Current burial practices in the West fail to confront us with the reality of death and make it harder to grieve properly. Burreson and Hoeltke argue that natural burial offers a more accurate picture of Christian hope and resurrection. This immensely practical guide is also an application of the hope of the resurrection to those grieving.

Wayne A. Grudem is professor of theology and biblical studies at Phoenix Seminary in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is the author of numerous books, including Systematic Theology, The Gift of Prophecy in the New Testament and Today, Politics According to the Bible, and Christian Ethics.