A review by gracefig
Letters to the Church by Francis Chan

4.0

I first decided to read this book when I read the question on the back: "If God had his way, what would our churches look like?" I figured it would be a book that validated all my feelings toward the current church. Francis Chan affirmed my thoughts, but also convicted me along the way.

Chan digs deep to reveal how the American Church is no different than the culture it lives in. It is made from the foundation of consumerism and comfort, which goes against so many biblical truths that are preached to us. As we work to make the church appealing to the public with flashing lights, 90 minute services, and the occasional service opportunity, we begin to push out God. How different would the church be as a group of people sitting in a house with nothin more than some bread, a cup of wine, and the bible? How unstoppable would we be if we were to welcome sufferings and persecutions with joy that does nothing but strengthen our reliance on the Lord? Chan elaborates on these points and more in a book that will make you rethink the sacred church that we have morphed for our own comfort.

This book will challenge you in a way you wouldn't think, and I think you should let it.