Insider Outsider

My Journey as a Stranger in White Evangelicalism and My Hope for Us All

By: Bryan Loritts, John Ortberg - introduction

Narrated by: Justin Henry

Pastor Bryan Loritts dives deep into what it's like to be a person of color in predominantly white evangelical spaces today and where we can go from here.

God boldly proclaims throughout the book of Acts that there is no "ethnic home team" when it comes to Christianity. But the minority experience in America today--and throughout history--too often tells a different story.

As Loritts writes, "It is impossible to do theology devoid of cultural lenses and expressions. Like an American unaware of their own accent, most whites are unaware of the ethnic theological accent they carry." Insider Outsider bears witness to the true stories that often go untold--stories that will startle, enlighten, and herald a brighter way forward for all seeking belonging in the family of God.

This seminal book on race and the church will help Christians discover:

• How they can learn the art of listening to stories unlike their own
• Identify the problems and pitfalls that keep Sunday morning the most segregated hour of the week
• And participate in an active movement with God toward a holy vision of what Dietrich Bonhoeffer calls "life together"

Drawing on insightful snapshots through history, eye-opening personal experiences, and biblical exposition, Loritts awakens both our minds and hearts to the painful reality of racial divides as well as the hope of forgiveness.

Eye opening revelation

Extremely pleased with this book and the tough message for change and reflection of social identity theory factors of the in groups and out groups in christianity.

Necessary...

I recommend this book to anyone that desires to partake in the fulfillment of John 13:34-35. We are the walking signs and wonders that prove to ALL PEOPLE Christ is real by the way we love one another.

Very good and straight forward content that speaks to the disparity within our American Church culture. Much needed.

Essential reading

This book is essential for Christians of all ethnic walks as we journey to represent Christ, eulogize white evangelicalism, and as we seek to live out the desired kingdom of Jesus! It has powerful stories and reminders to see people and empower them as Jesus did, to take action in our Christian walks, to cultivate relationships, and to not enter ethnic warfare.

An Invitation For Reconciliation

Reconciliation isn’t always a smooth road. In this book, Pastor Loritts shows us that there is work to be done in the body of Christ. For to long, the African American community have been invited to play in someone else’s game. But here you will see there an invitation for the other team to come and enjoy learning about their brothers in Christ. White evangelicalism has for too long eroded our country. Left unchecked it will continue to further the divide. I believe this a prophetic book that the church should read.

Every white Christian please read this book

I was personally challenged and encouraged by the thoughtful and loving way that this Pastor Bryan Loritts has given a difficult message and one that all people need to hear, especially white Christians. it is help me see where I need to grow into a better man, into a more loving open and accepting man.