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Dangerous Jesus: Why the Only Thing More Risky than Getting Jesus Right Is Getting Jesus Wrong
No one was more dangerous than the Lord Jesus.
From the moment He arrived on the scene, Jesus posed a threat to the unjust, a threat to the oppressors, and a threat to every semblance of authority wielded by the kingdom of darkness. He invaded the world with love for the forgotten, hope for the hopeless, and freedom for the bound. His ideas were disruptive, subversive, and scandalous to the world around Him.
Jesus was so dangerous, the powers that be killed Him.
Today, our generation is seeing a surge of people walking away from the Christian faith. But what’s repelling people isn’t Jesus; it’s that what is often propagated as mainstream Christianity is simply not worthy of His name.
Jesus is the most admired figure in history. He is also the most ignored, weaponized, reinterpreted, and misappropriated figure in history. The question is . . . who do you think He is?
In Dangerous Jesus, Kevin “KB” Burgess—award-winning rapper, podcaster, and international speaker—reintroduces us to the true Jesus, the one who poses a living threat to the status quo. He’s a threat to our division. He’s a threat to our rebellion. He is the kind of dangerous that is so infused with power from on high that nothing stays the same when He walks into the room. His love is so strong, it’s intoxicating. His truth is so good, it sets people free.
We need to reconnect with this Jesus.
We need to become a threat to the threats.
We need to be dangerous.
If you’re ready to meet the real Jesus . . . If you’re ready to join in the fight . . . If you want to make the church a genuine threat to evil once again . . . join KB in Dangerous Jesus and encounter the enemy-loving, world-changing, good-dangerous Savior.
From the moment He arrived on the scene, Jesus posed a threat to the unjust, a threat to the oppressors, and a threat to every semblance of authority wielded by the kingdom of darkness. He invaded the world with love for the forgotten, hope for the hopeless, and freedom for the bound. His ideas were disruptive, subversive, and scandalous to the world around Him.
Jesus was so dangerous, the powers that be killed Him.
Today, our generation is seeing a surge of people walking away from the Christian faith. But what’s repelling people isn’t Jesus; it’s that what is often propagated as mainstream Christianity is simply not worthy of His name.
Jesus is the most admired figure in history. He is also the most ignored, weaponized, reinterpreted, and misappropriated figure in history. The question is . . . who do you think He is?
In Dangerous Jesus, Kevin “KB” Burgess—award-winning rapper, podcaster, and international speaker—reintroduces us to the true Jesus, the one who poses a living threat to the status quo. He’s a threat to our division. He’s a threat to our rebellion. He is the kind of dangerous that is so infused with power from on high that nothing stays the same when He walks into the room. His love is so strong, it’s intoxicating. His truth is so good, it sets people free.
We need to reconnect with this Jesus.
We need to become a threat to the threats.
We need to be dangerous.
If you’re ready to meet the real Jesus . . . If you’re ready to join in the fight . . . If you want to make the church a genuine threat to evil once again . . . join KB in Dangerous Jesus and encounter the enemy-loving, world-changing, good-dangerous Savior.
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March 22, 2023
When I say I DEVOURED this book, I mean it! I read this nearly every second I had free (which unfortunately isn’t much these days with two munchkins).
The idea of a dangerous Jesus and a dangerous Gospel are not new, but the way that KB clearly bifurcates what has become so obvious in American Christianity is refreshing and convicting to everyone who reads it. I loved his voice - it reads exactly how you would be talking to someone over coffee or over dinner. At the same time, he has these asides where he starts with “Brothers and sisters” and it feels like sitting in youth group again where the pastor is talking just to you, delivering a truth that you desperately needed to hear.
The most salient theme through the book is the confrontation and delineation of the Christianity of the Land and Christianity of Christ. He borrows the phrase “Christianity of the Land” from Frederick Douglas and as he goes through all the ways that the Christianity of the Land has come to be and how vastly different it is than the Christianity of Christ, you walk away much more aware of how American Christianity has been adulterated from the Christianity of the Bible in favor of the rich, the powerful, and those that want to keep American Christians complacent. From racial reconciliation, to Christian nationalism, to trying to do everything on our own, no part of American Christianity comes out unscathed from their divergence from the Christianity of Christ.
The stories he wraps throughout the book bring about the sense of modern day parables — and as I’ve been telling everyone who will listen, has THE BEST analogy for the Kingdom of Heaven on earth that I have ever read through his story of his neighbor Raj and his Indian culture.
If you’re looking for a book that will convict you in all the right ways, send you head first into the Bible to indict your own heart, and make you more conscious of the implicit biases within the American Church, highly recommend.
The idea of a dangerous Jesus and a dangerous Gospel are not new, but the way that KB clearly bifurcates what has become so obvious in American Christianity is refreshing and convicting to everyone who reads it. I loved his voice - it reads exactly how you would be talking to someone over coffee or over dinner. At the same time, he has these asides where he starts with “Brothers and sisters” and it feels like sitting in youth group again where the pastor is talking just to you, delivering a truth that you desperately needed to hear.
The most salient theme through the book is the confrontation and delineation of the Christianity of the Land and Christianity of Christ. He borrows the phrase “Christianity of the Land” from Frederick Douglas and as he goes through all the ways that the Christianity of the Land has come to be and how vastly different it is than the Christianity of Christ, you walk away much more aware of how American Christianity has been adulterated from the Christianity of the Bible in favor of the rich, the powerful, and those that want to keep American Christians complacent. From racial reconciliation, to Christian nationalism, to trying to do everything on our own, no part of American Christianity comes out unscathed from their divergence from the Christianity of Christ.
The stories he wraps throughout the book bring about the sense of modern day parables — and as I’ve been telling everyone who will listen, has THE BEST analogy for the Kingdom of Heaven on earth that I have ever read through his story of his neighbor Raj and his Indian culture.
If you’re looking for a book that will convict you in all the right ways, send you head first into the Bible to indict your own heart, and make you more conscious of the implicit biases within the American Church, highly recommend.
March 5, 2025
4.5 stars
✝️This review is for my fellow Christian readers.
First of all, I want to make something very clear: I am in no way a progressive Christian, meaning that I DO believe Scripture is the inerrant word of God, completely true, and that it is just as applicable and relevant today as it was when it was written.
As a Christian, I’m weary of books and sermons that make it seem like it’s “us against them,” and I have to wonder why our tendency (mine included) is to often read books that validate our personal views on culture rather than challenge us to live as Jesus wants us to live. This doesn’t mean we compromise on right and wrong, but it does mean that we love our neighbors, regardless of whether we agree with them. How else are they to learn about the truth of the Gospel if we don’t live it out?
Dangerous Jesus calls us to get out of our comfort zone as Christians and to walk as Jesus did, caring about the marginalized in our society. I would challenge all believers to read this! It may make you uncomfortable, but it’s Scripturally sound.
❤️Here is a quote that summarizes much of the book’s message:
“If we go hardest against logos, brands, shoes, coffee cups, and Halloween, we run the risk of being distracted from the real battle, which…takes place not on stage…but in the heart.” (Page 195)
🤷♀️Why not five stars? I think KB’s message lost some steam towards the end of the book. The last few chapters didn’t seem as groundbreaking as the earlier sections.
🎧KB did a fantastic job narrating the book, but the sound effects were distracting and unnecessary.
✝️This review is for my fellow Christian readers.
First of all, I want to make something very clear: I am in no way a progressive Christian, meaning that I DO believe Scripture is the inerrant word of God, completely true, and that it is just as applicable and relevant today as it was when it was written.
As a Christian, I’m weary of books and sermons that make it seem like it’s “us against them,” and I have to wonder why our tendency (mine included) is to often read books that validate our personal views on culture rather than challenge us to live as Jesus wants us to live. This doesn’t mean we compromise on right and wrong, but it does mean that we love our neighbors, regardless of whether we agree with them. How else are they to learn about the truth of the Gospel if we don’t live it out?
Dangerous Jesus calls us to get out of our comfort zone as Christians and to walk as Jesus did, caring about the marginalized in our society. I would challenge all believers to read this! It may make you uncomfortable, but it’s Scripturally sound.
❤️Here is a quote that summarizes much of the book’s message:
“If we go hardest against logos, brands, shoes, coffee cups, and Halloween, we run the risk of being distracted from the real battle, which…takes place not on stage…but in the heart.” (Page 195)
🤷♀️Why not five stars? I think KB’s message lost some steam towards the end of the book. The last few chapters didn’t seem as groundbreaking as the earlier sections.
🎧KB did a fantastic job narrating the book, but the sound effects were distracting and unnecessary.
April 2, 2023
This was not new or groundbreaking, and this what KB has been saying for a while now, yet the American church needs to hear it.
I got to enjoy this excellently written & published book via hardcover, but I understand that the audio version of this book is a very good experience and would recommend it too.
I got to enjoy this excellently written & published book via hardcover, but I understand that the audio version of this book is a very good experience and would recommend it too.
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March 9, 2023This book was written by KB, but it says the author is Jackie Hill Perry on this page. I don't know if anyone can change that, but it looks like JHP just wrote the forward...
August 20, 2023
Anybody that knows me knows I’m all about KB. His music, his podcast, and the way he always unapologetically preaches and weaves the gospel throughout everything he does has inspired me for years.
This book, though, was on another level. The way KB articulates the differences between “The Christianity of the Land” and “The Christianity of Christ,” and then encourages us to be “dangerous” people who live out the latter is something we all need to hear.
His life experience, education, wisdom, and artistic ability shine through here in a way that will impress your mind and more importantly convict your soul.
Read this book.
This book, though, was on another level. The way KB articulates the differences between “The Christianity of the Land” and “The Christianity of Christ,” and then encourages us to be “dangerous” people who live out the latter is something we all need to hear.
His life experience, education, wisdom, and artistic ability shine through here in a way that will impress your mind and more importantly convict your soul.
Read this book.
June 2, 2023
Inspiring and real. Audiobook took reading it to the next level. Thanks KB
May 2, 2023
this mug.
being someone who eagerly awaits each new episode of Southside Rabbi and cherishes it like a nice glass of wine, this book was liquid gold.
the whole feel of it was both profound and also highly conversational. it felt like KB was sitting across the table from me spitting absolute heat. for days.
this book challenged me, encouraged me, and all around upped my desire for deeper communion with God. also, i ended up listening to twice as much “this is KB” on spotify while reading the book, so it also made me more of a fan of his artistry all around.
k to the second letter, not a second better.
being someone who eagerly awaits each new episode of Southside Rabbi and cherishes it like a nice glass of wine, this book was liquid gold.
the whole feel of it was both profound and also highly conversational. it felt like KB was sitting across the table from me spitting absolute heat. for days.
this book challenged me, encouraged me, and all around upped my desire for deeper communion with God. also, i ended up listening to twice as much “this is KB” on spotify while reading the book, so it also made me more of a fan of his artistry all around.
k to the second letter, not a second better.
May 6, 2024
I found this book to be a very conflicting read. On the one hand, I think that Burgess raises a lot of good points for a Christian to think on. Namely, I believe the overall theme that we often misrepresent and misunderstand Jesus and His gospel is a profoundly important point to raise. Having said that, I also think this book is riddled with questionable political and societal statements that are much deeper and complex than the author is willing to admit. In addition, while there are many references to biblical texts, they are often not used to emphasize his more controversial points and the author instead uses his own opinion to enforce those.
Lastly, I found the 2 or 3 chapters on citizenship and politics to be a tough read. The author conflates a citizen’s rightful concern with several issues such as immigration and the overall importance of values and ethics with an almost anti-Christian belief. I do not find this to be the case. While you could take these things too far and hate your neighbor (a point the author does raise), it is also important to stand up for truth and law and order for a society. In addition, the charges of overt racism in the West and particularly the United States in the present day is a lacking argument that the author does little to support. Nationalism and indeed patriotism can be employed by a Christian, so long as they are not making their nation an idol. To work for the well-being of a nation is not entirely a bad thing and while the author tries to play both sides on this issue, he comes across as someone who would rather cede the ever important social and political issues to those who vehemently disagree with the truth of Christian ethics and morality. That is not something I believe Christians should be willing to do.
I think this book is very thought provoking and deserves a read. I, however, found it disjointed, tangential, and at times condescending and arrogant when it came to supposed “truths” that the author wanted to present.
Lastly, I found the 2 or 3 chapters on citizenship and politics to be a tough read. The author conflates a citizen’s rightful concern with several issues such as immigration and the overall importance of values and ethics with an almost anti-Christian belief. I do not find this to be the case. While you could take these things too far and hate your neighbor (a point the author does raise), it is also important to stand up for truth and law and order for a society. In addition, the charges of overt racism in the West and particularly the United States in the present day is a lacking argument that the author does little to support. Nationalism and indeed patriotism can be employed by a Christian, so long as they are not making their nation an idol. To work for the well-being of a nation is not entirely a bad thing and while the author tries to play both sides on this issue, he comes across as someone who would rather cede the ever important social and political issues to those who vehemently disagree with the truth of Christian ethics and morality. That is not something I believe Christians should be willing to do.
I think this book is very thought provoking and deserves a read. I, however, found it disjointed, tangential, and at times condescending and arrogant when it came to supposed “truths” that the author wanted to present.
March 16, 2023
A very high 4. I am once again begging Goodreads to allow half or quarter star rating (which means I am one step closer to using the storygraph). The book was a fast paced easy read that looks at our current culture moment and what it looks like to encounter and follow the true risen Christ in this cultural moment. As someone who loves Southside Rabbi, this book was more of what I already love KB: a unwavering commitment to Christ over everything, a cultural understanding that sees Christ in and through all of it, a commitment to the commandments of Christ regardless of “what side” it sounds like he is supporting, and much more. KB has a way with words in his songs and this artistry definitely came out in his writing. I think what kept this from being a 5 was a sense of anything truly “groundbreaking” or new to me. That being said, this was an excellent reminder of how often we settle for less and water down our Christianity in so many areas. Big recommend to any Southside Rabbi fans and anyone who wants a easy to read but still thoughtful consideration on the Christian life.
March 24, 2023
KB talks heavily in this book about the “Christianity of the land” and how we so often in Western Culture dilute/alter the real Biblical truths (“Christianity of Christ”). KB breaks it down into different categories and gives examples of what some people are doing today when they are following the Christianity of the land, as well as, what we should be doing to be a “Dangerous Christian.” Both sides of the spectrum are dangerous in their own way and KB lays out biblical truths as a reminder to his readers.
There were many times throughout the book it felt like I was listening to his podcast, Southside Rabbi, even just through words on pages.
I wouldn’t say there was anything profoundly thought provoking for me throughout the book, but I was convicted and reminded of many Biblical truths that have stirred me into getting out of habits that are “of the land” and to start acting in way that may be “dangerous” but is absolutely the way that we are called as believers to act.
There were many times throughout the book it felt like I was listening to his podcast, Southside Rabbi, even just through words on pages.
I wouldn’t say there was anything profoundly thought provoking for me throughout the book, but I was convicted and reminded of many Biblical truths that have stirred me into getting out of habits that are “of the land” and to start acting in way that may be “dangerous” but is absolutely the way that we are called as believers to act.
November 16, 2024
I wanted to like this book and I think that KB is a good writer. I also think he said a lot of thought provoking things that shifted my perspective, so I'm thankful I read it. Having said that, there are things that are stated that are expressed as part of the gospel that are rooted more in experience or culture. This makes it a book that I can't recommend because of its melding of theology and his own ideas about how the world should function. Not even that I completely disagree (sometimes I do; sometimes I don't), but our opinions and experiences don't influence God's intended purposes for the gospel.
November 8, 2023
This is more of a political book than a book about Jesus.
February 15, 2024
The aim of a follower of Christ is to be comfortable being uncomfortable—at least, that’s one way to sum up the Christian’s ideal lifestyle.
I’m not even comfortable writing this review, and I’m okay with that. “I’m a Christian” is such a complex statement that my mind spins at the thought of just trying to grasp it or grapple with its meaning.
During my read of rapper KB’s debut book Dangerous Jesus, I felt spirited at what he addresses that myself and my own Church excel at—and convicted at what I found lacking in myself and my Church.
I’m finding it hard to refrain from treating this review like a rant of my joys and convictions instead of treating it like an actual evaluation of the book. But maybe it’s the best books that leave a reader at heightened emotions and surrounded by long-buried issues—old loves and molding traumas—that needed to see the light.
I have so, so much more to express and say and explore. . . but Goodreads isn’t the place for it. I’ll finish my public thoughts with this:
Please read Dangerous Jesus by Kevin Burgess. If you’re not at a place where you can purchase the book, then please try out his and Ameen Hudson’s podcast Southside Rabbi (most of what he talks about in the book, he delves into at some point in the podcast’s rich catalog).
If you find yourself uncomfortable reading this book or listening to the pod. . . that probably means you’re headed in a good direction. Don’t quit it just yet.
(At the very least, give KB’s music a listen. Some of my favorites include
- Crowns & Thorns (Oceans)
- Long Live the Champion
- King Jesus Pt. 2
- Sideways, and
- Not Today Satan)
I’m not even comfortable writing this review, and I’m okay with that. “I’m a Christian” is such a complex statement that my mind spins at the thought of just trying to grasp it or grapple with its meaning.
During my read of rapper KB’s debut book Dangerous Jesus, I felt spirited at what he addresses that myself and my own Church excel at—and convicted at what I found lacking in myself and my Church.
I’m finding it hard to refrain from treating this review like a rant of my joys and convictions instead of treating it like an actual evaluation of the book. But maybe it’s the best books that leave a reader at heightened emotions and surrounded by long-buried issues—old loves and molding traumas—that needed to see the light.
I have so, so much more to express and say and explore. . . but Goodreads isn’t the place for it. I’ll finish my public thoughts with this:
Please read Dangerous Jesus by Kevin Burgess. If you’re not at a place where you can purchase the book, then please try out his and Ameen Hudson’s podcast Southside Rabbi (most of what he talks about in the book, he delves into at some point in the podcast’s rich catalog).
If you find yourself uncomfortable reading this book or listening to the pod. . . that probably means you’re headed in a good direction. Don’t quit it just yet.
(At the very least, give KB’s music a listen. Some of my favorites include
- Crowns & Thorns (Oceans)
- Long Live the Champion
- King Jesus Pt. 2
- Sideways, and
- Not Today Satan)
August 7, 2023
This. Book. KB’s experience in a fallen world offers perspective that not only fired me up but encouraged me in my own spiritual life. It gives me hope for teenagers coming of age, and it makes me pause about my common reactions to inconvenience. Highly recommend!
September 25, 2023
I loved this. KB Is already on of my favorite artists. This just solidified this. His perspective is great. I definitely want my own copy of this one!
January 15, 2026
I appreciate how self-reflective KB on where he is, how he git there, and what drives him, an encouraging approach to letting Jesus lead ua.
"The challenge is not if words will shape us, but whose words will shape us."
"The challenge is not if words will shape us, but whose words will shape us."
June 29, 2023
I felt quite challenged by almost every chapter in this book! It was engaging and easy to read, would recommend 👍
June 2, 2025
4.5 stars!
KB is my favorite hip-hop artist, and I appreciate how his love and worship of Jesus is evident in his music and in his book. I enjoyed getting to know more of his story and some of the stories behind his music. Each chapter called readers to a deeper love for Jesus.
KB is my favorite hip-hop artist, and I appreciate how his love and worship of Jesus is evident in his music and in his book. I enjoyed getting to know more of his story and some of the stories behind his music. Each chapter called readers to a deeper love for Jesus.
October 20, 2023
This is an absolutely fantastic book, and easily one of the best I have ever read. I absolutely love KB’s music, and when I discovered he wrote a book this year I purchased it immediately. I had to control myself from highlighting the entire thing.
“It is of little benefit to have the words of Jesus in our mouths and not the ways of Jesus on our feet.”
“Justice and mercy are often segregated in the Christianity of the Land, but in Scripture, they are attached at the hip.”
“We will never be conservative enough, liberal enough, or woke enough to be truly at home in any of the world’s circles.”
I will be reading this book again and again throughout my life.
“It is of little benefit to have the words of Jesus in our mouths and not the ways of Jesus on our feet.”
“Justice and mercy are often segregated in the Christianity of the Land, but in Scripture, they are attached at the hip.”
“We will never be conservative enough, liberal enough, or woke enough to be truly at home in any of the world’s circles.”
I will be reading this book again and again throughout my life.
March 27, 2023
Incredible, A must read.
August 7, 2023
This book makes me want to go back and consider downgrading others to make it stick out more.
Clearly, The Word Of God, since the days of the Old Testament's beginnings to now, has not stopped speaking through His people and their pens. I am ***not*** saying that every Spirit-inspired writing is Scripture, nor even that anything besides the 66 Books should be considered with that particular designation. In the same way as all we, his followers are Holy Ones but not The Twelve.
The empassioned call to Know God and Know oneself is one that resonates with me deeply. The more one Knows God, the more one would naturally want to experience Him, since He Himself Is The Life.
KB's desire to feel seen, wanted, and as good enough hit me in all the mutual feels. That we've both found and felt that answer to be in Jesus is an experience that I don't know how to adequately describe or process, but I long to convey to and share with everyone.
Clearly, The Word Of God, since the days of the Old Testament's beginnings to now, has not stopped speaking through His people and their pens. I am ***not*** saying that every Spirit-inspired writing is Scripture, nor even that anything besides the 66 Books should be considered with that particular designation. In the same way as all we, his followers are Holy Ones but not The Twelve.
The empassioned call to Know God and Know oneself is one that resonates with me deeply. The more one Knows God, the more one would naturally want to experience Him, since He Himself Is The Life.
KB's desire to feel seen, wanted, and as good enough hit me in all the mutual feels. That we've both found and felt that answer to be in Jesus is an experience that I don't know how to adequately describe or process, but I long to convey to and share with everyone.
April 24, 2024
“All the strongholds that plagued my existence were overpowered by the stronger hold of the Lord Jesus Christ. Everything must adjust to him. He puts danger in danger. He’s the most dangerous man who ever lived.”
If the title shocks you, that’s indeed the point. There is something so encouraging and empowering about this book, and I’m not just saying that as the massive KB fan that I am. This is a great read for people who are questioning Christianity, who feel disconnected from the power of Jesus, or who just want to go deeper in the practical areas of everyday faith. I loved the chapters about justice, friendships, joy, and spirit. Each one was like getting to hear a great sermon from one of my favorite speakers. I think there’s some great truths in this book, and a good question about what type of Christianity we are following: the cultural Christianity or the one that follows Jesus Christ.
If the title shocks you, that’s indeed the point. There is something so encouraging and empowering about this book, and I’m not just saying that as the massive KB fan that I am. This is a great read for people who are questioning Christianity, who feel disconnected from the power of Jesus, or who just want to go deeper in the practical areas of everyday faith. I loved the chapters about justice, friendships, joy, and spirit. Each one was like getting to hear a great sermon from one of my favorite speakers. I think there’s some great truths in this book, and a good question about what type of Christianity we are following: the cultural Christianity or the one that follows Jesus Christ.
April 11, 2024
KB blew me away with this book. His ability to shine the light on Jesus over and over regardless of what specific situation the course of the book to him to, made all the difference.
I'm trying better to not let my reviews just be a cliffnotes notes of the book, so I'll just say this:
If you are disenfranchised with religion and/or the church, PLEASE read this book, as it portrays the Jesus of the Bible in the fullness of His truth and how followers of Him ought to act.
If you are in the church, PLEASE read this book, as it portrays the Jesus of the Bible in the fullness of His truth and how followers of Him ought to act.
If you are on a spiritual journey and seeking answers and truth, PLEASE read this book, as it portrays the Jesus of the Bible in the fullness of His truth and how followers of Him ought to act.
P.S. the audiobook was the most engaging audiobook I've listened to. Props to the production team & KB.
I'm trying better to not let my reviews just be a cliffnotes notes of the book, so I'll just say this:
If you are disenfranchised with religion and/or the church, PLEASE read this book, as it portrays the Jesus of the Bible in the fullness of His truth and how followers of Him ought to act.
If you are in the church, PLEASE read this book, as it portrays the Jesus of the Bible in the fullness of His truth and how followers of Him ought to act.
If you are on a spiritual journey and seeking answers and truth, PLEASE read this book, as it portrays the Jesus of the Bible in the fullness of His truth and how followers of Him ought to act.
P.S. the audiobook was the most engaging audiobook I've listened to. Props to the production team & KB.
June 21, 2024
While all of what KB says found in the pages of Scripture, and thus not "new", the way in which he presents the Truth of the gospel, our God, and our relationship with Him, is a breath of fresh air. From personal anecdotes, to simply reframing things I already knew from his own unique perspective, he absolutely knocked my socks off.
I highly recommend listening to the audiobook as well, as it is read by the author himself, with his own intended tone, inflection, and diction.
I admired Mr. Burgess already because of his clear passion for the Lord found in his lyrics and music, but after reading this book, I sincerely want to shake his hand and give him a brotherly hug.
Brother, if you see this, I hope to speak with you on this side of heaven one day, but I eagerly await being able to praise the Lord in His glory alongside you when we're in His presence.
I highly recommend listening to the audiobook as well, as it is read by the author himself, with his own intended tone, inflection, and diction.
I admired Mr. Burgess already because of his clear passion for the Lord found in his lyrics and music, but after reading this book, I sincerely want to shake his hand and give him a brotherly hug.
Brother, if you see this, I hope to speak with you on this side of heaven one day, but I eagerly await being able to praise the Lord in His glory alongside you when we're in His presence.
June 22, 2024
As a person who left the Christian faith and is finding my way back to it, this book is very eye opening. I agree wholeheartedly with KB’s criticisms of Christians who claim to be living biblically, but instead are ignorant of their own hateful habits. I adore his sentiment throughout the whole book to lead with Jesus in mind and follow his example, and I found his anecdotal writing mixed with statistics and bible verses to be very attention grabbing (I could not put this book down.) I do not agree 100% with all of KB’s remarks (I found his criticism of racism in the church but lack of criticism for LGBTQ+ hate in the church to be slightly hypocritical) however he has opened my mind to the common Christian perspectives on hot button social issues and I now have a broader perspective and greater understanding of sides I may not be prone to agree with. Overall, I really enjoyed reading this book. I plan to recommend it to many family members and friends.
November 25, 2025
“Our identity starts and ends with God. People who know who they are in Christ, who see themselves as Christ’s image bearers in the world, are the most dangerous people there are. They are imbued with the power of the Holy Spirit, obsessed with justice, with loving, with caring, with seeing, being, and fighting for what’s right. They don’t just memorize Jesus commands; they lift them off the page and live them out every waking day.”
KB brings equal amounts pastoral care and pastoral challenge to readers in this book. It wasn’t earth shattering for me, but I could really see myself using it to encourage students or others who perhaps are feeling lackadaisical in witness. I feel sharpened by this brother and am grateful for his ministry both here and in my headphones.
KB brings equal amounts pastoral care and pastoral challenge to readers in this book. It wasn’t earth shattering for me, but I could really see myself using it to encourage students or others who perhaps are feeling lackadaisical in witness. I feel sharpened by this brother and am grateful for his ministry both here and in my headphones.
April 12, 2023
Very good read, took me a while to get into because I had heard them talk about the first five chapters in good detail from a podcast. As a white guy, it is an amazing read because KB does a great job at walking through his thought process on things. Gives me a perspective that I have never had before because I had a certain upbringing that not everyone gets. KB also does a great job at highlighting how bogged down American Christianity has become as he spends the entire book challenging every aspect of it. It is a book full of challenges on how you live your life and full of encouragement that God will still come through.
May 11, 2025
A nice reading of foundational truth from scripture with lofty theological insight to create an understandable and applicable Christian walk.
“Diversity is not just the reality of heaven, but it is the reality of this world.” A great white at the end of the book that should motivate us all.
All in all, I thought this was a great book that had a lot of heart and soul in it. I read some reviews that said it was too political for them, but in all honesty, I feel like the only political and racial parts of the book were absolutely warranted and necessary.
KB recorded the audiobook himself and did a phenomenal job. He did use sound effects for certain aspects of the book which at times drew my attention elsewhere and was hard to stay focused.
“Diversity is not just the reality of heaven, but it is the reality of this world.” A great white at the end of the book that should motivate us all.
All in all, I thought this was a great book that had a lot of heart and soul in it. I read some reviews that said it was too political for them, but in all honesty, I feel like the only political and racial parts of the book were absolutely warranted and necessary.
KB recorded the audiobook himself and did a phenomenal job. He did use sound effects for certain aspects of the book which at times drew my attention elsewhere and was hard to stay focused.
April 21, 2025
As someone who claims Christ and has since kindergarten, KB's clarification of who Jesus is is truly challenging. I recommend this to people who have followed Christ their whole life, just met him, and anywhere in-between. It's a book you have to marinate on and really ask yourself those questions no one else will. KB wonderfully brings up multiple issues we face in the 21st century and explains how to balance our lives. All in all, dedicate your life to Jesus, let the Holy Spirit fill your soul, and love people so much they think you're crazy.
April 23, 2023
KB's book gave me a lot to think about and helped put words to my thoughts and feelings on things in the context of the Word. He examines the difference between the Christianity of the Land versus the Christianity of Christ. I can't say I agreed with everything he had to say, but there's some really good and wise content. It took me a couple of months to read because I didn't want to rush through it. I read a chapter or two at a time so I could contemplate what was being said. Overall, it is a useful tool.
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