The Next Christians by Gabe Lyons

Gabe Lyons' *The Next Christians* is a follow-up to the book *Unchristian* co-authored with David Kinnaman. His description of the condition of the church is very telling and relies on his personal and statistical study. The introduction of technology, the presence of pluralism, and the onset of postmodernism has permanently changed the scene of religion in America. As we progress toward what has already happened in Europe, Lyons warns us of what is rapidly coming to our soil.

In describing the present condition of the church, he describes present day Pharisees and Sadducees. However, he also describes what must distinguish the "next Christian" in the years to come. These include: Provoked, not offended; Creators, not crtics; Called, not employed; Grounded, not distracted; In community, not alone; Countercultural, not "relevant."

In essence, in my opinion, he describes not what a "new Christian" is, but what God always intended for His followers to be. This book serves as a great resource for those who are wondering what is happening int he postmodern church and what it will take for Christians to be salt and light.

I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review. To see a video clip about this book, go to http://livestre.am/cHv or go to http://tre.emv3.com/HS?a=ENX7CkepNTXV8SA9MOOznfXnGHxKQdZI0_cStGb5lw8W0bBhOG5mpqVsje_HheEcN1I4 to read the first chapter.