Top 10 Books of 2011
The following favorites were selected by The Dubious Disciple among those reviewed as the best religion books of 2011. Books are presented in order by review date.
by Steve Paulson, reviewed on February 5, 2011
A collection of cutting-edge interviews on the topic of science versus religion, from some of the biggest names on both sides of the argument.
Reading the Bible Through New Covenant Eyes
by Alan Bondar, reviewed February 21, 2011
An essential book for all Christians, whether Preterist or not, to understand the historical setting and urgency of New Testament writers who believed they were on the precipice of a new world.
Christianity, How a Tiny Sect From a Despised Religion Came to Dominate the Roman Empire
by Jonathan Hill, reviewed on March 31, 2011
Not just a beautiful coffee table book, this is a very informative and scholarly look at the first few hundred years of Christianity.
The Riddles of the Fourth Gospel
by Paul N. Anderson, reviewed on April 14, 2011
A fascinating look at John’s Gospel and its theological, historical, and literary tensions. Anderson may be may favorite current-day Johannine theologian.
Jesus, An Historical Approximation
by Jose A. Pagola, reviewed May 28, 2011
A moving and thoughtful peek at the Jesus of history, in his Jewish roots. Down-to-earth and highly recommended.
by Marcus Borg, reviewed June 3, 2011
So far as I know, the only fiction effort by one of my favorite Liberal Christian authors, and I thoroughly enjoyed this lesson on faith.
by David Plotz, reviewed June 19, 2011
A fun and irreverent romp through the Old Testament, by a Jew who says the experience of writing the book has made him a “full-on Bible thumper.”
by John Noe, Ph. D, reviewed October 12, 2011
A great book comparing the Biblical arguments for and against eternal punishment. Selected for its balanced approach to an important topic.
by Donna Johnson, reviewed October 24, 2011
Riveting account of the tent revival ministry of David Terrell through a young girl’s eyes. A story you don’t want to miss.
Re-Claiming the Bible for a Non-Religious World
by John Shelby Spong, reviewed December 14, 2011
A thoroughly enjoyable journey through the Bible, detailing each book’s origin and historical setting. Possibly Spong’s best.
Fantasy Football, Anyone?
Put on the whole uniform of the Team, that ye may be able to stand against the blitz of oncoming linebackers. Don the hip pads of truth, the shoulder pads of righteousness, the cleats of preparation. Don’t forget the facemask of faith and the helmet of salvation. Then clutch the pigskin with much Spirit, for that is what the Play Book of your Coach in Heaven demands.The River of Life
Twice before Lee Harmon has written about Christian topics, once on the gospel of John and once on the book of Revelation. But the question people keep asking him is this: As a liberal Christian, why do you care so much about the Bible? Others wonder whether he is truly a Christian at all.
The Way It Happened
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| Revelation: A love story gone awry. | The Gospel: A love story set aright. |
What really happened 2,000 years ago? How did a persecuted minority of end-time believers known as Christians, with their dreams of Armageddon and a conquering Messiah named Jesus, evolve into the largest religion in the world? Author Lee Harmon explores the period in which the New Testament was written in his books about John's Gospel and Revelation.
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About Lee
Hello! I'm an author, historical Jesus scholar, book reviewer, and liberal Christian, which means I appreciate and attempt to exercise the humanitarian teachings of Jesus without getting hung up on any particular supernatural or religious beliefs.
The Bible is a magnificent book that has inspired and spiritually fed generations for thousands of years, and each new century seems to bring a deeper understanding of life’s purpose. This is true of not only Christianity; through the years, our age-old religions are slowly transforming from superstitious rituals into humanitarian philosophies. In short, we are growing up, and I am thrilled to be riding the wave.
I avidly read all thought-provoking religion titles. New authors: I'd love to read and review your book!
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