With the spectacular successes of churches like Saddleback and Willow Creek, churches all over are buying into the market-driven philosophy of church growth and expansion. But what price have these churches paid in order to fill their pews with people? Is the market-driven phenomenon comparable to such historical movements as the Evangelical Revival? Or has the church lost its culture wars? Gilley contends that the church has indeed lost the war, so much so that the influences of culture have become influences in the church. As such, the most significant forces pressing against the church are entertainment, market-driven philosophies and psychology. These three are largely absent from the Bible, yet are startlingly prevalent in evangelical churches. This book is a serious and timely call for churches to return to their scriptural roots.
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Reviewed by David Dressler (Mainesburg, PA), December 11, 2007
This book is very informative. I think it is a book that every believer needs to read. It starts with a brief history of how entertainment has swept our culture and its effect on the church. It is also very insightful into the seeker friendly movement and its effect on the gospel message and discipleship. As a pastor I'm recommending that EVERY believer whether or not they are in leadership positions NEED to read this well researched work.
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Reviewed by Joy Walker (Virginia Beach, VA), May 02, 2006
A great analysis of the problems with the Church Growth Movement, packed with quotes from CGM leaders and our wiser forebears! John MacArthur's Ashamed of the Gospel is a more historical, scholarly treatment -- Gilley's book cuts to the heart of the matter, so it is great for those who need to be brought up to speed quickly!
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