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The Divine Magician: The Disappearance of Religion and the Discovery of Faith

This book delves into the transformation of religious traditions and the individual quest for meaning and spirituality amidst the decline of organized religion. It examines the historical and cultural shifts that have led to the erosion of traditional faith systems and the emergence of new forms of personal belief. more

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Peter Rollins
Peter Rollins

Peter Rollins is an Irish writer, philosopher, and theologian known for his critical thinking on religion, philosophy, and culture. His works often explore faith, skepticism, and religious experience in modern society. more

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“Christianity can be described as a theological materialism: It is that which transforms our material existence. If our faith does not throw us into the arms of the world, if it does not lead to our experience of responsibility, love, celebration, and our commitment to transformation, then, whatever we call it, we have nothing but an empty shell.”

“When Jesus looked down from the cross, he didn't think “I am giving myself to you because you are so attractive to me.” No, he was in agony, and he looked down at us - denying him, abandoning him, and betraying him - and in the greatest act of love in history, he STAYED. He said, “Father, forgive them, they don't know what they are doing.” He loved us, not because we were lovely to him, but to make us lovely.”

“You say you do not know what God's will is, but I'll tell you what it is. Above all it is that you know Christ and then that your neighbors hear about Christ. That is His will. So often we sit around twiddling our thumbs, dreaming about God's will in some distant future when we are not even willing to stand up on our own two feet, walk down the street, and do God's will right now.”

“Christians actually need to be confronted by their real need-an understanding of God's holiness and their own sinfulness-so they can be usable to Him for His Glory. When we have a right relationship to God, every aspect of our lives will settle into its divinely ordained place. ... We are still to need other needs but it begins with a high view of God.”