats offer unsurpassed safety standards, lightweight and stylish design and premium materials that are free of chemical flame retardants. The chart below provides a snapshot of the key differences between the three PIPA car seats available for this travel bundle:
Key Features Nuna® PIPA™ Aire Infant Car Seat:
- The PIPA aire is both ultra-portable and seriously protective
- PIPA aire is the lightest in the PIPA series infant car seat lineup
- One-handed vehicle and stroller release for easy in an outs
- Fabrics and inserts are conveniently machine washable
- Belt path for vehicle belt installation
- FAA certified for aircraft use with or without a base
- Connects with all Nuna strollers (and their adapters as appropriate) to create a stylish travel system
- Features Aeroflex™ foam that is cleverly lightweight, resilient, and minimizes force transferred to baby
- Steel-reinforced True lock™ base installation makes set up swift, simple, and safe
- Side Impact Protection (SIP) for ultimate baby safe keeping
- The deep seat design creates a cocoon-like space, ensuring a better fit and comfortable car seat for your baby.
- 5-point harness keeps baby’s travels secure
- Tailor tech™ memory foam headrest provides a comfortable custom fit
- Removable infant head and body inserts nestle baby in comfort and security
- UPF 50+ canopy with flip-out eyeshade protects from sun exposure
- The iconic Sky drape™ provides baby with ultimate privacy for quiet moments
- Luxe leatherette carry handle for more secure gripping
- Exposed aerospace aluminum handle adds a contemporary aesthetic and enhances the seat's intuitive functionality
- Soft yet durable micro-knit fabric for refined style and casual warmth
- From fabric to foam and beyond each element is smartly sourced to be both flame resistant and contain no added fire-retardant chemicals making it safer for baby
Key Features Nuna® PIPA™ RX Infant Car Seat:
- From fabric to foam and beyond, each element is smartly sourced to be both flame resistant and contain no added fire retardant chemicals
- Side impact protection for ultimate baby safe keeping
- Comfy organic jersey insert is removable for growing babies
- Integrated harness holders help when buckling baby in
- Luxe leatherette accented carry handle. Tote elegantly with ease
- Five point harness keeps little ones in place
- Two-piece removable infant insert + head support. Customize to their individual shape and get a perfect fit right from birth
- Mesh peek-a-boo window in canopy
- Heavy duty shell is super resilient yet lightweight
- Lightweight carry handle is ergonomically designed to tote with ease
- FAA certified for aircraft use
- True lock™ installation makes set up swift, simple and above all – safe
- 5 second install
- Crumple zone within the stability leg absorbs impact and minimizes force transferred to baby
- Colored installation indicators confirm correct connections to the vehicle
- Bubble free recline angle guides clearly confirm the perfect riding angle
- Low profile base for easier loading of infant seat
- Open belt path for easier install
- Belt guides
- Anti-rebound panel
- Automatic rigid latch storage
- Extra convenient stability leg storage with lock
- Steel reinforced true lock™ rigid latch
- Lock off with easy access belt path
- Indicators on rigid latch turn green when clicked to vehicle anchor points
- Indicators on stability leg turn green when in proper contact with vehicle floor
- GREENGUARD Gold Certified: Products that have achieved GREENGUARD Gold Certification are scientifically proven to meet some of the world's most rigorous third-party chemical emissions standards, and certified to not contribute to indoor air pollution or chemical exposure
Key Features Nuna® PIPA™ Aire RX Infant Car Seat:
- FAA certified for aircraft use with or without a base
- Connects with all Nuna strollers to create a stylish travel system*
- 5-second steel-reinforced True lock™ installation makes set up swift, simple, and safe**
- Side Impact Protection (SIP) for ultimate baby safekeeping
- Open belt path with lock off secures lap and shoulder belt
- Features Aeroflex™ foam that is cleverly lightweight, resilient, and minimizes force transferred to baby
- The deep seat design creates a cocoon-like space, ensuring a better fit and comfortable car seat for your baby.
- 3-position height-adjustable headrest and 5-point harness keeps little ones in place
- Removable infant head and body inserts nestle baby in comfort and security
- Tailor tech™ memory foam seat panel and headrest provides a comfortable custom fit
- UPF 50+ canopy with 2 positions and a flip-out eyeshade protects from sun exposure
- The iconic Sky drape™ provides baby with ultimate privacy for quiet moments
- Soft yet durable micro-knit fabric for refined style and casual warmth
- Super-resilient top-of-the-line plastics for a heavy-duty secure shell
- Exposed aerospace aluminum handle adds a contemporary aesthetic and enhances the seat's intuitive functionality
- Luxe leatherette carry handle for more secure gripping
- From fabric to foam and beyond each element is smartly sourced to be both flame-resistant and contain no added fire-retardant chemicals making it safer for baby
- Infant head and body inserts are made of environmentally friendly Merino wool and TENCEL™ lyocell fiber blend that is soft, naturally controls moisture, and is environmentally friendly
- GREENGUARD Gold Certified to meet some of the world's most rigorous third-party chemical emissions standards, and certified to not contribute to indoor air pollution or chemical exposure
- Additional GOTS organic cotton infant insert and harness cover set
Upon selecting a specific car seat on the order page, your corresponding car seat base will be identified and automatically included with your travel bundle.
- Nuna® PIPA™ Aire Infant Car Seat + PIPA Series Base
- Nuna® PIPA™ RX Infant Car Seat + RELX base
- Nuna® PIPA™ Aire RX Infant Car Seat + RELX base
To help you make an informed choice, we have also outlined the key differences between the PIPA Series base and the RELX base in the comparison chart below:
Key Features Nuna® PIPA™ Series Base:
- 5-second install with two easy and instant steps. Please note to always refer to the product instruction manual. Under no circumstances should this information be used to replace the car seat instruction booklet
- True lock™ rigid latch is 50% stronger than a typical belt latch
- Steel stability leg helps minimize forward rotation during impact by up to 90% when compared to a system that is not using a stability leg
- Colored installation indicators confirm correct connections to the vehicle and car seat to base
- Bubble level indicators help to minimize user error
- Super-resilient top-of-the-line plastics for a heavy duty, secure shell
- Anchor latch guides make it easy to locate and install on lower anchor bars
Key Features Nuna® PIPA™ RELX Base:
- Crumple zone within the stability leg absorbs impact and minimizes force transferred to baby
- Colored installation indicators confirm correct connections
- Low profile base for super easy loading
- Easy vehicle seat belt install provides options
- Latch and stability leg neatly store away when not in use
- Anchor latch guides make it easy to locate and install on lower anchor bars
Key Features DEMI Next Bassinet:
- Full of functionality, it cradles your little with lie-flat comfort on the stand or on the stroller
- Use with the included stand around the house, by bedside or while traveling for a nursery on the go
- Suitable for overnight sleeping, making it the perfect haven for keeping baby close and cozy
- Iconic Sky drape™ pulls down smoothly and attaches quietly with magnets for extra protection
- Oversized, full-coverage canopy is extendable and features a flip-out eyeshade
- UPF 50+ fabric shields baby from more than 98% of the sun’s harmful rays
- Ventilation panels provide baby with air circulation
- Hidden storage compartment provides a place for all the extra essentials
- Luxe leatherette carry handle for easy gripping
- Removable top cover zips closed to keep baby warm
- GOTS certified organic cotton mattress cover provides better-for-baby comfort
- Compact, flat fold for hassle-free travels and space-saving stow away
- Mattress cover, top cover, and zip-away liner are machine washable
- Connects to the DEMI next stroller without an adapter
- Collapse for storing by squeezing the fold locks on sides and ends of the bassinet
- Unfold by pushing the fold locks back into an upright position
Key Features DEMI Next Stand:
- Easily and securely connects to the DEMI Next bassinet—no adapter needed
- Ideal height for keeping baby within arm's reach at bedside
- Folds and unfolds with one hand for super simple set ups and store away
- Ultra-compact design makes it perfect for around the house, traveling and storing
- Spacious storage basket for storing extra diapers and blankets
- Lightweight aluminum design for the ultimate portability
Key Features Sibling Seat:
- Connects easily to the DEMI next stroller frame in the top or lower position and becomes a duplicate of the main seat
- Roomy enough to provide a comfy place all their own
- Forward and rear-facing seat options
- Self-guiding MagneTech secure snap™ buckles automatically lock into place
- All-season seat keeps baby cozy in winter and easily converts to mesh in summer
- Four recline positions easily adjust with just one hand
- One-hand adjustable calf support and footrest to accommodate growth
- Simple install in lower basket area with no adapters needed
- Quick-release 3 to 5-point harness makes it easy to fasten them in
- Water-repellent UPF 50+ Aire protect canopy™ protects from the elements
- No-rethread harness makes it easy to adjust for comfort and growth
- Included rain cover for when the weather doesn't cooperate
- Integrated footrest on seat for added comfort
- Rotating and removable armbar fits kids of all sizes
- Easily removable Merino wool insert provides ultra-soft comfort
- Built-in privacy drape and ventilation panels in the canopy for ideal airflow
Specifications:
DEMI Next Stroller:
Recommended Usage:
- Weight: Birth to 50 lbs.
- When using the stroller frame with the bassinet or infant carrier, refer to the child usage requirements listed in those instruction manuals.
- Product Weight: 26 lbs. (without winter seat, canopy, armbar, or rider board)
- Carton Weight: 49.2 lbs.
- Open Dimensions: H43.5 in. x L39.5 in. x W24 in.
- Folded Dimensions: H35 in. x L23.5 in. x W24 in.
- Nuna's Manufacturer Warranty from defects: 2 years
PIPA Aire Infant Car Seat:
Recommended Use:
- 4 to 30 lbs, and 16 to 30 in.
- Car seat dimensions L 27.25 in W 17.5 in H 23 in
- Weight: 6 lbs (without canopy and inserts - canopy and inserts approx. 1.8 lb)
PIPA RX Infant Car Seat:
Recommended Use:
- 4 to 32 lbs, and 16 to 32 in.
- Car seat dimensions: L 25.2 in W 17.5 in H 23 in
- Weight: 7.6 lbs (without canopy and inserts - canopy and insert approx. 1 lb)
PIPA Aire RX Infant Car Seat:
Recommended Use:
- 4 to 30 lbs, and 16 to 30 in.
- Car seat dimensions: L 27.25 in W 17.5 in H 23 in
- Weight: 6.2 lbs (without canopy and inserts - canopy and inserts approx. 2.2 lb)
Bassinet and Stand:
Recommended Use:
- Birth to 20 lbs (birth - 6 months) up to 27 inches
- DO NOT use the bassinet when the infant begins to push up on hands and knees.
- Bassinet for use on DEMI bassinet stand and DEMI series strollers only
- Bassinet Weight: 11.2 lbs.
- Stand Weight: 6.8 lbs.
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Bassinet Dimensions (inches): Open: 33.5 x 16.5 x 23 Folded: 33.5 x 16.4 x 8.5
Stand Dimensions (inches): Open: 32.5 x 20 x 26.75 Folded: 31 x 20 x 4 - Bassinet + Stand open Dimensions (inches): L 34 x W 20 x H 46.5
- Bassinet + Stand folded Dimensions (inches): L 20.62 x W 10.25 x H 35.62 in
Compatibility:
- DEMI Next stroller is compatible with all Nuna series infant car seats
- DEMI Next stroller is compatible with both DEMI grow Bassinet and DEMI grow Sibling Seat.
- New Rider board is only compatible with the Demi Next stroller and not sold separately. There are no future plans to market as an accessory.
- Bassinet: For use on DEMI bassinet stand and DEMI series strollers only
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Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2026
★★★★★ 5
How do we reach Millennials?
Format: Kindle
“How do we reach Millennials?” is the burning question of the day among churches everywhere. They seem to be the lost generation. For my part, I think it comes down to showing that Christianity is a relevant, vibrant, and intellectually robust worldview that directly bears on life in meaningful and practical ways. The inclination to dismiss Christianity as irrelevant to one’s life or as intellectually insipid must be patiently and systematically refuted. This is done by engaging the mind, and showing that there are sound reasons for biblical admonitions. Christianity’s moral demands are not ad hoc or capricious, as many believe. God’s laws have specific purposes, and there are distinct, predictable consequences for ignoring them. A person desiring to change his or her actions must start with the mind, for it is the root of habit. Henry David Thoreau once said, “There are a thousand hacking at the branches of evil to one who is striking at the root.” I fear the same can be said of the Christian church in confronting our culture. We hack at the branches (symptoms) while ignoring the root (the mind and its underlying philosophy.) Or we engage in theatrics to “bring them in” and have nothing to offer when they come. Chesterton wrote, “Merely having an open mind is nothing; the object of opening the mind, as of opening the mouth, is to shut it again on something solid.” We must have something solid to offer those we wish to win. Scripture tells us that one eager to escape the prison of worldly philosophy must begin by transforming himself through renewing the mind (Rom 12:2.) Enter Nancy Pearcey with her new book, Love Thy Body.
All of Pearcey’s books are thought-provoking and readable, and Love Thy Body is no exception. Quoting C.S. Lewis from Love Thy Body, “The Christian and the Materialist hold different beliefs about the universe. They can’t both be right. The one who is wrong will act in a way which simply doesn’t fit the real universe.” And this is the crux of the matter. Pearcey demonstrates throughout her book how and why secular philosophies fail to fit reality, while the Christian worldview fits. To our great misfortune, many are so far gone that they explicitly disavow reality as binding or that we must rely on it as a guide. Many, but not all. There remains a remnant who still care about objective reality and it is for them that this book is written. The lynchpin of the book is Pearcey’s description and analysis of the fact/value split, which manifests itself in a body/person dualism. I learned many paradigm-shifting things by reading the book, but in the next paragraph I’ll give one example.
Christians are often accused, in knee-jerk fashion, of “irrationally” introducing religion (metaphysics) into moral questions such as transgenderism, a.k.a. “imposing religious views.” However, it does not take a great deal of reflection to realize that the science of biology (reality) agrees with the Christian view. A person’s sex is an undeniable, objective, biological fact all the way down to the cellular level, as a recent controversial TED Talk attests. It is in fact the secularist who seeks to introduce religion or metaphysics to the question by insisting that “personhood” (whatever sex an individual wants to “identify” as at any given moment) trumps biological fact. The secularist has often trumpeted, loudly and belligerently, his allegiance to science and reason, while accusing the Christian of superstition. But we see that this is a mere caricature. The transgender apologist downplays and ignores objective reality to prefer subjective spiritualism, AND seeks to IMPOSE that view on all others. So, the secularist, in this instance, is guilty of the very thing of which he accuses others. (Forgive me for using broad nomenclature here, I know that not all secularists are on board with the anti-science transgender movement.)
There is much more substance within that I could go on about, but this review is lengthy enough as is. You’ll just have to read the book. Buy it now!
[Full disclosure: I received a free preview copy of the book as part of the #LoveThyBody launch team, for which I enthusiastically volunteered. This review represents my unbiased opinion, nonetheless.]
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Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2018
★★★★★ 5
A welcome inoculation to today's bleak outlook on our bodies
Format: Hardcover
Book Review: Love Thy Body: Answering Hard Questions about Life and Sexuality
Author: Nancy R. Pearcy
Format: Hardback
Topic: Christian Thought and Culture
Scope: Contemporary Living and Influence in the Culture
Purpose: To equip Christian leaders, parents, and students with the tools to know about the "why" and "how" about the current cultures' view on topics concerning our bodies.
Structure: The book has an introduction, 7 chapters, and a study guide.
1. I Hate Me: The Rise and Decline of the Human Body (We have inadvertently accepted a flawed view of the body as less real and of less worth than it is in reality)
2. The Joy of Death: "You Must Be Prepared to Kill" (The desire to liberate women from reproduction is based on faulty, dehumanizing reasoning)
3. Dear Valued Constituent: You No Longer Qualify As a Person (When we hold the body as of little value, no one is safe against the dehumanizing effect)
4. Schizoid Sex: Hijacked by the Hookup Culture (Contrary to popular belief the sexual revolution doesn't value the body enough)
5. The Body Impolitic: How the Homosexual Narrative Demeans the Body (When feelings and desires rule our actions and beliefs we deny the more objective grounding of biology to tell us who we are and how we should live)
6. Transgender, Transreality: "God Should Have Made Me a Girl" (Encouraging gender dysphoria and sex changes flies in the face of the objective facts of biology to the detriment of human persons)
7. The Goddess of Choice is Dead: From Social Contract to Social Meltdown (The foundations of the major institutions of society have shifted from biology to social contract)
What it does well: *Pearcey is fantastic at making hard material accessible to all audiences. While much of the information in this book could be very academic, Pearcey has gathered scores of illustrations and stories to drive the harder points home.
*In every chapter, Pearcey compares and contrasts the current secular view of the body with the biblical view of the body. She shows how the Christian view of the body is more freeing and more complete than our current view.
*Similarly, Pearcey also shows how the Christian view is more objective and values the person more highly.
*Pearcey clearly shows that often women and children are demeaned and dehumanized through the very ideas and practices meant to free them. This is a huge contention in our society and Pearcey's voice fills a huge need here.
*Another thing the book does well is to show how the ideals of the homosexual and transgender movement are really enslaving people to unhealthy gender stereotypes. Instead, if masculinity or feminity is rooted in the unchanging root of biology then we can engage in a whole host of activities without threatening our gender or sexuality
*Probably the best part of this book is how deeply Pearcey's love for individual people comes through as she is critiquing some of their most cherished beliefs.
What it lacks: *While Pearcey's cultural analysis is fantastic, her philosophy is not quite as steller. I wondered throughout if she had oversimplified some thinkers and seen connections to today's problem that are not necessarily there. I did find that some others (who have more expertise in the area than I) thought similarly: http://www.patheos.com/blogs/eidos/2018/01/love-thy-body-nancy-pearceys-book-brilliant-flawed/?repeat=w3tc . This doesn't harm the overall message of the book, but instead just makes it clunky and a little confusing at points.
*While this book was a great hybrid of academic and popular work, I am not partial to the choice for endnotes rather than footnotes. Many publishers choose endnotes in popular works because the reader need not be distracted by the trivia and citing that goes on and I understand that. However, footnotes are much better for those of us who want to seek out sources or understand the material in more depth. That being said, this criticism is cosmetic.
Some quick highlights: "My goal in Love Thy Body is to show that a secular morality 'doesn't fit the real universe.'"-11
On fetuses developing into persons: "But there is no scientific evidence of such a transformation--no single, dramatic turning point that can be empirically detected. Embryonic development is a continuous process, gradually unfolding the potentials that were built in from the beginning."-25
"We tend to think sexual hedonism places too much value on the purely physical dimension. But in reality it places a very low value on the body, draining it of moral and personal significance.
In the hookup culture, partners are referred to as 'friends with benefits.' But that is a euphemism because they are not really even friends. The unwritten etiquette is that you never meet just to talk or spend time together."-28
"Scripture treats body and soul as two sides of the same coin. The inner life of the soul is expressed through the outer life of the body."-34
"It is true that at death, humans undergo a temporary splitting of body and soul, but that was not God's original intent. Death rips apart what God intended to be unified."-37-38
"The core question in abortion, then, is the status of the human body."-52
"For that matter, even fully developed adults have these traits in varying degrees. When I meet someone who is more intelligent than I am, does that mean they are more of a person than I am--and should have more rights than I have?"-53
"A Christian concept of personhood depends not on what I can do but on who I am--that I am created in the image of God, and that God has called me into existence and continues to know and love me. Human beings do not need to earn the right to be treated as creatures of great value. Our dignity is intrinsic, rooted in the fact that God made us, knows us, and loves us."-55
"The early Christians went beyond simply condemning abortion to providing alternatives--rescuing and adopting children who had been abandoned."-70
"A culture that respects women's bodies will create more flexible career trajectories that allow women to have their families at the time that is biologically optimal. It will create education and work patterns that fit around family responsibilities. When we do that, we will reduce a major motive for abortion."-76
"When human life is no longer seen to have inherent value, it will be subject to purely utilitarian calculation of costs and benefits.
Voluntary euthanasia may not remain voluntary."-91
"A fundamental principle of ethics is that people should be treated as intrinsically valuable, not valuable only as a means to some extrinsic end. Or as we say in ordinary conversation, it is wrong to use people."-94-95
"Though evil is still evil, the wonder is that God is greater and can turn it to good."-109
"Today's hookup culture glamorizes impersonal sex but gives no clue how to start a real relationship."-117
"From childhood, young people are awash in sexual imagery, but sexual intimacy is increasingly difficult to achieve."-125
"In a culture that says we have a right to the pleasures of sex, while denying its biological function, many will end up treating babies as the enemy--intruding where they are not wanted or welcome."--150
"Though our feelings are important, Doherty concluded, they are not what define our identity. Nor are they a reliable guide to God's purposes. Because we are fallen and sinful, our feelings fluctuate over time. The most reliable marker of who we are is our physically embodied, God-given identity as male and female."-156
"You cannot be a whole person when your emotions are at war with your physiology."-173
"Our feelings do not define us. Our moral commitments do. We find fulfillment when we find ways to live in congruence with our deepest commitments."-180
"The early church may have been 'on the wrong side of history.' But that's why it changed history."-188
"...you can engage in a range of diverse behaviors without threatening the security of your identity as a man or woman."-198
"The church should be the first place where young people can find freedom from unbiblical stereotypes."-218
"Once a person is convinced that Christianity is true, then they can ask what that means for their sexuality. And only then will they have the spiritual strength and resources to find solutions to their sexual issues."-260
Recommendation?: I highly recommend this book. It is highly needed at this point in our culture. It is a rallying cry to love people with the truth. I especially hope churches start to strategically think through these issues to become havens for those who hurt and are confused.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2018
★★★★★ 5
Love Thy Body
Format: Kindle
The publication of Nancy Pearcey’s book, Total Truth: Liberating Christianity From Its Cultural Captivity sent shockwaves throughout the evangelical world and help equip a new generation of apologists. Total Truth confronted the notion that scientific knowledge and moral knowledge were separated into two domains. The lower story includes objective truths that are public and valid for all people. This is the realm of empirical science. These truths are true and verifiable. The upper story includes the realm of moral knowledge which is private, relative, and subjective. Hence, the so-called unified concept of truth was obliterated and separated into two domains.
Pearcey’s subsequent works, Saving Leonardo: A Call to Resist the Secular Assault on Mind, Morals, and Meaning and Finding Truth: 5 Principles for Unmasking Atheism, Secularism, and Other God Substitutes have also left an indelible mark on the church and culture at large. The impact of these books on me personally, cannot be overstated. My suspicion is that many people would concur.
Nancy Pearcey’s newest offering, Love Thy Body: Answering Hard Questions about Life and Sexuality pick up where the other titles left off. The overarching goal of Love Thy Body is to “uncover the worldview that drives the secular ethic.” Ultimately, the book is designed to “show that a secular morality doesn’t fit the real universe.”
Readers familiar with Pearcey will quickly see the influence of Francis Schaeffer on her thought. It was Schaeffer who originally exposed the so-called “fact/value” split which has created a fracture epistemology that continues to be propagated today.
Pearcey shows the practical outgrowth of this fragmented worldview (or the two-story worldview) by pointing to several contemporary culture matters including abortion, euthanasia, “same-sex marriage,” and transgenderism. She helps readers understand how these various worldviews have been smuggled into our culture and links each of them to the two-story dichotomy.
Readers will be encouraged and challenged to walk through the argument of Love Thy Body and will be better equipped to not only contend with culture but also reach out to people who have been deceived by a pagan worldview.
Readers will discover that Pearcey’s argument is not combative. Rather, her heart cries for people who have been co-opted by this deviant worldview. She pleads with readers to reach out and love people with Christ-centered love: “Christians must present biblical morality in a way that reveals the beauty of the biblical view of the human person so that people actually want it to be true.”
Love Thy Body is a book that is filled with description and prescription. Facts and figures run through the book but the author is not content to leave her readers with data alone. She sets forth a workable prescription which is set on helping people and healing them at the deepest level. Therefore, “We must work to educate and persuade on a worldview level,” writes Pearcey. Such an approach is imperative if Christ-followers have any hope of reaching a lost world with the saving message of the gospel. Running through the book is a mindset that Pearcey, no doubt, learned from Schaeffer, namely, sharing the gospel with a tear in one’s eye.
Love Thy Body is riveting, challenging, educational, a shot to the heart, a challenge for the mind, and bold push for the feet. It will spark controversy in some venues and may even precipitate debate in the local church. Surely, this kind of debate is necessary as Christians seek to influence culture for God’s glory.
I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2018
★★★★★ 5
Getting past the noise to a holistic view of the person
Format: Hardcover
In order to have effective conversations about difficult and controversial subjects such as abortion, euthanasia, and sexual ethics it is important for both parties to be on the same page. Otherwise, it is easy to make assumptions about the other person’s motives and end up talking past each other. Discussions turn into arguments where name calling and personal attacks are more common than a reasoned and thoughtful exchange of ideas. In my own experience, it has been difficult to speak up about many of these types of sensitive subjects in public because of fear that I will be labeled intolerant or bigoted. In fact, it appears our culture, as a whole, has descended into a shouting match where the loudest voice is either the secular one screaming about trigger words and safe spaces where no one can challenge your views, or a caricature of Christianity which writes off everyone who disagrees as a hopeless reprobate who is going to hell. In this cacophony, the Christian message of God’s redeeming love for humanity is drowned out in a sea of empty words. Voices shouting past one another, convincing only those who already agree with us.
This situation that many Christians find themselves in, unable or unwilling to speak for fear of being attacked and shouted down is why the new book by Nancy Pearcey Love Thy Body is so important. I have been blessed to be part of both the manuscript review and the book launch team for this amazing book and I have to say that this may be one of the most important books for all Christians to read, especially those who wish to be more effective in the public sphere. Over the course of seven very accessible chapters she addresses the most pertinent issues of our times, from abortion, and assisted suicide to the hook up culture and the LGBTQ movement which is sweeping our nation and exposes a fatal flaw in the secular narrative. This flaw that runs through all of these issues is a fractured view of the person which splits apart the body and the mind. What results is a negative view of the body which tramples on human rights and dignity. The secular narrative is that the Christian view of the person is repressive and prudish, often denigrating the authentic self. They want to claim the high moral ground because their view is based on love and acceptance. Nancy’s book gives us the tools to get past the walls and barriers built up by secular buzz words such as “death with dignity,” “marriage equality,” and “pride” to the underlying worldview so we can be on the same page as those we are speaking with. In her words: “As we face the social ills of our own day, we must move beyond denunciations that can sound harsh, angry, or judgmental and instead work to show that the biblical ethic is based on a positive view of the body as part of the image of God.”
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Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2018