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    God’s Revolution

    Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom


    Introduction by Stanley Hauerwas

    4.16 Stars on Goodreads Read Reviews

    Are you tired of answers that ignore the root causes of human suffering? This selection of writings by Eberhard Arnold, who left a career and the established church in order to live out the gospel, calls us to a completely different way.


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    About The Book

    Do you feel powerless to change the injustice at every level of society? Are you tired of answers that ignore the root causes of human suffering? This selection of writings by Eberhard Arnold, who left a career and the established church in order to live out the gospel, calls us to a completely different way.

    Be warned: Arnold doesn’t approach discipleship as the route to some benign religious fulfillment, but as a revolution - a transformation that begins within and spreads outward to encompass every aspect of life. Arnold writes in the same tradition of radical obedience to the gospel as his contemporaries Barth and Bonhoeffer.

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    Eberhard Arnold

    Eberhard Arnold (1883–1935), a German theologian, was co-founder of the Bruderhof and the founding editor of Plough. Read More

    Acclaim

    • The undeniable power of Arnold's writing owes to the fact that there is no difference between what he professed to believe and the way he lived. It gives his words a resonance and depth, a right to be heard.

      Juli Loesch Wiley, New Oxford Review

    • The aim of God in history is the creation of an all-inclusive community of persons with Christ as its prime sustainer and most glorious inhabitant...Arnold's vision incarnates just such a community.

      Richard Foster, author, Celebration of Discipline

    • There is no better introduction to the thought and spirit of this twentieth-century prophet.

      Robert Ellsberg, Orbis Books

    • Arnold's writing has all the simple, luminous, direct vision into things that I have come to associate with his name. It has the authentic ring of a truly evangelical Christianity and moves me deeply. It stirs to repentance and renewal. I am deeply grateful for it.

      Thomas Merton

    • This book has challenged and nourished my own thought concerning violence, property, war, the ruling authorities and assorted principalities, and especially the Christian’s eschatological expectation.

      William Stringfellow, author, Free in Obedience

    • Pacifist though he may be, Arnold takes no prisoners. His church has little in common with the accommodating Christianity that is so dominant in our culture. As you read you will find yourself thinking, “I have never seen a church like the one he describes.” That, of course, is exactly the point.

      Stanley Hauerwas, from the Introduction

    • Intensely reverent and thought-provoking, God's Revolution is highly recommended for theology studies collections.

      James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review

    • The witness of Eberhard Arnold is a much needed corrective to an American church that has lost the vital, biblical connection between belief and obedience…Shows us what discipleship might look like in the modern world.

      Jim Wallis, Sojourners

    • The undeniable power of Arnold's writing owes to the fact that there is no difference between what he professed to believe and the way he lived. It gives his words a resonance and depth, a right to be heard.

      Juli Loesch Wiley, New Oxford Review

    • The aim of God in history is the creation of an all-inclusive community of persons with Christ as its prime sustainer and most glorious inhabitant...Arnold's vision incarnates just such a community.

      Richard Foster, author, Celebration of Discipline

    • There is no better introduction to the thought and spirit of this twentieth-century prophet.

      Robert Ellsberg, Orbis Books

    • Arnold's writing has all the simple, luminous, direct vision into things that I have come to associate with his name. It has the authentic ring of a truly evangelical Christianity and moves me deeply. It stirs to repentance and renewal. I am deeply grateful for it.

      Thomas Merton

    • This book has challenged and nourished my own thought concerning violence, property, war, the ruling authorities and assorted principalities, and especially the Christian’s eschatological expectation.

      William Stringfellow, author, Free in Obedience

    • Pacifist though he may be, Arnold takes no prisoners. His church has little in common with the accommodating Christianity that is so dominant in our culture. As you read you will find yourself thinking, “I have never seen a church like the one he describes.” That, of course, is exactly the point.

      Stanley Hauerwas, from the Introduction

    • Intensely reverent and thought-provoking, God's Revolution is highly recommended for theology studies collections.

      James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review

    • The witness of Eberhard Arnold is a much needed corrective to an American church that has lost the vital, biblical connection between belief and obedience…Shows us what discipleship might look like in the modern world.

      Jim Wallis, Sojourners

    • The undeniable power of Arnold's writing owes to the fact that there is no difference between what he professed to believe and the way he lived. It gives his words a resonance and depth, a right to be heard.

      Juli Loesch Wiley, New Oxford Review

    • The aim of God in history is the creation of an all-inclusive community of persons with Christ as its prime sustainer and most glorious inhabitant...Arnold's vision incarnates just such a community.

      Richard Foster, author, Celebration of Discipline

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    Reader Reviews Write a Review

    • God's Revolution has become very relevant in my life. I've read and reread it; it's placed adjacent to my Bible. Mr. Arnold was given a great vision... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      God's Revolution has become very relevant in my life. I've read and reread it; it's placed adjacent to my Bible. Mr. Arnold was given a great vision to live what our Lord Jesus specifically wanted from his 'flock.' In this wonderful book, you sense the urgency and resplendent hope for truths that would become a palpable reality for mankind. I have great respect and admiration for the Bruderhof Communities, and the publications of Plough are so vital and necessary for every individual who wishes to be lovingly fed and nurtured.

    • A fine selection of Arnold's thoughts. More background as to the works and writings that influenced him would have increased the pleasure of reading... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      A fine selection of Arnold's thoughts. More background as to the works and writings that influenced him would have increased the pleasure of reading. His association with the German Youth Movement, the Wundervogelbewegung, the Christian Socialist Movement, and the writings of the Marxist influenced father and son Blumhardt would be a good start.

    • “God’s Revolution -Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom”by Eberhard Arnold speaks clearly about what it means to be a Christian. For Arnold... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      “God’s Revolution -Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom”by Eberhard Arnold speaks clearly about what it means to be a Christian. For Arnold, truth is truth at any cost. His inspiring insights will transform the hearts of readers instantly. Arnold’s writings have a simple, luminous, direct vision into things, with the authentic ring of a truly evangelical Christianity that stirs us to repentance and renewal. They are a light of hope in a dark age, not to remain hidden under a bushel, but shine out from a mountain top. They pierce our souls with the sharp two-edged sword of truth, opening our eyes afresh to see what it truly means to follow Jesus. At the heart of Arnold’s radical and realistic writings is Jesus Christ, Son of God. Arnold is true to his word and true to The Word, Jesus Christ. Through his anointed and inspired writings, Arnold makes everyday faithfulness possible. The heart of Arnold’s understanding of the Church is the Holy Spirit, the third Person of the Trinity. As we study Theology, the Holy Spirit enlightens our understanding. Arnold’s writings are deeply rooted in the Holy Spirit. As the Church is a community of forgiven sinners, the Holy Spirit makes reconciliation possible between enemies. The Church is the only alternative to the world. As Arnold inspiringly says, “The only way the world will recognize the mission of Jesus is by the unity of his Church.” The unity of the Holy Spirit comes from the love between God the Father and Jesus Christ, His Son. This community of love is called the Kingdom of God. Arnold speaks of a shared community life which is crucial to the Kingdom of God. In Arnold’s view, the Church must bring God’s banner of love to a dying world. Arnold sounds a crystal clarion call “to be ready to be humbled by Christ, to lay down all our power over ourselves so that He alone may have power over us.” Exactly as Arnold says, the heart of Christ is needed to blaze up in the world and in the annals of history. The Church is sent into the world, to bring Christ’s life-changing love to a lost world.”God’s Revolution” is truly a revolution in itself. It causes a revolution in our hearts in the way we love Jesus Christ.

    • Thank you! Will use.
    • Eberhard Arnold called to live a different live to the standard Christian. Society is judged and injustice can be seen all around the world, from the... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      Eberhard Arnold called to live a different live to the standard Christian. Society is judged and injustice can be seen all around the world, from the street corner to somewhere hidden from the human eye. These selection of writings in a way gives readers an insight to the causes of our sufferings and oppression. A book ideal for those seeking answers to how we can adjust and alter on the injustice and suffering we live in our daily lives.

    • Arnold thought and taught deeply about how the kingdom life should be lived out among God’s people, particularly around the issues of money and... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      Arnold thought and taught deeply about how the kingdom life should be lived out among God’s people, particularly around the issues of money and property, as well as the renunciation of violence in any form (including corporal punishment). He challenges all the excuses we make for why we don’t pursue this life. He reminds us of how radical it really can be to say, “I have decided to follow Jesus.”

    • Arnold's reflections on contentious issues like capitalism, war, human suffering, disease, global poverty, manual labor, piety, community, common... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      Arnold's reflections on contentious issues like capitalism, war, human suffering, disease, global poverty, manual labor, piety, community, common property, service in the army, sustainable farming etc, are like 'mails' in your "in box" from a contemporary prophet living in the neighborhood.

    • What this books aims to reveal to us about the Kingdom of God is already here on earth.. the Paradise is restored.. the heavenly atmosphere is now...
    • The editors have done a great job of taking selections from Arnold's work that translate well as stand-alone statements, and then organizing these... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      The editors have done a great job of taking selections from Arnold's work that translate well as stand-alone statements, and then organizing these excerpts around core themes. This is no easy task, but like Plough's recent collection of Abraham Heschel's words, this book comes off as a success through great planning and editing. A compact yet very thought-provoking book.

    • All praise be to the lord. Welcome new E books on the Lord's revolution a necessity of the time.
    • Thank You for the Book.
    • Thank you and may God bless you for this great work
    • It's a challenging book every pastor must read.
    • May God continue His good works in you.
    • God's Revolution has become very relevant in my life. I've read and reread it; it's placed adjacent to my Bible. Mr. Arnold was given a great vision... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      God's Revolution has become very relevant in my life. I've read and reread it; it's placed adjacent to my Bible. Mr. Arnold was given a great vision to live what our Lord Jesus specifically wanted from his 'flock.' In this wonderful book, you sense the urgency and resplendent hope for truths that would become a palpable reality for mankind. I have great respect and admiration for the Bruderhof Communities, and the publications of Plough are so vital and necessary for every individual who wishes to be lovingly fed and nurtured.

    • A fine selection of Arnold's thoughts. More background as to the works and writings that influenced him would have increased the pleasure of reading... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      A fine selection of Arnold's thoughts. More background as to the works and writings that influenced him would have increased the pleasure of reading. His association with the German Youth Movement, the Wundervogelbewegung, the Christian Socialist Movement, and the writings of the Marxist influenced father and son Blumhardt would be a good start.

    • “God’s Revolution -Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom”by Eberhard Arnold speaks clearly about what it means to be a Christian. For Arnold... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      “God’s Revolution -Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom”by Eberhard Arnold speaks clearly about what it means to be a Christian. For Arnold, truth is truth at any cost. His inspiring insights will transform the hearts of readers instantly. Arnold’s writings have a simple, luminous, direct vision into things, with the authentic ring of a truly evangelical Christianity that stirs us to repentance and renewal. They are a light of hope in a dark age, not to remain hidden under a bushel, but shine out from a mountain top. They pierce our souls with the sharp two-edged sword of truth, opening our eyes afresh to see what it truly means to follow Jesus. At the heart of Arnold’s radical and realistic writings is Jesus Christ, Son of God. Arnold is true to his word and true to The Word, Jesus Christ. Through his anointed and inspired writings, Arnold makes everyday faithfulness possible. The heart of Arnold’s understanding of the Church is the Holy Spirit, the third Person of the Trinity. As we study Theology, the Holy Spirit enlightens our understanding. Arnold’s writings are deeply rooted in the Holy Spirit. As the Church is a community of forgiven sinners, the Holy Spirit makes reconciliation possible between enemies. The Church is the only alternative to the world. As Arnold inspiringly says, “The only way the world will recognize the mission of Jesus is by the unity of his Church.” The unity of the Holy Spirit comes from the love between God the Father and Jesus Christ, His Son. This community of love is called the Kingdom of God. Arnold speaks of a shared community life which is crucial to the Kingdom of God. In Arnold’s view, the Church must bring God’s banner of love to a dying world. Arnold sounds a crystal clarion call “to be ready to be humbled by Christ, to lay down all our power over ourselves so that He alone may have power over us.” Exactly as Arnold says, the heart of Christ is needed to blaze up in the world and in the annals of history. The Church is sent into the world, to bring Christ’s life-changing love to a lost world.”God’s Revolution” is truly a revolution in itself. It causes a revolution in our hearts in the way we love Jesus Christ.

    • Thank you! Will use.
    • Eberhard Arnold called to live a different live to the standard Christian. Society is judged and injustice can be seen all around the world, from the... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      Eberhard Arnold called to live a different live to the standard Christian. Society is judged and injustice can be seen all around the world, from the street corner to somewhere hidden from the human eye. These selection of writings in a way gives readers an insight to the causes of our sufferings and oppression. A book ideal for those seeking answers to how we can adjust and alter on the injustice and suffering we live in our daily lives.

    • Arnold thought and taught deeply about how the kingdom life should be lived out among God’s people, particularly around the issues of money and... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      Arnold thought and taught deeply about how the kingdom life should be lived out among God’s people, particularly around the issues of money and property, as well as the renunciation of violence in any form (including corporal punishment). He challenges all the excuses we make for why we don’t pursue this life. He reminds us of how radical it really can be to say, “I have decided to follow Jesus.”

    • Arnold's reflections on contentious issues like capitalism, war, human suffering, disease, global poverty, manual labor, piety, community, common... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      Arnold's reflections on contentious issues like capitalism, war, human suffering, disease, global poverty, manual labor, piety, community, common property, service in the army, sustainable farming etc, are like 'mails' in your "in box" from a contemporary prophet living in the neighborhood.

    • What this books aims to reveal to us about the Kingdom of God is already here on earth.. the Paradise is restored.. the heavenly atmosphere is now...
    • The editors have done a great job of taking selections from Arnold's work that translate well as stand-alone statements, and then organizing these... Read More

      Review of God’s Revolution: Justice, Community, and the Coming Kingdom

      The editors have done a great job of taking selections from Arnold's work that translate well as stand-alone statements, and then organizing these excerpts around core themes. This is no easy task, but like Plough's recent collection of Abraham Heschel's words, this book comes off as a success through great planning and editing. A compact yet very thought-provoking book.

    • All praise be to the lord. Welcome new E books on the Lord's revolution a necessity of the time.
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    Table of Contents

    This Crumbling World and God's Coming Order

    The New Order Fleshed Out

    The Individual and the Community

    • The Body of Believers
    • Leadership and Service
    • Admonition and Forgiveness
    • The Individual in the Community
    • Marriage and Family
    • Education
    • Living Naturally

    Peace and the Rule of God

    • Nonviolence and the Refusal to Bear Arms
    • Attitude to Government
    • World Poverty and Suffering
    • This World's Revolution and God's Revolution

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