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In a scathing expose of the American evangelical movement, journalist Tim Alberta shines a light on the dark underbelly of a faith tradition once revered but now tainted by scandal and partisan politicking. Alberta’s groundbreaking book, “The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory,” portrays a community at war with itself, torn between its spiritual calling and its earthly desires for power and influence.
Drawing on his own experiences as the son of an evangelical pastor, Alberta takes readers inside the world of televangelists and churchgoers, exposing a movement rife with hypocrisy and moral decay. From the rise of right-wing nationalism to the perversion of biblical teachings for political gain, Alberta leaves no stone unturned in his exploration of the evangelical landscape.
Indeed, as Alberta reveals, the American evangelical movement has strayed far from its roots, abandoning the tenets of compassion and forgiveness in favor of a cutthroat pursuit of temporal power. With the rise of figures like Donald Trump and the spread of COVID-19 misinformation, the movement has reached a dangerous tipping point, teetering on the brink of irrelevance and moral bankruptcy.
As Alberta uncovers the inner workings of the evangelical elite, he exposes a world rife with corruption and self-interest, where the pursuit of power has eclipsed the pursuit of righteousness. From megachurch pastors embroiled in sex scandals to congregations torn apart by political infighting, Alberta paints a damning portrait of a once-proud faith tradition in crisis.
With meticulous research and incisive analysis, Alberta challenges readers to confront the uncomfortable truths about the American evangelical movement and ask themselves: if the church has lost its way, what hope is there for the future? This gripping book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the real forces shaping modern Christianity.
Publisher: Harper (December 5, 2023)
Language: English
Hardcover: 512 pages
ISBN-10: 006322688X
ISBN-13: 978-0063226883
Item Weight: 1.34 pounds
Dimensions: 6 x 1.4 x 9 inches
