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votesforwomen416's review against another edition
5.0
Russell Moore's previous book Adopted for Life was one of my favorites a couple of years ago, so I had high expectations for this one. It's about the church in America today and the religious atmosphere (which is a mess as we all know.)
This book, to put it simply, was stellar. Moore argues the point that we are not and never have been a 'Moral Majority' but that instead we are sinking into the background of a nation that has never really wanted us.
The blurb says: "We can be Americans best if we are not Americans first." And it is so true. He makes a compelling case for keeping the gospel strange to the culture, because that is what draws the unbelievers in. So often we talk about making the gospel relatable, but that is not the point of it. We must preach the same gospel that the apostles preached, and it's strangeness is one of its biggest draws.
One of his points that I don't know if I agreed with is that he was very pessimistic toward the idea of there actually being a revival in America. While I know it's unlikely, I also believe that God is a God of miracles, and he can work revival in this country if he wants to. This was a minor enough complaint, however, that I'm still giving this book five full stars.
Bravo, Mr. Moore. Onward.
This book, to put it simply, was stellar. Moore argues the point that we are not and never have been a 'Moral Majority' but that instead we are sinking into the background of a nation that has never really wanted us.
The blurb says: "We can be Americans best if we are not Americans first." And it is so true. He makes a compelling case for keeping the gospel strange to the culture, because that is what draws the unbelievers in. So often we talk about making the gospel relatable, but that is not the point of it. We must preach the same gospel that the apostles preached, and it's strangeness is one of its biggest draws.
One of his points that I don't know if I agreed with is that he was very pessimistic toward the idea of there actually being a revival in America. While I know it's unlikely, I also believe that God is a God of miracles, and he can work revival in this country if he wants to. This was a minor enough complaint, however, that I'm still giving this book five full stars.
Bravo, Mr. Moore. Onward.
laurabrantreads's review against another edition
4.0
Very good except for his unexplored and oversimplified views of women at this point in history.
gphamadi's review against another edition
4.0
Excellent argument about the importance of separating church and state for the benefit of both. An important read to reflect on placing identity in Christ above politics and culture.
willnorrid's review against another edition
4.0
3 1/2 stars for me.
I like the premise, but the execution was a bit haphazard. It is also important to remember that the book was written prior to the last two Presidential elections which may or may not have shifted Moore’s views (or at least application) of some of his points here.
I felt like this was a good intro to this topic, but at times was a bit overly-simplistic. For a popular audience, I think this is a good overview, but I wanted more from Dr. Moore.
I appreciate his voice in this space which is thoughtful and critical without throwing out the good aspects of conservative evangelicalism.
I like the premise, but the execution was a bit haphazard. It is also important to remember that the book was written prior to the last two Presidential elections which may or may not have shifted Moore’s views (or at least application) of some of his points here.
I felt like this was a good intro to this topic, but at times was a bit overly-simplistic. For a popular audience, I think this is a good overview, but I wanted more from Dr. Moore.
I appreciate his voice in this space which is thoughtful and critical without throwing out the good aspects of conservative evangelicalism.