Revolutionary Kingdom: Following the Rebel Jesus

by Mike Slaughter, Karen Perry Smith

What exactly is a disciple, and how will we know if we have made one? There are three core values that a disciple undiluted devotion to the Lordship of Jesus Christ, a Kingdom of God worldview, and a missional lifestyle.


In Revolutionary Following the Rebel Jesus , author and Pastor Mike Slaughter explores why we must exchange comfortable cultural worldviews and values for the radical requirements of living out the Kingdom of God on Planet Earth. When God’s people get serious about this call, it’s revolutionary. Jesus himself was the most radical revolutionary who ever lived and provided us a vision of a kingdom worth dying for.


Welcome to the revolution!


Additional components for a six-week study include a DVD featuring Mike Slaughter and a comprehensive Leader Guide.

Genres: Religion

128 pages, Paperback

Published August 20, 2019

About the author

Mike Slaughter is the lead pastor at Ginghamsburg Church in Tipp City, Ohio. Under his leadership, Ginghamsburg became known as an early innovator of small group ministry and a leader in global mission efforts. A frequently sought-after speaker, he is the author of many books, including Dare to Dream, Hijacked, Change the World, Christmas Is Not Your Birthday, and Upside Living in a Downside Economy.

Reviews

[Patrick · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book in segments with one of the Congregants that I intern at as a pastor. At first when I picked it up I wasn't sure if I'd like the book. I have to say I found the book to be very well written and I agree with most of the stuff the author has to say. His thoughts on making disciples are wonderful and I find them to be a breath of fresh air. When I was still attending divinity school in my classes one thing that was discussed was the fact that the church does a great job of calling people to Christ but not so good at making disciples of the people that accept Christ as their savior. Now he uses the word Christ Follower to describe this but it's about actually doing and living the way that Christ taught here during his ministry before he rose into heaven after the resurrection. It was a wondeful read and I give it five stars.

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

As far as reading the book is concerned, it is well-written although I might have given it a 3.5. It is helpful for reading for those who may not have had prior exposure to the author’s presentation of a “radical” following of Jesus. I read it within the context of a small group and we watched the videos the accompany the book, which led to good discussions. I think the book is most useful in group reading and discussion so that awareness of issues and plans for action can occur.

[Rebecca Connell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good book for Methodists