Brandon J O'Brien Books

Brandon J. O'Brien delves into how our Western perspective shapes our reading of Scripture. His work explores finding new ways to interpret biblical texts and grasp their original meaning. O'Brien seeks to uncover how cultural assumptions can distort our understanding of God's word. He challenges readers toward a deeper, more critical reflection on how they read and comprehend scripture.

Demanding Liberty
195 pages
7 hours of reading
3.8(33)Add rating
Historian Brandon O'Brien unveils an untold story of religious liberty in America. Between theocracy and secularism, Baptist pastor Isaac Backus contended for a third way—religious liberty and freedom of conscience for all Americans, regardless of belief. Backus's ideas impacted his era, giving us insight into how people of faith today can navigate political debates and work for the common good.

Demanding Liberty