Even though my best books have been written afterwards, my two old books on ecclesiology from 2008 – the evocative deconstructive title Pagan Christianity and the constructive sequel Reimagining Church are still being read widely. The websites for each book have been updated recently. Just click the links below to check them out. PAGAN CHRISTIANITY REIMAGINING CHURCH Note the extensive Q&A page on the Pagan Christianity website. Read more
“I am a Christian, not because someone explained the nuts and bolts of Christianity, but because there were people willing to be nuts and bolts.” ~ Rich Mullins Read more
“I’m looking for a new podcast … what do you suggest?” … … is the question I often see on my social media feeds, whenever my eye catches them. I always appreciate when someone answers, “The Insurgence podcast! It’s a must.” Thanks to all of you who listen. The Insurgence podcast is unlike most podcasts available now in the Christian space. The subject is the explosive gospel of the kingdom. And I have several conversation partners. The INSURGENCE podcast is... Read more
Here are two interviews that George Barna and I did together on the shape of the church to come: Audio Interview with George Barna and Frank Viola (short) Audio Interview with George Barna and Frank Viola (long) Read more
Since Jesus was human “in every way that we are, except without sin” (Hebrews 4:15), it is not surprising that He showed anger. His anger never ran wild, however, and anger danger was never an issue with Him. But Jesus often got angry at His disciples, especially Peter. He got angry with the Pharisees. Jesus got angry with the priests and publicans of the temple. It is very revealing what ticked Jesus off. Of course, we are encoded beings, and... Read more
My landmark book Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom often goes on discount on Amazon. FYI If you pastor a church and you’re preaching the kingdom message, please go to MinistryMind.org and fill out the application at the bottom. I look forward to hearing from you! Read more
“Politics is the Church’s worst problem. It is her constant temptation, the occasion of her greatest disasters, the trap continually set for her by the Prince of this World.” ~ Jacques Ellul. In Episode 12 of THE INSURGENCE PODCAST, Frank and Jeffrey discuss two different ways Insurgents practice voting in political elections. This is a must listen to. The perspectives for kingdom people are uncommon today. Read more
God, who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of His own purpose and grace, which He gave us in Christ Jesus. ~ 2 Timothy 1:9 The following excerpt is by T. Austin-Sparks: Whenever we are being faced with some new and different course, some fresh proposition or position, there is one all-governing question that we should ask, and which we should take ample time to ponder and pray over seriously.... Read more
If you ever listen to a pastor, teacher, or conference speaker rehearse a story, you’ll often hear them say something like this: “After I finished my talk last month, someone came up to me and asked . . .” The phrase “someone came up to me” is a well-worn statement that’s unthinkingly repeated by speakers, both Christian and non-Christian alike. These speakers hear others use it, then they unwittingly use it without a thought. I used to use it myself until someone challenged me to examine... Read more
If you’re like me, you are sometimes given to periods of discouragement. It’s easy to get caught up in the moment and focus on the empty side of the glass, losing sight of the full side. This post, then, is a reminder to all of us to keep in view what God has done for us and what He has given us . . . and to give thanks. I’ll begin with a story of Jesus . . . taking... Read more
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