In this incendiary new work, the controversial author and speaker Peter Rollins proclaims that the Christian faith is not primarily concerned with questions regarding life after death but with the possibility of life before death. In order to unearth this truth, Rollins prescribes a radical and wholesale critique of contemporary Christianity that he calls pyro-theology. It is only as we submit our spiritual practices, religious rituals, and dogmatic affirmations to the flames of fearless interrogation that we come into contact with the reality that Christianity is in the business of transforming our world rather than offering a way of interpreting or escaping it. Belief in the Resurrection means but one thing: participation in an insurrection.
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"This book was absolutely fantastic! Rollins does it again. This is no easy book to read and I plan on going through it again and again. However, it is more than worth it. Rollins helps us question our idealized live and shows us what it could look like to find your live by losing it, by losing your identities and your certainties. Rollins points us towards how Incarnation, Crucifixion, and Resurrection transform us." — Brian (5 out of 5 stars)
"This book was absolutely fantastic! Rollins does it again. This is no easy book to read and I plan on going through it again and again. However, it is more than worth it. Rollins helps us question our idealized live and shows us what it could look like to find your live by losing it, by losing your identities and your certainties. Rollins points us towards how Incarnation, Crucifixion, and Resurrection transform us."
In this book, Pete takes you to the edge of a cliff. And just when most writers would pull you back, he pushes you off. But after your initial panic, you realize that your fall is a form of flying. And it’s thrilling.
" Wow, just what I needed, right when I needed it. If you haven't read it, you should! "
" Rollins is indeed a prophet for today. "
" so. confusing. "
" 3 for Rollins' awkward writing and 5 stars for his compelling ideas!! Love the examples that he uses and his understanding of psychology as he applies it to religion. "
" There were some interesting points but at times I was confused and felt more lectured than inspired. It will be to see if I have a different perspective after discussing this book with my collective. "
" Challenging, ultimately uplifting look at life of faith. "
" Very accessible but also incredibly thought provoking and challenging. One of my favorite books in recent memory. "
" Wow! Most of this book is now pink from my highlighter. Profound. A head-scratching, revelatory, mind-boggling, of a book. "
" What a great read! Highly recommended. "
" Dense. Rollins makes one think and is quite comfortable with challenging assumptions. Often not understood or misunderstood, I'm sure, by the mainstream. "
" Still trying to digest Rollins' work here. It seemed to be under-developed. I think he is on the right track, but I found the beginning part lacking. Then the second part seemed somehow disconnected from the first. "
" You'll either get ripped apart, or it will be a breath of fresh, insightful air. "I am God," said Love. "
" Really thought provoking book. Its quite philosophical and sometimes he came close to losing me and I was not sure exactly what he was thinking. Probably did not agree with everything he said but it was a good book to read and think about. "
" I think it's really good...I think...may need a re-read as it's pretty heavy if it's unfamiliar territory. "
" Alternately depressing and engaging, kind of like the Hunger Games with less fire and more pyro-theology. "
" Theologically rich challenge to a lay person like myself. A lot to think about, especially during this season of Lent. "
" Doubting everything may be the only way find belief. "
" This is an awesome book about the meaning of the crucifixion. A must read for any Christian. "
Peter Rollins is a widely sought after writer, lecturer, storyteller, and public speaker. He is the founder of Ikon, a Belfast, Northern Ireland, faith group that has gained an international reputation for blending live music, visual imagery, soundscapes, theater, ritual, and reflection. He currently resides in Greenwich, Connecticut.
Joshua Swanson is an actor and voiceover talent. He’s worked in major motion pictures and television and as a voice talent has worked in all facets of the business. An award-winning audiobook narrator with over sixty titles to his name, Swanson has won five AudioFile Earphones Awards.
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