Radical Together: Excruciating Power

When I picked up "Radical Together" by David Platt, the first thing I noticed was the paper. Before I read the content, I saw that the book was printed on pages of inexpensive quality. Don't get me wrong. There is nothing wrong with the book's product excellence but usually publishers spend a lot of money to make the book high quality paper for that "draw factor." If that were the case, all the content inside would be hypocritically dismantled. Why?

The book hits the heart with a "in your face" impact. If you want a book to challenge you, buy it. If you want to stay the same type of person or Christian, don't read it. I have read literally hundreds, probably thousands of book in my years of study as a minister. This is in the top 25 in power, profundity, and persuasion.

Honestly? I am not sure I can apply it. Yes, I know I am a pastor and ought to be selfless and dedicated to the cause of Christ but this confrontation really makes me consider if I can decide to be radical with my church in the same way as the early church. If I do, it will cause me to change not only my life but also The Fountain of Grace.

Like the paper, it is simple and noteworthy. Don't miss this soul stretcher and pray that your heart will be willing to be new paper for Christ. Give up the expensive lifestyle, the usual, and the profuse. In the end, all of us will rejoice for the sacrifice in being radical together.

I received this book for free from Booksneeze in exchange for writing a review.