Why We Love the Church: In Praise of Institutions and Organized Religion Book

Kevin and Ted invest a good third of the book coming across as defensive and cocky, attacking other authors that simply shed light on issues we should be openly discussing as the church. I believe what Kevin and Ted fail to truly understand is that there has been an increase in books that discuss gray cultural spiritual issues because Christians have gotten the reputation for being very black and white. I agree that the gospel is a black and white issue, but relationships with people are not. They are built on a willingness to listen and understand where someone is coming from. I think the books they criticize simply aim to create a more empathic conversation with people who've previously felt shut out. I don't see them as making light of or twisting the gospel, but it seems Kevin and Ted perceive it that way. Disagreements aside, it was the tone and attitude of the writing that led me to a lower rating. I would still encourage people to read it as they shape their own perspective-- many great points made about the beauty of the church at its best and the true biblical gospel.