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A Humbled Resistance An Examination and Response to Shane Claiborne’s The Irresistible Revolution and Jesus for President (with Chris Haw) by T. A. Ragsdale "You Just Don't Get It" --before you send that email |
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I've attempted to break up the full response
into bite-sized chunks below. I hope that you will find it helpful. I am attempting to represent Claiborne fairly, so please let me know if you find errors or misrepresentations.
Outline
Truth and Theology/Doctrine
Biblical Texts Examined
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All Scripture Quotations are taken from the ESV
The Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV) is adapted from the Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. All rights reserved.
This paper is not for sale and may be freely copied and distributed as long as it is not altered.
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Links and Resources
- Download the full response in a printable pdf file:
A Humbled Resistance - Zondervan's promotional page for the Jesus for President
- The Jesus for President tour blog. [Albuquerque entry with my comment]. A friend had given them a copy of my response.
- Shane Claiborne's bio page
- An excellent review of The Irresistible Revolution from the 9 Marks e-Journal.
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Disclaimer
You will, no doubt, find things you disagree with on this site. Keep in mind our goal is not to offend, but to inform. Rather than discussing personalities, we seek to discuss and defend Christian doctrine, issues, lifestyle, and worldview from a distinctively Reformed perspective. If you believe we have crossed that line, please let us know and we'll consider revising.
If you have questions, comments, or concerns you may email me at Tim @ objectivegospel.org (no spaces).


