I've been reading a new book that's rather intriguing and am wondering if anyone else out there has read it. The basic premise is that the author, a self-professed atheist, wanted to give Christianity or other religions a fair chance to convince him of their legitimacy. So, he set up an auction on eBay. The winning bidder could have the author attend 1 hour of worship service for every $10 bid. Interestingly enough, the winning bid was over $500 and the winning bidder had the author attend various Christian churches of all sizes and denominations and give his observations in blog format. You can look at this at http://friendlyatheist.com/ . He makes some very interesting observations about how churches approach sharing their faith with those who do not share their church background or upbringing. Stay tuned for more, and send me your comments if you've heard about this book.
Monday, August 20, 2007
Thinking About Church (and Faith)
I've been reading a new book that's rather intriguing and am wondering if anyone else out there has read it. The basic premise is that the author, a self-professed atheist, wanted to give Christianity or other religions a fair chance to convince him of their legitimacy. So, he set up an auction on eBay. The winning bidder could have the author attend 1 hour of worship service for every $10 bid. Interestingly enough, the winning bid was over $500 and the winning bidder had the author attend various Christian churches of all sizes and denominations and give his observations in blog format. You can look at this at http://friendlyatheist.com/ . He makes some very interesting observations about how churches approach sharing their faith with those who do not share their church background or upbringing. Stay tuned for more, and send me your comments if you've heard about this book.
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Mother was telling me about this book (that you were reading it). I look forward to looking at his blog. It sounds interesting.
I also hear that you ended up getting a plummer!! ;) yipee!
I think this man went to Mars Hill (Rob Bell's church). I remember him talking about it.
Keely
more thoughts here
http://www.wadehodges.com/2007/08/23/late-for-church/
Matt
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