Why Did Jesus, Moses, the Buddha, and Mohammed Cross the Road?

Christian Identity in a Multi-Faith World

By: Brian D. McLaren

Narrated by: Brian D. McLaren

When four religious leaders walk across the road, it's not the beginning of a joke. It's the start of one of the most important conversations in today's world.

Can you be a committed Christian without having to condemn or convert people of other faiths? Is it possible to affirm other religious traditions without watering down your own?

In his most important book yet, widely acclaimed author and speaker Brian McLaren proposes a new faith alternative, one built on "benevolence and solidarity rather than rivalry and hostility". This way of being Christian is strong but doesn't strong-arm anyone, going beyond mere tolerance to vigorous hospitality toward, interest in, and collaboration with the other.

Blending history, narrative, and brilliant insight, McLaren shows readers step-by-step how to reclaim this strong-benevolent faith, challenging us to stop creating barriers in the name of God and learn how affirming other religions can strengthen our commitment to our own. And in doing so, he invites Christians to become more Christ-like than ever before.

©2012 Brian D. McLaren (P)2012 Hachette Audio

Brilliant remaining of Christian identity

I have enjoyed several of Brian's books, but this had a ring of truthfulness, as he tackled one of the most important issues for the future of the world - living as a neighbour as a Christian with people of other faiths.

The added bonus was hearing him read the book which added depth, and meaning for me. One of the best audio books I have listened to, to which I will turn again, and highly recommend to religious and non-religious listeners.

Wow what a book

I loved this book. So much of what the author said were things I have thought for years. To hear my thoughts from another person made me feel less alone in this religious world. I consider this a must read and perhaps a few will get this as a Christmas gift.

Will be list again and again. Will pass on audio/books on to others. A new favorite of mine. A growth to self!! THANK YOU!

Every sentence. Every thought for growth! Love this book! I want everyone to be blessed with the messages in this book

Evocative Read

Thought provoking, challenging, and enlightening read. I appreciate the author sharing his journey with us.

My Spiritual Muscles

I don’t want a boring faith that doesn’t grow. Instead, I want a dynamic, creative, growing faith that’s exciting, that stretches me and that makes me feel that God is smiling at me. Brian McLaren makes me think. He pushes me to stretch and work my spiritual muscles. It’s exciting to grow in the wonder of the Lord and, hopefully, make me a better Christ follower. This book does that.

Interesting

The book was every interesting and if the message is followed it would be a better world and we all would be much happier.

Faith moving

Very good book, helpful to understand how we should treat each other no matter what faith we believe

In a world filled with division…

We must learn to love those who are different from us. Orthodoxy is not more important than orthopraxy. Brian presents good ideas for bridging into other faiths,not necessarily for conversion, but to understand and love. Love, not doctrine will change the world.

Bravo

Hearing this spoke directly to my true heart and what I always felt but didn't know how to say! Bravo and Praise Jesus who is love.

We must, especially now!

Thank you for showing the world a New Path to Loving One Another! I am more free to Love now. I've always known this Path and now I have a walking stick and water for the journey!