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nerdyrev's review against another edition
4.0
I have to admit something right up front- I am a big fan of Brian McLaren's work. I don't always agree with all of his conclusions, but I really enjoy reading his books. When I started The Great Spiritual Migration, I already came into the book with a bit of foreknowledge-
1. The church is changing. Some are calling this the next reformation.
2. The biggest religious group growing right now are the nones.
3. Due to all of these changes and shifts, there is an edge to some in the church about what to do. Mainlines are shrinking and have been for centuries and evangelical churches experienced a small growth, but are experiencing the same thing now.
I, of course, had other bits of knowledge ahead of time, but these were the pertinent ones :-)
This book not only helped summarize and put into perspective some of these things I already knew, but looked for transformation in the midst of it all. McLaren's premise is that through these changes, Christianity can allow a new vision of faith to shine forth. It is a more hopeful outlook rather than a woe is me outlook that some other Christian books have produced. I could hand this book to a council or another Christian seeking answers and it would help. I really enjoyed this one and gave it 4 stars.
I wish to thank Blogging for Books for a copy of this book. I received it in exchange for an honest review.
1. The church is changing. Some are calling this the next reformation.
2. The biggest religious group growing right now are the nones.
3. Due to all of these changes and shifts, there is an edge to some in the church about what to do. Mainlines are shrinking and have been for centuries and evangelical churches experienced a small growth, but are experiencing the same thing now.
I, of course, had other bits of knowledge ahead of time, but these were the pertinent ones :-)
This book not only helped summarize and put into perspective some of these things I already knew, but looked for transformation in the midst of it all. McLaren's premise is that through these changes, Christianity can allow a new vision of faith to shine forth. It is a more hopeful outlook rather than a woe is me outlook that some other Christian books have produced. I could hand this book to a council or another Christian seeking answers and it would help. I really enjoyed this one and gave it 4 stars.
I wish to thank Blogging for Books for a copy of this book. I received it in exchange for an honest review.
dogoodwithbooks's review against another edition
4.0
Originally getting this book at a book swap, I didn't exactly knew what to expect. The cover and description really drew me in and I figured it was worth a read. In The Great Spiritual Migration: How the World's Largest Religion is Seeking a Better Way to Be Christian, McLaren talks about what the future of Christianity could look like as well as offering solutions to address the current problems facing the church.
That being said, I think anyone who is a Christian or anyone who wants to learn about the state of Christianity today should read this book. This book will definitely make you think, and McLaren provides discussion questions at the end of every chapter to reflect on what was being discussed. Nevertheless, I think that this book will give readers a better sense of what it means to be a Christian in the 21st century.
That being said, I think anyone who is a Christian or anyone who wants to learn about the state of Christianity today should read this book. This book will definitely make you think, and McLaren provides discussion questions at the end of every chapter to reflect on what was being discussed. Nevertheless, I think that this book will give readers a better sense of what it means to be a Christian in the 21st century.
rwaringcrane's review against another edition
4.0
Much of what McLaren describes and names so well in the first half of the book hit that spot in me that recognizes truth. Ah-ha, I'm not the only one to think/feel/experience such and such. I found the views so compelling, I bought a copy of my own (because I'd started with a library book). Who doesn't appreciate knowing they are not alone?
And then the focus of the writing shifts to how-to. My momentum slacked, and I felt like I was in the weeds. This is most likely a reflection on my need/interest rather than on the topic or the writing.
I'm going to trust that timing matters and that when I'm ready, I'll find McLaren waiting to walk me through what comes next in living a life that is in tune with what I believe.
And then the focus of the writing shifts to how-to. My momentum slacked, and I felt like I was in the weeds. This is most likely a reflection on my need/interest rather than on the topic or the writing.
I'm going to trust that timing matters and that when I'm ready, I'll find McLaren waiting to walk me through what comes next in living a life that is in tune with what I believe.
hannahfox's review against another edition
5.0
I started reading this book and couldn’t help myself from highlighting all the amazing points made by the author. McLaren writes about how we should be making more strides to advance our faith in love and focus on adding to some of the pillars that currently exist in the Christian community. It makes you think deeper about the difference between faith and beliefs within the Christian community, also how we all need one another as members of the same body to progress on this spiritual migration.
One of my favorite quotes from the author was a reminder that love was not only the heart of who Jesus was but the heartbeat of His daily life. As Christians, we should be showing others love and grace each day, just like God gives to us.
One of my favorite quotes from the author was a reminder that love was not only the heart of who Jesus was but the heartbeat of His daily life. As Christians, we should be showing others love and grace each day, just like God gives to us.
blckngld18's review against another edition
5.0
MUST read for Christians as well as people of all faiths.
paganathiest's review against another edition
5.0
If you are new to deconstructing your faith, or are simply longing for something that is real and authentic, ‘The Great Spiritual Migration’ is an excellent starting point. Through personal experience in his own journey, Brian gently walks through what Christianity needs to be to reach the world, and dares us to dream a better vision for our faith.
ri_reads's review against another edition
challenging
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
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