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Summary: Fantastic book about Christian worldview
Review: I enthusiastically recommend this as one of the best books I've read in years. How Now Shall We Live? explains and promotes the Christian worldview of the world, mankind, the culture, and, of course, how Christians should make a positive impact on our society. The books is well-researched, and offers strong arguments with extensive footnotes. The writing style is thoroughly engaging. Mr. Colson mixes potent stories with straightforward narrative.If you are a Christian, or a thinking person looking for answers not found in the secular world or the pop culture, I encourage you to get a hold of this book!
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Summary: Cogent
Review: Never read this lawyer before. The book was recommended by a friend whose opinion I respect. I am a Philosopher/Theologian with a graduate degree from Loyola... I found the book very well written, readable with excellent stories for illustrations. It's a very good book.
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Summary: Enlightening and motivating
Review: Colson's book forces one to think and then motivates thought to action. Every Christian should try to read through this book. As a group study we thouroughly enjoyed lively discussions dealing with contemporary issues as played out in the daily news. Colson deals with every facet of our culture. Highly relevent and a must in helping the beliver to resist the cultural slide into barbarism.
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Summary: Too long...
Review: I usually enjoy these types of books, but I found it difficult to get through this one. Some excellent ideas concerning a variety of topics.
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Summary: starts strong but weakens as the book progresses
Review: The book starts out excellently, making very good points about creationism versus evolution, and developing themes on from there. Colson draws on science to back up scripture. A nonbeliever would find it persuasive.
The second section isn't as gripping as the first, but still pretty good and well worth your time. I'd say nonbelievers would be impressed with it.
The last third of the book disappointed me, and it's not worth your time to read. Instead of cogent, persuasive reasoning, he's opinionated and sectarian. I can't imagine a nonbeliever finding the material convincing at all.
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Summary: Excellence in Christian thinking
Review: Chuck Colson and Nancy Pearcey put together a very enjoyable, easy-reading book that the average Christian lay-person should latch onto. I am a full supporter of the authors' "Commitment to Christian Excellence," which is something I continually preach to my students. Just because we are Christian doesn't mean we have to be dull, mindless, and just plain ol' lousy. This book explains truth using contemporary language and not-too-difficult concepts. In fact, I recommend that pastors refer this book to their congregations. The chapters are written so that, if a person desired, he or she could read one each night in about 15 minutes. At this rate, a person would finish the book within two months and be truly blessed. (I found this method to be effective in my reading, as it allowed me to think through each of the points on a nightly basis.) Among some of the highlights for me: * Ch. 4 on Christian truth in an age of unbelief dealt with Christian apologetics. I especially appreciated the authors' attitude that we will change the world through the laity, not just by the scholars or the pastorate. There is a strong case to Christianity, but each Christian needs to "own" the truth for him or herself to be effective in spreading the gospel. * In part two of the book, the authors deal with creation. While they never claim to be scientists, they present some very strong information while suggesting other places to find additional (deeper) facts. Highly recommended. * Ch. 21 on suffering was one of the easiest chapters I have ever read on such a difficult issue. While there are certainly no easy answers, they do give basic thoughts to theodicy. * Ch. 34 was excellent. I especially appreciate the following quote on page 339: "...local churches need to encourage youth group leaders to go beyond volleyball and pizza parties and begin to teach apologetics and worldview issues." Amen, Chuck and Nancy. I've been saying this for years. * A number of chapters in Part 5 dealt with excellence in the arts, music, and literature. We as Christians cannot be the ostrichs of the world because God certainly demands more. The authors point out that, again, if we are going to do something, let's do it well. And let's quit calling subpar performances excellent when they are obviously not. Certainly we all have our own tastes, but it gets dreary to see some of the modern art, music, and literature touted as top-notch when anyone with a tad of taste can sinmply tell that a bridge in Brooklyn is up for sale. As Paul says in Philippians 4:8, let's consider excellence as the only attitude Christians should have. As you can see, I'm up on this book and highly recommend it. Perhaps some of these chapters will stimulate our laity to want to discover truth.
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Summary: A Colson Classic.
Review: Chuck Colson is one of my most trusted sources; he's a believer with both a keen mind and a humble, servant's heart. In this book, he and Nancy Pearcey turn their considerable intellects on the challenge of living a good, godly life in this postmodern age. Deep and yet accessible, long and yet a quick read, this book is supremely well done. You won't regret it.
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Summary: I Hate to Be Negative, Chuck, But Here Goes.....
Review: Colson's book Born Again really had a heart to it, and the tape he made as a follow on was authentic and gripping. Colson has come a long way, and has done a lot of good work. He has made the transition from prison minister to prophetic voice, doing what he can to address things in our culture we can be more aware of, and work to improve, as a reflection of Christian belief in action. But there's a little piece of cultural throwback that attaches to Chuck: He feels a little too guilty about being such an arts & letters philistine. He has a chapter in here about how we all need to engage more in the world outside of churchy, familiar circles, and picks as an example the rich tradition of classical music. He confesses that he knows little about it, but is disciplining himself listen to the great classical symphonies, even as he admits to having a "tin ear." Hold it, just wait a minute here. Look at the lyrics of some of these symphonies and operas. Look at the lives of the composers. Then, re-evaluate the choice of classical music. The perceptive reader of this, who may by this time have felt guilty about liking rock and roll better (with or without including such music produced by Christians) can rest easy. Maybe we can stop forcing ourselves to denigrate modern music, especially if the alternative classical offerings contain imagery and lyrics just as bad as Black Sabbath, the Rolling Stones, or whatever other goblin-band might otherwise not make it onto Chuck's listening list. Ah, so Colson has a point of view. It's a little stodgy, and I think he has to admit it. You're true, Chuck, but I don't think you're cool. Many people who think this book is a roadmap for all may not agree with me. It's not for everyone. It's a negative cultural message that says things you don't like are good for you, even if Chuck also dislikes them. Don't be such a [bore], Chuck. Get some newer CDs, and be free.
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Summary: Invaluable
Review: This book was an invaluable asset to my growth as a Christian in the past year. Mr. Colson and Ms. Pearcey connect the thread of a Christian world-view through all major areas of our culture and rejects any effort to compartmentalize spirituality. As our culture attempts to compress Christianity into a small box that can only be opened on Sunday mornings, Christians in turn need to reach out and show that Christianity is not only true but rational and compatible with scientific theory and essential to moral preservation. This book also gives "normal" people enough information to credibly discuss difficult topics such as intelligent design. Life is only going to get more difficult for believers and this book gives exceptional support for those who are trying to understand how the culture has deteriorated and how we need to go about not only surviving but making an impact in a "tolerant" world which is stifling the name of Jesus Christ.
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Summary: If you only read one book in your life....
Review: If you only read one book in your life...read this one. How now shall we live gives a complete understable message about the world we live in politicly, socially and religiously and how they are intertwined into our daily lives. You will be empowered and heartened by the knowledge and message imparted in this book.
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