What if the American Dream is antithetical to the Gospel? What if we were to truly live out the commands of Christ in our lives? How would that change our lives? These are the questions asked by David Platt in Radical.
I was very challenged by this book. It forced me to evaluate my priorities, my actions, my spending habits and my loyalties. In many cases, I was convicted of choosing a false Gospel - one built on serving myself rather than Christ, one of pursuing self interest over serving my fellow man. Specifically, I was challenged - and am continuing to evaluate - how I should handle my income and my time.
Did I agree with everything Dr. Platt argues? No, but it has forced me to sincerely pray and critically evaluate my priorities. And that is the point of the book.
Radical would make a great great study for a student group, a workplace Bible study, a church Sunday school class or a home group. If you want to be challenged, this is the book. If you want to continue to live a comfortable, safe Christian faith, I recommend this book (warning: it will challenge you).
Download the first chapter here.
I highly, highly recommend this book.
I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.
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