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The Party Crasher is the latest title by pastor and author Joshua Ryan Butler, and it has quickly and easily become my favorite Christian book on politics. I do believe this book is especially helpful for American readers, yet it offers biblical wisdom that transcends cultural boundaries.
The book begins with Butler identifying four political camps that people are generally committed to. He then discusses important issues for Christians to consider in the conversation about politics, including idolatry, worship, and peacemaking. I appreciated the portion on peacemaking because this often seems to be absent from Christian discussions on politics. The anecdotes included in the book are intriguing and relatable. Each chapter concludes with discussion questions that are challenging and encouraging.
Butler’s tone in The Party Crasher radiates joy and encouraged me to continue hoping in God while viewing the things of earth as strangely dim in the light of His glory and grace. Butler does an excellent job of helping Christians to view politics through the lens of Scripture rather than the other way around. The Party Crasher is a wonderful book to read for navigating the tension of living on earth while ultimately possessing citizenship in heaven.
I was challenged, convicted, and deeply encouraged by this book, and I’m pleased to give it my highest recommendation. I eagerly anticipate reading more by Butler and look forward to his forthcoming title, God Is On Your Side: How Jesus Is for You When Everything Seems Against You.
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