A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture
- Ethics, Culture & Social Issues
- Christian Living
- Publisher: Moody Publishers
- Published: 2026
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Publisher's Description
When our faith is challenged, the best response isn't to fall back. It's to go deeper. We're living in a cultural storm. Perhaps you feel it. Postmodern philosophy and secular ideologies have trickled from academia to the broader culture, eroding belief in basic Christian doctrines. Christian teachings on family and sexuality, once respected by the wider culture, are now considered suspect or even dangerous. Increasingly, the Western world finds the church unnecessary, offensive, and irrelevant. Many Christians feel disoriented and discouraged. A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture invites and shows us how to remain steadfast and faithful in this unique and challenging time in history. Pastor and professor Mike Tatlock explores how every aspect of our lives—our identity, appetites, behavior, and the way we relate to God and each other—must be rooted in God's purposes. Readers reflect on topics like engaging the world without being scared, discernment over deception, contending for the faith without damaging our faith, feasting on the goodness of God, spiritual resilience, flourishing, and more. Can we live in such a way that our faith is compelling and not compromising, complacent, or combatant? We can be tempted to despair or hide, to revile instead of reveal. This book offers another option. To live a compelling faith and to offer a compelling faith. Get a glimpse of your purpose in God's cosmic plan, redeem the time, and joyfully serve Him regardless of what is transpiring in our world. The storm is only going to grow stronger. It's time to send our roots down deep. Tatlock shows us how to cultivate A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture.
Endorsements (6)
“If you watch the news even for a few minutes or scroll through your Instagram feed, you'll see arguments, protests, and downright hate thrown around everywhere! So how are we as Christians supposed to live when the larger culture around us is quick to make compromises? I'm thankful to my friend Mike for addressing this very question in his new book. It's not about fighting back against culture, and it's not about going quiet either. Instead, as Jesus followers, we're called to be deeply rooted in what we know is true. Searching for calm in the chaos like so many of us are? Don't miss the wisdom Mike has to share!”
“My good friend Mike Tatlock has written a book 'for such a time as this.' A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture reflects Mike's years of ministering here in Portland, Oregon, a city that's been at the epicenter of so many of the cultural tensions facing our nation. There are time-proven ways that we, as the church, and as individual followers of Jesus, can work for the shalom of our cities and neighborhoods without compromising biblical truth. Anyone burdened by the season we're in and looking for practical ways forward needs to read this book.”
“As a fellow pastor and leadership coach, I found A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture to be one of the most timely and transformative books I have read in years. Mike Tatlock speaks directly to the pressures leaders and believers are facing in today's cultural climate, offering not only a clear diagnosis of the moment we are living in but also deep and practical biblical solutions. His insights into rootedness, identity, and spiritual resilience are pastorally wise and prophetically bold. This book strengthens the heart, sharpens conviction, and calls the church back to a faith that stands firm, shines brightly, and engages the world with courage and compassion. It is a message every Christian and every leader needs right now.”
“My friend Mike Tatlock has always been a model for how to be a Christian on mission in a context of hostility and compromise. I've seen his ministry in the flesh—and he has modeled what it means to live faithfully in a cultural context swirling with difficulty, chaos, and pain. This book is a testimony to that fruitful ministry. And it is a gift to the church as he is sharing his secrets for faithfulness. I commend this. And hope you find it a helping hand from an elder brother ahead.”
“Mike Tatlock is a pastor who combines an all-in heart, a deep wisdom for living a disciple's life, and riveting writing. He brings deep biblical and pastor insight to lead readers to A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture. Enjoy his author skills and grow to the joy of the life of a Jesus follower.”
“Mike is a master at keeping faith practical, and this is proof. 'Deep yet simple' is how I describe the content. Follow his lead through this journey and you just might discover a freedom you never knew existed.”
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