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A review by jdintr
The Irresistible Revolution: Living as an Ordinary Radical by Shane Claiborne
I began this book expecting to be called to a new monasticism as Shane practices it at his community in North Philadelphia, but instead I was called in a prophetic way to examine how I interact with fellow Christians, view the actions of my government, and pursue Christ's will in my life, my family and my community.
Make no mistake: Claiborne's message is revolutionary. You won't read this to pick up a few inspiring ideas, you will be confronted with a radical, Christian worldview. Claiborne has taken radical steps: traveling to Iraq to forestall George W. Bush's disastrous invasion, squatting in an abandoned Philadelphia cathedral, and wandering the streets of Calcutta with Mother Theresa.
What I appreciated about the book (and I listened to the MP3), was Claiborne's tone. It's not confrontational or holier-than-thou, he truly loves his work and the oppressed people God has given him. He invites the reader in love to join this irresistable revolution, changing our churches and our communities in the process.
Make no mistake: Claiborne's message is revolutionary. You won't read this to pick up a few inspiring ideas, you will be confronted with a radical, Christian worldview. Claiborne has taken radical steps: traveling to Iraq to forestall George W. Bush's disastrous invasion, squatting in an abandoned Philadelphia cathedral, and wandering the streets of Calcutta with Mother Theresa.
What I appreciated about the book (and I listened to the MP3), was Claiborne's tone. It's not confrontational or holier-than-thou, he truly loves his work and the oppressed people God has given him. He invites the reader in love to join this irresistable revolution, changing our churches and our communities in the process.