J'ai lu, Août 2009

Unfortunately for you, dear readers, August marked the second consecutive month where I read sub-par quantity of books, but above-par quality. I do believe that being back at my desk-sitting jobs will enable me to meet my quota for the following months (or so I hope). But for now, here is what it is:

Jesus for President (Claiborne) -- The author of The Irresistible Revolution (which has also appeared on this blog) writes again from a slightly different platform, but on similar issues and with a similar agenda (that being to light a fire under complacent Christians to get up and start living). Claiborne speaks through Ancient Israel and Egypt, the Roman Empire, the early Church, and both past and Modern America. He talks about the politics of each. And he talks about the politics of Jesus. Definitely something worthwhile if you have a feeling that the state has lured the church into a destructive love affair of sorts. I found it really helpful in trying to distinguish the politics of Jesus from the politics that have been preached at me--from both the White House and from the pulpit. (9)

You can borrow this if you want. We can talk about this if you want. I've got a list of books that explore this issue more, and I'll continue reading and exploring what life looks like when "my first allegiance is not to a flag, a country or a man."