The Scandal of Schism: A Journey from Sinful Division to Biblical Fidelity

by Chris Anderson

Is Christian unity a lost cause in today’s polarized world?

What if the greatest threat to Christianity comes from within?

The Scandal of Schism addresses these questions head-on, providing a balanced view of when separation is necessary and when it is sinful. In this book, Chris Anderson guides readers through the delicate task of maintaining church unity without compromising on truth. This book emphasizes the importance of separating from those who promote error, cooperating with those who uphold the truth, and avoiding schisms that distort the gospel. Anderson’s narrative is both a memoir and a theological exploration, making a compelling case for a renewed commitment to biblical fidelity and loving unity. With personal insights and biblical wisdom, Anderson lays out a roadmap for Christians seeking seeking to respond to division or difference with humility. Readers will find guidance and hope for fostering harmony in their own hearts as well as in their local churches.

Genres: Christian Living

Kindle Edition

Published December 17, 2024

About the author

Chris Anderson was named in April 2007 to the "Time 100," the newsmagazine's list of the 100 men and women whose power, talent or moral example is transforming the world. He is Editor-in-Chief of Wired magazine, a position he took in 2001, and he has led the magazine to six National Magazine Award nominations, winning the prestigious top prize for General Excellence in 2005 and 2007. He is the author of the New York Times best-seller The Long Tail, which is based on an influential 2004 article published in Wired, and runs a blog on the subject at www.thelongtail.com. Previously, he was at The Economist, where he served as US Business Editor, Asia Business Editor; and Technology Editor. He started The Economist's Internet coverage in 1994 and directed its initial web strategy. Anderson's media career began at the two premier science journals, Nature and Science, where he served in several editorial capacities. Prior to that he was a physics researcher at the Los Alamos National Lab."

Reviews

[Cherie Kompik · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great book for studying the topic of Christian separation and unity. The author walks through the scriptures on these topics and helps the reader re-evaluate priorities in that light. The author illustrates through how we end up tearing down faithful believers, the body of Christ, when we get distracted from the gospel.

[Scott Mayer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This book is a transformative, honest, and frank look at how many of us have been taught (perhaps incorrectly by well meaning people) on the subject of Biblical separation. I appreciate so much Chris’s humility, stand, and honest assessment at how he has been wrong in the past, while assuming he was biblically correct. I wish I had acknowledged this truth myself many years ago.

[Kristen D · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent! Chris was willing to step on toes in this book, all for the sake of the Gospel. I encourage people who are from fundamentalist backgrounds like mine (and I am thankful for it! God has used it in my life!) to be willing to open their eyes to see where we’ve gone off track.