Archive for December, 2009

In August, Trevin Wax said, “For me, the blurbs for my book mean much more than book sales. They represent a personal stamp of approval from the people whose opinion matters to me – people whose theology or ministry has influenced me.”

And now, here is what people are saying about the upcoming release of Holy Subversion:
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Ed Stetzer says, “Wax looks at issues of idolatry and stronghold and, one by one, show us how the gospel of the Kingdom requires a new loyalty.”

Kevin DeYoung says, “ There is pastoral wisdom, balance, and conviction in these pages. Trevin Wax helps us remember what really matters.”

Dr. Radu Gheorghita says, “The author’s creative and persuasive proposal invites the readers to ponder what they might plausibly hear if the biblical imperative against idolatry were given to us today.”

“Wax calls us to come face to face with the ‘Caesars’ in our life. Only once we have understood the dire effect of these allegiances can we then hope to subvert the kingdoms vying for our localities.” —Dr. Nicholas Perrin

“Trevin Wax issues a wide-ranging invitation for believers to rethink what it means to be a Christ-follower in a culture that offers rival ways of thinking and living at every turn.”—David Dockery

“Trevin Wax delivers a sober challenge for the church to live up to her lofty calling. By God’s grace, may Christians heed his warning and follow the narrow path prepared by Jesus.” —Collin Hansen

“Trevin Wax faithfully sounds the call for world-changing, Christ-exalting Christian practice. By unmasking contemporary ‘Caesars,’ he reveals the true dangers, and points to pitfalls of which many believers are completely unaware.” —Al Mohler

“This is a timely and prophetic book for our generation. I highly recommend it to pastors, evangelists, missionaries, Sunday-school teachers, and all believers in Jesus Christ.”—Dr. Paul Negrut

“How should God’s American people put the lordship of Jesus Christ on display in their lives? Trevin Wax’s searching answer is biblical, basic, businesslike and blunt.”— J.I. Packer

“Wax takes up the question of how to be both a rebel—against the false authorities of this time—while simultaneously being submissive—to the divine authority of the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.”—Russell Moore

“In an age where there are many ‘gods’ and many ‘lords’ bidding for our allegiance, Trevin Wax calls the church to throw down these idols and to order their lives according to the story, symbols, and values of the Lord Jesus Christ.” Dr. Michael F. Bird

“Trevin Wax provides good advice on how to turn away from the idols of success, money, leisure, sex and power.”—Marvin Olasky

“Trevin Wax in this incisive, convicting, and elegantly written book considers the false gods that insidiously corrupt our lives.” —Thomas R. Schreiner

“I highly recommend this for anyone seeking an authentic relationship with the God who transforms our lives, our passions, and our world.”—Christian George

“He blazes a trustworthy trail for those who yearn to make a long lasting difference in the world by showing that Christians make a difference by being different; they don’t make a difference by being the same.”—Tullian Tchividjian

“Read this fine book if you wish to live as the true Savior and Lord Jesus Christ would have you live.” —Gregg R. Allison

“Trevin Wax provides medicine for the heart in this short, powerful study. Read it and be blessed.”—Danny Akin

“Wax deftly uses Scripture and his cross-cultural experience in Romania to convict North American Christians of the subtle ways that we conform to our culture’s idols. His tough love inspires us to surrender to Jesus’ ownership of the world, and his bold plan for change shows us how.”—Michael Wittmer