Velvet Elvis: Repainting the Christian Faith Audiobook

" A fresh look at Christian theology - very well written. "

" This was what I expected it to be. Some excellent thoughts by a person that is bringing very welcome ideas to mainstream Christianity. These ideas seem more like something from the recesses of faith rather than from someone in a large church. "

" Anything by Rob is always enjoyable. However, I hated his trampoline analogy. No bueno on that move mi amigo. "

" I'll be reading portions of this book over and over again..I found it stimulating, insightful and refreshing. I also found myself sighing from time to time as I realize just how good I am at following the "rules" despite the fact that my inner core suggests I ought to pause and question. Thankfully, I'm learning how to do that now! "

" Do I like his books - yes. Why? Because he gives voice to the questions that swirl around inside of me. BUT the reason he bothers me is this: he never answers any of them! After a couple of books and sermons, it seems pointless. "

" The is a good quick read that teaches you about church history, biblical history and offers a fresh perspective on apply all that into your own faith story. "

" See review for Sex: God. This book is by the same author and I read it before Sex: God. This book was what compelled me to read his 2nd book. I like the author's style and that its not what you expect. "

" I dare say this book changed my perspective about Jesus. Totally broadened my view of God and being in love with God, and more importantly, living with the knowledge that God is in love with me. "

" A fresh look at Christianity. Two things stuck out: total rest and relaxation on Sundays, and loving with no agenda. A thought-provoking book. Thanks to Nathan for the gift. "

" I loved the concept of each generation needing to "repaint" the Christian faith so that it is relevant to their time and place. "

" I really loved this book. Besides listening to a unique voice on what it means to have a Christian viewpoint, I was amazed at the authors knowledge of scripture. I feel I learned a lot from this book and am looking foward to reading more of his writing. "

" Very freeing book. Clears up a lot of confusion for me. Looking forward to reading it again "

" I am used to Rob's teachings and have followed his theology for a long time. This book does not do justice and I think it misses the point of what he's trying to get at as the writing style is very chopped. Go to marshill.org and listen to his sermons, he articulates his points much better. "

" On the shelf next to Blue Like Jazz and Divine Nobodies. Makes you think about religion in a whole new way, challenging. "

" So far, this is the best book on the Christian faith I have found. It is a great look at what following Jesus could look like if we could lose some of the religion that is always associated with it. "

" this book put together an interesting modern commentary about faith and relationship with god "

" One of the simplest, least pretensious explanations of the Reformed faith that I've ever seen. "

" Very rich text... Joe and I are currently sorting out Christianity of the modern age. This book has provided great discussion material, as does Rob Bell's podcasts. "

" Incoherent, misguided, thought-provoking. "

" This book was really good. Thought provoking. While I didnt agree with everything, I did consider all the points. Highly recommend "

" Rob Bell makes me rethink what I believe & why I believe it. I love his no nonsense approach to long-standing traditions of Christianity and I hope God uses what I've read & learned from this book to awaken me to my potential in Him! Gave the book to my daughter...to good to just sit on a shelf! "

" For the most part this book blew my mind, and I'm really glad I read it. "

" Rob Bell simply rocks. Read all his books if you can. And don't miss his end notes. "

" i think i've just become the newest rob bell fan :) this was a highly refreshing book for me. "

" I enjoyed this book as it was enlightening and educational. I really enjoyed Bell's writing style and appreciated the historical perspectives that he provided in explaining his personal thoughts and perspectives. I learned a lot and had a lot to think about. "

" This was a good book. I especially like the parts talking about bringing heaven to earth by living like Jesus...loving our neighbors, feeding the hungry, visiting the sick, etc. "

" This has been sitting on my shelf since the Summer of 2007, and I've wanted to read it since it came out. Just started last week - and I have to agree, it is right on. As always, Rob Bell is articulate, down-to-earth, and very informed. "

" Thsi man knows how to write for short attention spans. Definitely thought-provoking, in a bite-size kind of way. "

" I loved this. There are some things that are a bit questionable to me and that I'd really like to do some more reading/research on, but much of this book resonated very strongly with me. I especially loved the cultural context he associates with certain Bible passages. "

" I loved this book. Easy read. Written how the author speaks and lectures. Honest and raw. Loved, loved loved it. "

" The message is great - the presentation (short paragraphs, light on intellectual challenges) left some to be desired. This 3 is generous. "

" Rob Bell seems like a bit of a spiritual tart to me in this book. I don't really get the fascination. "

" emergent verhaal. erg goed. helpt misschien zelfs echt tot het overgaan op actie, zou tof zijn "

" Loved this book. I hear Rob Bell has gone a bit "off" in his latest book, but he was bang on in this one! "

" Definitely mind-altering. It's probably going to prove one of the most significant books I ever read. I could tell you about it, but I'd rather you read it yourself. "

" Found this one very thought provoking. "

" An amazing book...even for those who don't share the "Christian faith". Rob Bell has an amazing way of sharing the real message of Jesus to others. Not the twisted message that gets served in America today! "

" Bell is frustratingly ambiguous. Some find his poetic meanderings and questioning of everything to be refreshing, but I find them dangerous and subversive. "