Product Description Felt the pull of God? Answered it? Freaked out about what to do next?
As Brian Tome was talking to a new Christ-follower in his office, he realized that he had nothing on his bookshelf that would give her the "straight talk" on the radical new life she was about to begin. So he penned Welcome to the Revolution a bold, honest, humorous guide to joining the ever-advancing Kingdom of God. "The Revolution," as Tome calls the Christian life, is already underway, and while it is both exhilarating and fulfilling, it's challenging and confusing at times. This book will guide the reader from the basics (navigating through Christian kitsch at the bookstore) to the practical (Bible reading and building community) to the profound (concepts of forgiveness and using imagination in prayer). To those people who have previously dismissed the "Christian" life, or those who want to learn more about God in an accessible way, this book will be the breath that clears the air and shows them how to follow a Revolutionary God.
I paid it forward....January 4, 2009 I first too must confess that I belong to Crossroads in Cincinnati. Brian is my pastor. He is also the first pastor in my 30 something years to be able to convey to me what it looks like to follow Christ. Prior to stepping into Crossroads (actually being nagged by a friend to try it out for months before I finally gave in because I don't "do church")I have never been shown by a pastor, preacher, father, minister, etc how to live the life God has planned for me. Prior to coming to Crossroads I never had an "A-ha" moment in any format of church, faith, belief, religion, etc. Brian has a way, which he has so plainly and realistically exemplified throughout this book, of being straight up on what the bible teaches us that God has for us if only we will receive His love that He patiently waits for us to receive. This book is an exceptionally easy read that put me into laughter, tears, and most importantly deep thought. It is a true guide for anyone, such as myself, seeking God and trying to get past the "religion" boundaries that many people believe is a true guide to God's plan. All of my life I felt like I had to be a certain way, say certain things in order for God to hear my prayers. I am learning this is not true. Tonight I brought a friend to Crossroads with me for her first service. When we got home I handed her my copy of this book. I am confident it will guide her where she needs to be in her search for God. Maybe one day she will pay it forward as well....I would give this book 50 stars if I could, but it only goes up to 5. Highly recommended read.
InspiringNovember 1, 2008 This is a wonderful, fun book for a new believer. It makes Christianity seem like something real and human. It's not at all stuffy and Brian Tome has a way with words that will make you feel like you are on your way to Heaven. You just need to "love" on everyone.
RevolutionOctober 6, 2008 Awesome book. I've listened to Brian Tome at church for about 10 years and the book is right on and speaks directly to you. Recommend it to anyone who is still searching or who already connects with God.
A wonderful resourceSeptember 11, 2008 What a wonderful resource for those new to a life of faith. It is indeed a true field guide that would greatly assist new believers as they take their first uncertain steps, and transition from life as a new believer to life as a follower of Christ. Brian writes with endearing transparency and refreshing humor. He addresses, with great candor, the hard questions common to new believers. The reader is introduced to life in the Kingdom through scripture, as well as well crafted stories used to illustrate foundational beliefs. All this is interwoven with just enough irreverent humor to make it highly digestible and authentic.
A great gift idea...September 11, 2008 A Field Guide For New Believers Brian Tome Thomas Nelson, 2008 ISBN: 9780849920059 4 Stars A great gift idea... Reviewed by Debra Gaynor for ReviewYourBook.com, 09/08 A Beginning Christian can find their new life confusing. They are not sure what they are supposed to believe or how they are supposed to act. Too many Beginning Christians are afraid they will lose their freedom. Brian Tome realized that there were no books to meet the needs of Beginning Christians. He wrote Welcome to the Revolution to meet that need, for in his own words the Christian life is one of Revolution. What we call freedom is many times bondage. Freedom to make our own choices, freedom to smoke what we want, drink what we want, and spend what we want can put us in bondage to addiction, illness, and debts. Our freedom comes only when we fully submit our will to the Lord. We can try choosing things we will do for him by praying: I will give, I will serve, I will.....etc., but what we should be saying is I will submit. Tome writes in a simple, easy-to-understand style. Welcome to the Revolution would make a great gift for any "new Christian."
