Review
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“When I think about how many people have been turned off to
the Christian faith because of how they mis-read and
mis-understand the Bible, I can only say, ‘Thank you Jesus for
this book!’ It’s going to help a lot of people.” (Tony Campolo,
Founder and President, Evangelical Association for the Promotion
of Education)
“Wondrously accessible, Hamilton combines good scholarship with a
light touch and exhibits his wise, generous pastoral heart.
Hamilton does not let us forget that he bears witness to the
gospel and the result is a discussion that permits readers to
think again and faithfully about the Bible.” (Walter Brueggemann,
Columbia Theological Seminary)
“Clear, straightforward, lucid, faithful, helpful. Highly
recommended.” (James Martin, SJ, author of Jesus: A Pilgrimage)
“This is an honest, relevant, and captivating book. Hamilton asks
taboo questions and refuses cliché answers. He invites you to
join him on a quest for truth, and even if you don’t arrive at
the same destination, you will sure enjoy the ride.” (Shane
Claiborne, author and activist)
“Acting as friend and guide to those who seek to read the Bible
intelligently and with spiritual in, Hamilton walks readers
through the pitfalls of fundamentalism and dry scholarship,
opening up both the Bible’s profound humanity and its wisdom for
living.” (Diana Butler Bass, author of Christianity After
Religion)
“I can think of no one more adept at bringing out the beauty and
authority of scripture while also shedding light on the Bible’s
most controversial teachings than Adam Hamilton. This is a must
read for anyone who is looking for a fuller understanding of the
Bible.” (Jim Wallis, president and founder of Sojourners and
author of On God's Side)
“If you hope there’s a better way to read, live by, and value the
Bible, Hamilton has written the book that will help you-and
people you know and love. It’s understandable. It’s honest. It’s
wise. And it’s so, so needed.” (Brian D. McLaren author of We
Make the Road by Walking)
This isn’t your grandher’s revivalism. Equal parts an
evangelical return to the Bible as the foundation of Protestant
Christianity―and a scholarly, inclusive approach to understanding
scripture that draws on themes familiar to readers of Brian D.
McLaren, Rob Bell and Marcus Borg. Most importantly, for the
millions of men and women who have been avoiding churches for
years, this is a faithful and intelligent orientation to the
Bible. (Read the Spirit)
“Helpful, pastoral, and hopeful....this book is a gift to the
broader church at a time when we are not simply wrestling with
so-called controversial issues, but perhaps discerning a fresh
word from God on how to live as faithful Christ-followers in the
twenty-first century.” (The Covenant Companion)
“The best single volume introduction to the bible.” (The
Quarterly Journal of the Academy of Parish Clergy)
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About the Author
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Adam Hamilton is the founding pastor of the United Methodist
Church of the Resurrection in Kansas City. Started in 1990 with
four people, the church has grown to become the largest United
Methodist Church in the United States with over 18,000 members.
The church is well known for connecting with agnostics, skeptics,
and spiritual seekers. In 2012, it was recognized as the most
influential mainline church in America, and Hamilton was asked by
the White House to deliver the sermon at the Obama inaugural
prayer service. Hamilton, whose theological training includes an
undergraduate degree from Oral Roberts University and a graduate
degree from Southern Methodist University where he was honored
for his work in social ethics, is the author of nineteen books.
He has been married to his wife, LaVon, for thirty-one years and
has two adult daughters.
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