“Startling insight on the perplexing problem of polarization. Refreshingly original, this book deserves serious consideration.”
Rice Boocks, author of God’s Not Dead and co-founder of Every Nation Churches and Ministries
Endorsements for Stop Taking Sides
Tim Mackie, Co-founder of The Bible Project
One of the more important skills for the 21st century is learning how to hold our theological convictions without giving in to divisive controversy. The body of Christ is so much more than the sum of its divisions, and Adam Mabry has given us wise guidance on how to maintain unity and disagree agreeably when it comes to complex theological topics.
Arthur Broocks, Professor of Public Leadership, Harvard Kennedy School; NYT Bestselling Author, Love Your Enemies
We all struggle to love our enemies. The true essence of love—to will the good of the other—requires strength of heart and mind. That strength is what Adam Mabry delivers in Stop Taking Sides. If you are ready to live the command to love, this book is the place to start.
Tony Merida, Pastor for Preaching and Vision, Imago Dei Church, Raleigh, NC; The Gospel Coalition Council Member
This book is so needed today! Our age has been called the information age, but it could equally be called the outrage age, the anxiety age, the fear age, or the tribalism age. Pastor Mabry has served us well by helping us see the necessity of embracing clarity, argumentation, listening, and mystery, as we seek to avoid these problems and live with a renewed mind and for the good of neighbor, Christian unity, and the advancement of Jesus’ mission.
Mark Driscoll, Founding Senior Pastor, The Trinity Church, Scottsdale, AZ; Author, Win Your War
In an age of social and political ranting, raving, and shouting, Adam Mabry helps God’s people learn to reflect, repent, and serve. This is the kind of book that every Christian can read—and, while doing so, every Christian will be both offended and helped.
Adrian Crawford, Pastor, Engage Church, Tallahassee; CEO, GameSpeed Skills
A book for such a time as this. Stop Taking Sides is incredibly balanced in its ability to remain rooted in the gospel and challenge its readers to manage tension. It is laced with wisdom and insight for now and for future generations. I couldn’t endorse this book more.”
Steve Murrell, President and Co-founder, Every Nation Churches; Founding Pastor, Victory Philippines
In the age of social media, it has become easier than ever to share opinions (informed or not) without considering how they may affect others. In light of our mandate to make disciples, it is vital that Christians understand how and when to engage one another (and the world) in truthful and gracious conversation. Adam’s book offers significant wisdom and points us back to what really matters. My suggestion: buy this book, read it, and stop taking sides.
Linda Allcock, The Globe Church, London; Author, Deeper Still
Challenging, stretching and in some places quite uncomfortable. Adam challenges us to grow in humility towards Scripture and other Christians, especially those who understand things differently to us.
Barnabas Piper, Podcaster; Author, Hoping for Happiness; Director for Community, Immanuel Church, Nashville, TN
Adam Mabry addresses with charity and clarity one of the biggest problems facing the church: the steadfast refusal of most Christians to hold multiple truths in tension with grace. I love how this book models how to think by addressing complicated and pressing questions of theology, discipleship, and cultural engagement with thoughtfulness, openness, and a dedication to biblical truth. You will be challenged as you read, and come away encouraged and chastened. You’ll encounter issues that make you uncomfortable and won’t be let off easy with pat or myopic answers. You’ll be pulled time and again into the path of the Spirit speaking through Scripture. And you will be better for it.
Steve Brown, Host of “Steve Brown, Etc.”; Author, Talk the Walk; previously Professor of Practical Theology, RTS Orlando
Someone has said that Christians are porcupines trying to hug each other. It’s hard to fix without somebody getting hurt—and seriously. The remedy? It’s Jesus and the Bible, of course—but it is also this book, which is about Jesus and the Bible. Stop Taking Sides is a practical, profound, and wonderful (though sometimes painful) book. Read it and give it to everybody you know. Jesus might change you—and the world. I wish every Christian would read this.
Joseph Bonifacio, Director, Every Nation Campus, Philippines; Lead Pastor, Victory Katipunan
This is the book Christians need right now, in a world where people are only too happy to divide and cancel one another. As you read this book, you’ll find many of your views confirmed, but also challenged. You’ll be invited to avoid simplistic answers of one, the other, or an unthinking average. Instead, you’ll feel the invitation to hold to all of Scripture
Josh Kimes, Lead Pastor, Hillsong Boston
This book could not be more timely. In a world of complexity where people love to take sides, this book offers a thought-provoking, challenging, and surprisingly refreshing alternative.
Daniel Im, Pastor, Author, Podcaster
Adam brilliantly navigates today’s biblical and cultural tensions that are too often downplayed or tossed to the wayside. For it’s not just my way, your way, or the highway. There’s actually another way that Adam masterfully sets out in the pages of this book. Don’t miss it!