An Unorthodox Faith: A New Reformation for a Postmodern World

The time is ripe for a new Christian reformation--a profound transformation of theological substance not just liturgical style. Jesus never intended to create a new religion of rites creeds and dogma that offered an eternal reward in heaven. Instead he announced the subversive arrival of the kingdom of God--a social and economic revolution of the heart based on a lifestyle of radical love lavish generosity extravagant forgiveness inclusive hospitality compassionate action selfless service a passion for justice creative nonviolence and simple living. He invited his followers to transform their lives and change the world. A postmodern Christianity will call people to engage in the Jesus revolution--a conspiracy of love that rises up against the unjust systems of the world through everyday acts of kindness compassion and resistance. An Unorthodox Faith provides a framework for a faithful life based on the Way of Jesus--a way of living authentically and humanely for the sake of others. It offers countless people--those who remain in the church those who have left and those who have never ventured near--with a life of faith that is meaningful intelligent and passionate. Kurt Struckmeyer is a writer theologian and founder of the Mustard Seed School of Theology. He is the author of A Conspiracy of Love (2016).