Frank Viola - Insurgence: Reclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom

Praise for Gods Favorite Place on Earth

Frank Violas Gods Favorite Place on Earth is a fast-moving, ground-breaking look at the Christians struggle against legalism, discouragement, doubt, rejection, and spiritual complacency. A masterfully engaging book.

Mark Batterson, author and pastor

A lot of people write books; Frank writes stories, and in this one we once again see why he s such a master. Honored to call him a friend, excited to call him an author I love to read.

Jon Acuff, author and blogger

Frank Violas pen and voice are consistently both penetrating and trustworthy.

Jack Hayford, renowned pastor and author

Frank continues to challenge the church- at-large with a powerful mind, an impassioned voice, and a love for the Bride of Christ.

Ed Stetzer, author and speaker

Gods Favorite Place on Earth realigned my heart toward Jesus and His mysterious, confounding, surprising, beautiful ways. Its not often I learn something new when reading a book, but Frank Violas sharp storytelling and insightful interpretation made me hunger for more of the real Jesus. Pick up this book if you need a reversal in your Christian life; it will not disappoint.

Mary DeMuth, author and blogger

The best thing I can say about Frank Viola is this: When I read his booksand I read them allI dont think much about Frank Viola. I think about Jesus. And I learn to love Him more. This book is no different. Read it, and youll find yourself thinking, if youre like me, I knew Jesus was great, but... Wow! And that, at least from me, is as good as it gets.

Brant Hansen, author and radio personality

As masterly as a Czanne canvas or a Stravinsky score, Frank Viola surpasses himself in his best book yeta work of serene, soaring magnificence. Part novel, part biography, part theology, part Bible study, Franks imaginative touch and command of prose haiku leaves the reader resolved more than ever to be a BethanyGods favorite place on earth.

Leonard Sweet, author, seminary professor, speaker

Combining masterful storytelling, historical knowledge, biblical insight, and practical wisdom, Frank artfully uses the Gospels depiction of Lazarus and the small town of Bethany to lay out a beautiful and compelling vision of a God who longs to make every human heart and every church His favorite place. This is a beautifully written, timely, prophetic work all would benefit from reading!

Greg Boyd, pastor and author

Gods Favorite Place on Earth beautifully creates a powerful and moving portrait of the humanness of Jesus and His dearest relationships. Taking a story well told, Frank Viola engages the voice and view of Lazarus to bring a new perspective and moving relatability to Jesus life on earth. Incredibly thoughtful and moving.

Jenni Catron, author and leadership consultant

Few authors challenge me in my faith like Frank Viola. This book and the stories it contains will force you to face the myth of religion and instead adopt a life of deeper dedication to God, to find your own Bethany. It sure did for me.

Jeff Goins, author and blogger

Praise for From Eternity to Here

Frank s From Eternity to Here is a masterpiece.... It reads like a movie on paper.

Dr. Myles Munroe, author and speaker

When youre as old as I am, you dont hear new stuff. You can hardly say anything about religion that I havent heard several times. But whats in From Eternity to Here is so new to me.

Steve Brown, author and talk-radio show host

A great work of narrative theology.

Alan Hirsch, author and speaker

Dissent is a gift to the church. It is the imagination of the prophets that continually calls us back to our identity as the peculiar people of God . May Violas words challenge us to become the change that we want to see in the church.

Shane Claiborne, author and activist

I just finished From Eternity to Here . Im in process of reading it again. It has moved into my top ten books. Brilliant.

Derwin Gray, pastor and author

Praise for Jesus Manifesto

There cannot be enough books written about the majesties and excellencies of Christ. I am grateful that Frank and Leonard Sweet put Jesus Manifesto in the lap of so many.

Matt Chandler, pastor and author

Whether you are a seminary professor or someone seeking answers about Christ for the first time, Jesus Manifesto promises to illuminate the truth about the greatest personality to ever walk the earth.

Ed Young, pastor and author