unChristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity... and Why It Matters

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Editorial reviews

Product Description
Based on groundbreaking Barna Group research, unChristian uncovers the negative perceptions young people have of Christianity and explores what can be done to reverse them.

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Customer reviews

review by: date: 2008-09-30 rating:
Ever Christian should read this book, especially pastors!
Great book, every Christian should read this book. This book is especially beneficial for pastors and will help them in the way they lead and guide their congregation.

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review by: unicu 81 date: 2008-09-16 rating:
will read soon... I hope
I haven't had a chance to read this book, but it comes with a good recommendation.

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review by: date: 2008-09-16 rating:
A vicar's review.
This is a book based on three years of extensive research by the Barna Group concerning the perceptions of Christianity from the viewpoint of 'outsiders,' or those who are not Christians. The research results are embarrassing and ought to be of great concern to ministers and laity alike.

When asked to describe Christianity the following descriptions were given at least 75% of the time: Anti-Homosexual, Judgmental, Hypocritical, Old-Fashioned, Too political.

The reader quickly gathers that there are adjectives that are missing. One would hope that descriptions such as: Loving, Kind, Generous, Merciful, Helpful and Fulfilling would be on the list. Unfortunately, they are not.

Consequently, Christianity has an image problem. Though we are Christians, too often we are actually promoting an 'unchristian' faith.

The statistics gathered by the Barna Group set the foundation for the rest of the book. Author David Kinnaman and co-author Gabe Lyons clearly and effectively interpret the mounds of statistics that they have gathered. After presenting the data in a meaningful way, Kinnaman and Lyons offer practical and thoughtful suggestions on how to go about changing the pejorative adjectives that are unfortunately attached to Christianity today.

UnChristian is a quick read at 256 pages and will transform the way you look at ministry.

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review by: date: 2008-09-06 rating:
A look at the Christian Church
This is a book that should be read by every Christian; especially those whose main contacts are within their churches. Written by the head of the Barna Group and based on the group's surveys about the church, this book reveals what those outside of the church think of Christians. It's not a flattering picture. The book goes on to explore the various areas and reflects on what Christians might be doing wrong or other ways to communicate the truths of the Bible that might be more easily understood by those they are trying to reach. It is a book which will cause you to think and pray and has the potential to change your life.


review by: date: 2008-09-02 rating:
Frank, honest, and sobering
This book shares a scienitific based review of how the unchurched view mainstream Christianity. Though frank and sobering, the results will not be surprising to most Christians. Rather than reflect God's love, Christians all too often reflect judgementalism. I took the book to heart and will try to be mindful of the way that I image God and the church to the world. It is a "must read" for every Christian who deals with everyday people, especially for Christians who live in larger metropolitan cities or college towns.

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