Faith for Exiles
- Christian Living
- Ethics, Culture & Social Issues
- Evangelism & Missions
- Publisher: Baker Books (Baker Publishing Group)
- Published: 2025
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Publisher's Description
Screens disciple. The lighted rectangles in our pockets--smartphones and their bigger siblings, tablets and computers--have redefined so much about our lives, including spirituality and the pursuit of God. The ubiquity and power of the interconnected, digital age is affecting how we shape our souls. In other words, screens disciple. In a world where always-connected smart devices and search algorithms educate and entertain, digital Babylon is the new context for discipleship. That means we are all exiles now. This practical and thought-provoking book reveals findings from a groundbreaking three-year research study. Barna president David Kinnaman teams up with former executive director of Youth Specialties Mark Matlock to help you ● make sense of chaotic cultural changes and respond with compassion to the next generation of believers● recognize the biblical concept of exile as an essential framework for following Christ today● discover five research-based practices that cultivate faithfulness in digital Babylon● prepare young Christians to be on mission with Jesus in the world● empower Jesus followers of all ages to thrive in our current exileJust as Scripture says, we can remain confident that God has a bigger picture in mind for those in exile. "'For I know the plans I have for you,' says the Lord. 'They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.'"
Endorsements (7)
“A landmark and thought-provoking read—that could become literal good faith through us to further a humble and winsome common good. A highly anticipated and needed must-read for every engaged thinker.”
“A trustworthy guide through the emerging post-Christian order that neither denies the urgent reality of the bad news nor downplays the radical hope of the Good News. This prophetic book inspired me to rethink my own assumptions about how to live faithfully in our American exile.”
“A timely reminder that Christians don’t have to conform in order to survive. It encourages those of us with deep convictions not to cower but to boldly speak truth with wisdom and love. Radical followers of Jesus can be relevant.”
“Speaks prophetically to the church by diagnosing our condition and prescribing a course of powerful treatment. God’s people must practice Spirit-filled faithfulness in a culture defined by allegiance to self. This book is a trustworthy guide for that practice.”
“Will equip you to live in a courageous, intelligent, loving, and faithful way in our changing culture that has grown less friendly to followers of Jesus.”
“Calls Christians to use their faith to make society a better place, and more importantly, they equip us to walk in courage and hope. The Christian life is a counterculture journey, for it is a light shining in darkness. This is exactly what the world needs. It is impossible for light not to change darkness, unless that light is hidden.”
“Culture “Gives clarity to the challenges Christians face while inspiring us to recognize the power we have to rekindle a flame that will transform our world.”
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