Peter Rollins Books

Exploring the concept of "religionless Christianity," Peter Rollins delves into profound ideas that Dietrich Bonhoeffer hinted at but never fully developed. The book challenges readers with subversive parables and thought-provoking insights, encouraging them to push the boundaries of their understanding. Rollins combines stimulating prose with a clear narrative, inviting readers to engage in a transformative journey that examines the essence of faith and truth beyond conventional beliefs. This thought-provoking work promises both clarity and discomfort in its exploration of spirituality.

Explores the theory and praxis of emerging church, based on an analysis of twelve Ikon services, on topics such as: 'The Prodigal Father', 'Risk' and 'Advent'.

Presents the parables of Jesus - odd and unexpected stories that set hearers and readers spinning off course from what is safe and familiar towards some completely different kind of understanding.

Arguing that God has traditionally been thought of as a type of product that will make you whole, remove your suffering and give you the truth, Rollins contrasts this with an approach to faith that invites us to embrace suffering, face up to our unknowing and fully accept the difficulties of existence

The book features insights from four influential authors who explore the cultural, theological, philosophical, and biblical foundations of the emerging church movement. It delves into the implications of this movement on contemporary faith and practice, providing a comprehensive understanding of its significance. Additionally, a companion DVD enhances the discussion, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the evolving landscape of modern Christianity.

The only church that illuminates is a burning one

"Peter Rollins knows one magic trick - now, make sure you watch closely. It has three parts: the Pledge, the Turn, and the Prestige. In The Divine Magician, each part comes into play as Rollins describes the way God works in our world today, and how this connection helps us understand the truly radical message of Christianity. The Divine Magician interrogates traditional religious notions from a refreshingly original perspective, undermining the commonplace debates involving dogma, doctrine, and tradition. Rejecting our preconceptions of what the spiritual and the religious mean, Rollins argues for a deeply material faith that finds meaning not in a set of beliefs, but in a passionate commitment to the world. This incendiary reading of Christianity breaks the boundaries of religion and overturns the tables of conventional wisdom. It offers hope for those seeking a depth and density in life, calling for the existing church to disappear, only to reappear in a fundamentally new and dynamic form."--Publisher's description.