7/03/2007

Above All Earthly Pow'rs - review


Above All Earthly Pow'rs by David Wells is an assessment of what it means to be a follower of Christ and a part of the Church in a postmodern world. This book is the final volume in a trilogy by Wells.

Wells starts by giving us an overview of what 'modern' and 'postmodern' outlooks to the world. He describes the harsh reality of our time: living in a consumer culture, with no truth and with no purpose. Enter Christ into such a world. Wells lays out Christ in a 'spiritual' world, in a meaningless world, in a decentered world. He wisely critiques church methods that are mere cultural adaptions, but gives some missionary direction for the Church.

This book was one of the books we received at the Desiring God Conference. Wells spoke at the conference and, while he may not be the most flamboyant speaker, his passion for Christ is evident. I know that some who read this blog have been po-mo'd to death and another book assessing the culture will have you looking for a bridge. But this book is excellent and the direction and insight Wells gives is quite incredible. Highly recommended - especially for those in ministry.

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