Shane claiborne a monastic revolution the on being project. The irresistible revolution all quotes are from the irresistible revolution by shane claiborne, published by zondervan, grand rapids, michigan in 2006 1. In this book, shane claiborne describes an authentic faith rooted in belief, action, and love. It has encouraged me to re read passages such as matthew 57 in a new light. Shane claiborne is a christian activist and author who is a leading figure in the new monasticism movement and one of the founding members of the nonprofit organization, the simple way, in philadelphia, pennsylvania. I must say that i am still passionately prolife, i just have a much more holistic sense of what it means to be for life, knowing that life does not just begin at conception and end at birth, and that if i am going to discourage abortion, i had better be ready to adopt some babies and care for some mothers. In the irresistible revolution, shane claiborne invites you into a movement of the spirit that begins in the heart and extends through our hands into a. In the irresistible revolution, youll be challenged by a radical christianity passionate for peace, social justice, and alleviating the suffering. Its so rich in amazing stories, theres no way i can recreate the experience of reading it.
In 2006, the eastern university graduate authored the irresistible revolution. The main characters of this christian, non fiction story are. Today i am thrilled to share shane claibornes responses to your questions for ask shane claiborne. Irresistible revolution ive just had the good fortune of reading irresistible revolution by shane claiborne. The irresistible revolution, by shane claiborne center for practical. Shane s faith led him to dress the wounds of lepers with mother teresa, visit families in iraq amidst bombings. Shane claiborne born july 11, 1975 is a christian activist and author who is a leading figure in the new monasticism movement and one of the founding members of the nonprofit organization, the simple way, in philadelphia, pennsylvania. Living as an ordinary radical by shane claiborne editor. Shane claiborne, the author of the irresistible revolution, is a man of great moral clarity and bravery. Hes not just writing about an irresistible revolution, hes trying to lead one. In the irresistible revolution, he makes the very provocative case that the only possible life for a real christian to follow is to sell all of ones possessions and work for the widow, the orphan, the poor, the oppressed. Shane claiborne narrated by shane claiborne length.
We can write a check to feed starving children or hold signs in the streets and feel like weve made a. Well done shane our homegroup is now wiser and delivers more actions because of your influence. The irresistible revolution by shane claiborne a critique. Each year he speaks in a dozen countries and nearly. He not only espouses and evangelizes for communal living, public protest, and pacifism, he lives it. The irresistible revolution quotes by shane claiborne. Jan 23, 2006 the irresistible revolution is a novel that searches for real and true christians. Shane claiborne graduated from eastern university and did graduate work at princeton seminary. Shane writes and speaks extensively about peacemaking, social justice, and jesus and is the author of several books including the irresistible revolution and jesus for president. Living as an ordinary radical shane claiborne, jim wallis on.
What an irresistible revolution shane describes and explores with the reader. Claiborne is also a social activist, advocating for nonviolence and service to the poor. As a followup to his best seller the irresistible revolution, claiborne issues a radical manifesto on christian political imagination that our hope lies not in partisan options but in jesus and the incarnation of the church as set apart from this world. Be the first to ask a question about the irresistible revolution. In this book, shane claiborne describes an authentic faith rooted in belief, action, and love, inviting us into a movement of the spirit that begins. Shanes message will comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable, but will also invite us into an irresistible revolution. Using examples from his own unconventional life, claiborne stirs up questions about the church and the world, challenging you to live out an authentic christian faith. I wouldnt wish to discourage anybody from reading the book because the good parts are so good chapter 6 is practically a must read for modern. Irresistible revolution audiobook by shane claiborne. The irresistible revolution is a novel that searches for real and true christians. Brief video of the author reading his book, the irresistible revolution zondervan, in studio. Nov 14, 2009 shane claiborne, author of the irresistible revolution and jesus for president, speaks at biola university on living as an ordinary radical.
Living as an ordinary radical soft cover by claiborne, shane isbn. In the irresistible revolution, shane claiborne invites you into a movement of the spirit that begins in the heart and extends through our hands into a broken world. With new material throughout the book and a full new chapter, shane brings readers up to date on the revolution adding new stories. The irresistible revolution by shane claiborne a critique cord of 2 strands unwoven woven throughout this book are 2 cords. Shane claiborne is a bestselling author, christian activist, speaker, and recovering sinner. Irresistible revolution by shane claiborne audiobook.
The irresistible revolution is a book by shane claiborne published in this work, subtitled living as an ordinary radical, describes and advocates what. When shane uses some christian terms which have a specific. Jan 19, 2020 the irresistible revolution is a book by shane claiborne published in this work, subtitled living as an ordinary radical, describes and advocates what. In irresistible revolution, shane claiborne describes an authentic faith rooted in belief, action, and love, inviting us into a movement of the spirit that begins inside each of us and extends into a broken world.
Mother theresa always said, calcuttas are everywhere if only we have eyes to see. Shane claiborne, activitist and author of the irresistible revolution and jesus for president, and coauthor of common prayer, is a founder of the simple way, a community in innercity philadelphia that has helped birth and connect radical faith communities around the world. Shane s message will comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable, but will also invite us into an irresistible revolution. Shane claiborne is the founder of the simple way, an intentional community in north philadelphia. The revolution begins inside each of us, and through little acts of love, it will take over the world. Free download or read online the irresistible revolution. The irresistible revolution, by shane claiborne center. The irresistible revolution by shane claiborne youtube.
From as far as wall street, to the ghettos of america, slums in iraq and orphanages in calcutta, the author shane claiborne takes the reader on a journey though the social injustices and ungodly principles of the world and the christian church today. Red letter revolution new book by shane claiborne and tony. Oct 22, 2012 this entry was posted on monday, october 22nd, 2012 at 12. Enjoy this book on your ereader and in the format you prefer.
In december 2009, esquiremagazine invited shane claiborne to write an open letter to nonbelievers. The irresistible revolution is a book by shane claiborne published in 2006. Watch shane claibornes talk from the 2014 apprentice institute national conference titled the irresistible revolution register for the apprentice gatherin. Shane claiborne many of us find ourselves caught somewhere between unbelieving activists and inactive believers.
Irresistible revolution a group reading guide shane claibornes book irresistible revolution has caused quite a stir as it challenges readers to a renewed understanding of the fundamental importance of action, justice and support for the poor as being at the heart of the gospel message. His is a vision for ordinary radicals ready to change the world with little acts of love. What its like to be shane claiborneagain christianity today. The first edition of the novel was published in january 23rd 2006, and was written by shane claiborne. Shane s message will comfort the disturbed, and disturb the comfortable. I cant cover all the great stories, humour and inspiration but hopefully i can give you an idea of where shane is coming from and inspire you to get into it further by getting a copy, or borrowing a friends.
Aug 18, 2019 the irresistible revolution is a book by shane claiborne published in this work, subtitled living as an ordinary radical, describes and advocates what. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Early quakers discovered a relationship with god and with each other which. Shane claiborne study gateway video bible studies on. This entry was posted on monday, october 22nd, 2012 at 12.
He heads up red letter christians, a movement of folks who are committed to living as if jesus meant the things he said. He is also a soughtout speaker and writer in everexpanding spheres of visibility. Ive just had the good fortune of reading irresistible revolution by shane claiborne. In 2010, he received an honorary doctorate from eastern. Shane claiborne born july 11, 1975 is one of the founding members of a new monastic community named the potter street community formerly the simple way in philadelphia, pennsylvania. Red letter revolution new book by shane claiborne and. Before commenting in any details on shanes writing in the irresistible revolution in any detail one important point needs to be made. This work, subtitled living as an ordinary radical, describes and advocates what the author argues to be a truly christian lifestyle.
His book the irresistible revolution is a bestseller, especially among young christians and churches who are seeking to understand them. Shane claiborne is a prominent speaker, activist, and bestselling author. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 367 pages and is available in paperback format. In this updated 10 th anniversary edition of irresistible revolution, shane claiborne uses unconventional examples from his own life to stir up questions about the church and the world, while challenging readers to truly live out their christian faith. A thoughtful and lyrical examination of the relationship between faith and allegiance for modernday saints. Hes recently written a book, beating guns, about the movement he coleads to transform americas guns into garden tools. Shane writes and speaks around the world about peacemaking, social justice, and jesus, and is the author of several books including the irresistible revolution, jesus for president, and his newest book executing grace. Lots of cross references to follow up and hundreds of ideas to elicit for living simply. Shanes message will comfort the disturbed, and disturb the comfortable. Add to cart during college, a professor remarked, being a christian is about choosing jesus and deciding to do something incredibly daring with your life. In this book, shane claiborne describes an authentic faith rooted in belief, action, and love, inviting us into a movement of the spirit that begins inside each of us and extends into a broken world. He is the author of the book, the irresistible revolution. His other books include the irresistible revolution. What its like to be shane claiborneagain christianity.
The irresistible revolution is shane claiborne experience loving god and loving people. Shane claiborne has traveled the world, been part of. Shane clairbornes irresistible revolution on the radio. Shane claiborne is a bestselling author, renowned activist, soughtafter speaker, and selfproclaimed recovering sinner. If you are the publisher or author of this book and. Shane worked with mother teresa in calcutta, and founded the simple way in philadelphia. Living as an ordinary radical, quickly became a foundational text for many young, social justiceminded christians. Living as an ordinary radical paperback january 31, 2006 by shane claiborne author. This work, subtitled living as an ordinary radical, describes and advocates what. Living as an ordinary radical by shane claiborne overview in this updated 10th anniversary edition of irresistible revolution, shane claiborne uses unconventional examples from his own life to stir up questions about the church and the world, while challenging readers to truly live out their christian faith. It sparked a small, passionate group of mostly 20somethings who long for community. The irresistible revolution, by shane claiborne center for. Shane claiborne, author of the irresistible revolution and jesus for president, speaks at biola university on living as an ordinary radical.
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