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Marx and Moody: Two Contemporaries. Two Gospels. Two Tombstones. One Choice.
Two lives. Two legacies. Two world views at battle today.Karl Marx and D.L. Moody. The contrast between these men could not be greater. They made similar promises—promises of freedom and a better world. Yet the lessons they left behind are as divergent as night and day. One sought to liberate people but ultimately enslaved them. The other preached forgiveness from sin and set people free.These two men represent opposing worldviews that have competed throughout history—views that are very much alive today. Marxist ideas are surfacing all over the world, infiltrating even the most unlikely places here in America. Pastor emeritus of The Moody Church Erwin Lutzer, along with historian Dr. Gregg Quiggle, reveals the seduction and impact of Marxist ideology. Marx and Moody showcases the difference between a man-centered worldview and a God-centered worldview, critiquing Marxism through the lens of the Bible while exploring the nature of God, humanity, and the consequences of ideas.In this in-depth analysis, this book compares the impact of Karl Marx with D. L. Moody’s ministry and highlights what our lives should be centered on during these turbulent times in history—the joy of sharing the good news of the gospel.Two different belief systems. Two different legacies. Two different destinies. Two very different eternities. Marx and Moody is an essential book for our time—contrasting the danger and destruction of Marxism with the power, salvation, and true freedom found in Jesus Christ.
283 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 1, 2026
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October 7, 2026
This is a very good read. The topic is exceptionally important. I'd recommend this to anyone, but especially those younger folks who have found themselves warming up to the idea of socialism/communism.
In my opinion, having more insight into the man who supposedly invented those ideas is an absolute requirement. I think it is essential for all to know that Marx struggled mightily (or 'failed' might be a more factual way to state it) to be a decent human being (son, husband, father, friend). Personally, I would not care to hear opinions about how the entirety of society and industry should be configured from someone who couldn't function adequately in his own sphere of humanity. Add to that the dismal record of countries that experimented with communism over the past century or so, and one would think that communism would be excluded from any additional serious consideration by rational adults. But alas...that's apparently not the case. This book is a good start to refocus on how weak an idea communism is, and always has been.
In my opinion, having more insight into the man who supposedly invented those ideas is an absolute requirement. I think it is essential for all to know that Marx struggled mightily (or 'failed' might be a more factual way to state it) to be a decent human being (son, husband, father, friend). Personally, I would not care to hear opinions about how the entirety of society and industry should be configured from someone who couldn't function adequately in his own sphere of humanity. Add to that the dismal record of countries that experimented with communism over the past century or so, and one would think that communism would be excluded from any additional serious consideration by rational adults. But alas...that's apparently not the case. This book is a good start to refocus on how weak an idea communism is, and always has been.
October 11, 2026
I think every young person should read this.
Just as you would expect this book to do, it does a decent job of laying out Karl Marx's philosophies and D.L. Moody's philosophies.
This book also goes into both backgrounds as young men which was surprisingly a Christian upbringing for Karl Marx. He considered entering the seminary as a teenager but, this all changed during his college years.
The second half of this book is a biography of D.L. Moody. There were no surprises for me in this section, but many people, especially young people are not very familiar with him.
This book does a very nice job of educating the reader on both these men as it compares their backgrounds, values and different philosophies.
Just as you would expect this book to do, it does a decent job of laying out Karl Marx's philosophies and D.L. Moody's philosophies.
This book also goes into both backgrounds as young men which was surprisingly a Christian upbringing for Karl Marx. He considered entering the seminary as a teenager but, this all changed during his college years.
The second half of this book is a biography of D.L. Moody. There were no surprises for me in this section, but many people, especially young people are not very familiar with him.
This book does a very nice job of educating the reader on both these men as it compares their backgrounds, values and different philosophies.
November 5, 2026
A fascinating concept. Consider this book a broad overview of each man not an in-depth look by any means. However it is enough to get the point across the book is trying to make. A comparison/contrast between the two men. Both were alive at the same time in history. Yet the results of their beliefs and lives brought very different outcomes.
October 19, 2026
Review of Marx and Moody
It was good, not great. Marx was not discussed nearly as much as Moody. I am not a Communist, but the similarities and contrast were not discussed to my satisfaction. Lots of info on Moody, a true national hero
It was good, not great. Marx was not discussed nearly as much as Moody. I am not a Communist, but the similarities and contrast were not discussed to my satisfaction. Lots of info on Moody, a true national hero
October 20, 2026
An insightful perspective and contrast into the lives of Karl Marx and D L Moody that were contemporaries and who influence the world in opposite ways.
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