The Secret Message of Jesus

	THE SECRET MESSAGE OF JESUS Uncovering the Truth that  Could Change Everything Brian D. McLaren

McLaren shares his insight that Jesus’ goal was not mental enlightenment but personal transformation.

“The portrait of Jesus I found in the New Testament didn’t fit with the image of Christianity projected by religious institutions, charismatic televangelists, religious spokespeople in the media—and sometimes, my own preaching.” (5)

“But seeking to believe what is true—seeking to see things as closely as possible to the way they really are, seeking to be faithful to what is and was and will be—puts you increasingly in touch with reality and helps you become a wise and good person.” (6) “Having truer beliefs—beliefs more aligned with reality—makes all the difference. (7)

“In my religious upbringing, I was not taught the public and political dimensions of Jesus’ message—only the personal, private dimensions.” “But Jesus’ idea that God loves my nations’ enemies, and so our foreign policies should reflect that love—that idea never crossed my mind.” (110)

“He says the kingdom is at hand, available to be grasped, knocking at the door—not just someday in the future, but here and now. Here and now!” (22-24)

“Jesus’ proclamation threatens the status quo, something that would perhaps appeal to the poor and oppressed, but would inspire something less than enthusiasm among the well-to-do and powerful fro whom the status quo was a nice arrangement.” (25)

“The message of Jesus may well be called the most revolutionary of all time.” (32)===>Click headline to access complete review . . .

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