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When Everything's on Fire: Faith Forged from the Ashes
Written by Brian Zahnd
Narrated by Levi Macallister
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Is it possible to hold on to faith in an age of unbelief?
Intellectual certainty has long been a cornerstone of the Christian faith. But in an age of secularism, skepticism, and cynicism, our worldviews have been shaken. Various solutions exist—some double down on certainty, while others deconstruct their faith until there is nothing left at all. But Brian Zahnd offers a third way: what is needed is not a demolition but instead a renovation of faith.
Written with personal and pastoral experience, Zahnd extends an invitation to move beyond the crisis of faith toward the journey of reconstruction. As the world rapidly changes in ways that feel incompatible with Christianity, When Everything's on Fire provides much-needed hope. A stronger, more confident faith is possible when it is grounded in the beauty and truth of Christ. Zahnd permits us to risk the journey of deconstruction so that God can forge something more beautiful in its place.
Intellectual certainty has long been a cornerstone of the Christian faith. But in an age of secularism, skepticism, and cynicism, our worldviews have been shaken. Various solutions exist—some double down on certainty, while others deconstruct their faith until there is nothing left at all. But Brian Zahnd offers a third way: what is needed is not a demolition but instead a renovation of faith.
Written with personal and pastoral experience, Zahnd extends an invitation to move beyond the crisis of faith toward the journey of reconstruction. As the world rapidly changes in ways that feel incompatible with Christianity, When Everything's on Fire provides much-needed hope. A stronger, more confident faith is possible when it is grounded in the beauty and truth of Christ. Zahnd permits us to risk the journey of deconstruction so that God can forge something more beautiful in its place.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherChristianAudio.com
Release dateFeb 8, 2022
ISBN9781545919934
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Brian Zahnd
Brian Zahnd is the founder and lead pastor of Word of Life Church in St. Joseph, Missouri. Known for his theologically informed preaching and his embrace of the deep and long history of the church, Zahnd provides a forum for pastors to engage with leading theologians and is a frequent conference speaker. He is the author of several books, including When Everything's on Fire, Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God, A Farewell to Mars, and Beauty Will Save the World.
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Readers find this title to be a masterful and eloquent discussion about the Gospel story and the need for deconstruction and reconstruction of faith. It is an awesome read that leaves readers thankful and inspired to dream of a better church."
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Oct 6, 2023
This is the best "Good News" you've ever heard. Brian Zahnd does a masterful job telling the Gospel story through life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Oct 6, 2023
Eloquent and appropriate discussion about the need for deconstruction and reconstruction of many people’s faith. A heady read, but one without being stuffy.
Well worth your time. - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Oct 6, 2023
Such an awesome read! I was so thankful for the “I dream of a church…” at the end of the book. I join Brian in those same dreams. We are the church, may it be so with all of us readers.