Dead Orthodoxy and Its Cure

Restoring Power to the Spiritual Life

By: Ryan Denton

Narrated by: Lyle Blaker

Are you tired of religion that feels dry, rigid, or lifeless? In Dead Orthodoxy, Ryan Denton delivers a piercing yet hopeful call for Christians to rekindle their love for the Lord and revive their spiritual vitality. Drawing from Scripture, church history, and personal insight, Denton confronts the suffocating effects of a Christianity that is merely formal, complacent, and intellectual.

With the precision of a theologian and the urgency of a revivalist, Denton smashes the idols of tradition and pride, dethrones empty formalism, and encourages Christians to embrace the living, experiential power of God through His Word and Spirit. Each chapter invites readers to reflect deeply, ask hard questions, and rediscover the joy of a “felt Christ.”

Whether you’re battling lukewarm worship, grappling with mediocre personal devotions, or yearning for revival in your church and your own heart, Dead Orthodoxy offers practical wisdom and a roadmap to renewed faith. Be challenged. Be encouraged. Be transformed.

This book is for those brave enough to examine their souls and courageous enough to embrace the Spirit’s call to repentance, renewal, and vibrant living.

About the Author
Ryan Denton was a pastor on the Navajo Reservation before serving in the Vanguard Presbyterian Church as an evangelist. He has degrees from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, St. John’s College, the University of New Mexico, and he has a ThM from Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary.He is a prolific writer, and his works have appeared at Reformation Heritage Books, Reformation 21, Desiring God, Founders Ministries, The Confessional Presbyterian, and others. He and his wife, Tasha, live in Texas with their three sons.

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Great book!

I wish every Christian on earth would read this book. Lord, humble us and return us to our first love.

Great little book

Ryan, you’ve done it again! Superb little book, thank you for the insight. Hope to see you out there one day.

Amazing

The author’s approach is balanced and beautiful, highlighting the beauty of Christianity and addressing modern misconceptions of Westminster cessationism. By the grace of God, it was a very transformative listen.