Unimaginable - by Jeremiah J Johnston (Paperback)

About the Book

In a day when Christians are often attacked for their beliefs, this provocative and enlightening book looks at the positive influence of Christianity, both historically and today. Unimaginable guides readers through the halls of history to see how Jesus' teachings dramatically changed the world and continue to be the most powerful force for good today.

Book Synopsis

Is God dying? Some people think so--and more want it so. They say Christian beliefs and our way of life aren't relevant anymore. But what critics, and even many churchgoers, don't realize is the life-changing importance of Christianity.

Showing how the world would be a dark place without Christianity, Unimaginable guides you through the halls of history to see how Jesus' teachings dramatically changed our world and continue to be the most powerful force for good today. Learn

- How Christianity has stood against slavery, racism, eugenics, and injustices toward women and children
- Why freedom as a universal value and modern education and legal systems owe much to Christianity
- How Christians throughout the ages have demonstrated the value of human life by sacrificially caring for the sick, marginalized, and dying
- How people of faith are extending God's kingdom through charities, mental health initiatives, and other ways.

This provocative and enlightening book is sure to encourage believers and equip them to respond to doubters.

From the Back Cover

Is God Dying?

Some people think so--and more want it so. They say Christian beliefs and our way of life aren't relevant anymore. But what critics and even many churchgoers don't realize is the life-changing importance of Christianity.

Showing how the world would be a dark place without Christianity, Unimaginable guides you through the halls of history to see how Jesus' teachings dramatically changed our world and continue to be the most powerful force for good today. Learn . . .

- How Christianity has stood against the evils of slavery (more than once), racism, eugenics, and injustices toward women and children

- Why freedom as a universal value and modern education and legal systems owe much to Christianity

- How Christians throughout the ages have demonstrated the value of human life by sacrificially caring for the sick, handicapped, marginalized, and dying

- How people of faith are extending God's kingdom through charities, social justice efforts, mental health initiatives, and other profound ways

This provocative and enlightening book is for anyone concerned about where our world is heading.

"This brilliant book is a wake-up call to a world that refuses to see the impact of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and to a church that has too often forgotten who we are and what we believe."--SHEILA WALSH, co-host of Life Today

"An eye-opening work that should be read with pen in hand to mark points to remember. Truly powerful and persuasive."--LEE STROBEL, bestselling author of The Case for Christ and The Case for Faith

Jeremiah J. Johnston, PhD, is a New Testament scholar known for his unique communication skills and his infectious love for people. He speaks internationally, hosts the nationally syndicated Jeremiah Johnston Show, and is president of the Christian Thinkers Society, a resident institute at Houston Baptist University, where he serves as Associate Professor of Early Christianity. Jeremiah and his family live in Houston, Texas. Learn more at christianthinkers.com.

About the Author

Jeremiah J. Johnston, Ph.D., is a New Testament scholar called to equip Christians to love God with all their hearts and minds. As president of Christian Thinkers Society, Jeremiah is passionate about resourcing believers to give intellectually informed reasons for what they believe. He speaks regularly and contributes to national publications and shows, including, Fox News, CNN, USA Today, Relevant, The Christian Post, and several other media outlets. Jeremiah and his wife, Audrey, along with their five children, live in Texas. Learn more at www.christianthinkers.com