__Is God Dying?__   
That's what some people think and want. They say Christian beliefs and our way of life aren't relevant anymore. But what critics and even many churchgoers don't realize is the life-changing importance of Christianity.  
  
Showing how the world would be a dark place without Christianity, Unimaginable guides you through the halls of history to see how Jesus' teachings dramatically changed our world and continue to be the most powerful force for good today. Learn . . .  
  
· How Christianity has stood against the evils of slavery (more than once), racism, eugenics, and injustices toward women and children   
  
· Why democracy, freedom as a universal value, and modern education and legal systems owe much to Christianity  
  
· How Christians throughout the ages have demonstrated the value of human life by sacrificially caring for the sick, handicapped, marginalized, and dying  
  
· How people of faith are extending God's kingdom through charities, social justice efforts, mental health initiatives, and other profound ways  
  
This provocative and enlightening book is for anyone concerned about where our world is heading.

__Jeremiah J. Johnston__, Ph.D., is a New Testament scholar called to equip Christians to love God with all their hearts and minds. As president of Christian Thinkers Society, Jeremiah is passionate about resourcing believers to give intellectually informed reasons for what they believe. He speaks regularly and contributes to national publications and shows, including, Fox News, CNN, USA Today, Relevant, The Christian Post, and several other media outlets. Jeremiah and his wife, Audrey, along with their five children, live in Texas. Learn more at www.christianthinkers.com

__Is Christianity Good for the World?__ "As we live in a world desirous of scourging religion from life, Dr. Johnston shows that without difference-making believers in Jesus, many of the greatest elements of our world would be missing. Atheist, agnostic, or lifelong churchgoer--read this book and realize the importance and power of Christianity."  
__Gregg Matte__, Pastor, Houston's First Baptist Church  
  
"For half a century, America has been moving away from its Christian heritage. Many Americans apparently are oblivious to the value of this heritage and how it laid the very foundation on which this great nation was built. I am pleased to recommend this compelling and fascinating book."  
__Mike Huckabee__, Former Governor of Arkansas  
  
"This brilliant book is a wake-up call to a world that refuses to see the impact of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and to a church that has too often forgotten who we are and what we believe."  
__Sheila Walsh__, Co-host, Life Today   
"A sophisticated, thoughtful book based on a profound assumption--and it entertains as well as instructs."  
__Dr. Rodney Stark__, Distinguished Professor, Baylor University  
  
"An eye-opening work that should be read with pen in hand to mark points to remember. Truly powerful and persuasive."  
__Lee Strobel,__ Bestselling Author of The Case for Christ and The Case for Faith   
"It is essential that we understand the influence of Christ and the Christian faith upon civilization and culture. Our witness in the world is at stake, and one of the most significant reasons we believe and share our message is the massive impact of Christianity upon the lives of millions. . . . I highly recommend this book."  
__Jack Graham__, Pastor, Prestonwood Baptist Church

__Jeremiah J. Johnston, PhD,__ is a New Testament scholar and frequent contributor to national publications and shows, including USA Today, Fox News, CNN, Relevant, The Christian Post, and numerous other media outlets. Known for his unique communication skills and his infectious love for people, Jeremiah ministers internationally in partnership with the Museum of the Bible and is president of the Christian Thinkers Society, a resident institute at Houston Baptist University, where he serves as Associate Professor of Early Christianity. He is the author of Unanswered: Lasting Truth for Trending Questions. Jeremiah and his family live in Houston. Learn more at ChristianThinkers.com.

__A Stirring Account of Christianity's Power for Good__   
In a day when Christians are often attacked for their beliefs, professor and speaker Jeremiah Johnston offers an inspiring look at the positive influence of Christianity, both historically and today. In Unimaginable, you'll discover the far-reaching ways that Christianity is good for the world--and has been since the first century AD--including:  
· How the plights of women and children in society were forever changed by Jesus  
· Why democracy and our education and legal systems owe much to Christianity   
· How early believers demonstrated the inherent value of human life by caring for the sick, handicapped, and dying  
· How Christians today are extending God's kingdom through charities, social justice efforts, and other profound ways  
  
Like It's a Wonderful Life, the classic film that showed George Bailey how different Bedford Falls would be without his presence, Unimaginable guides readers through the halls of history to see how Jesus' teachings dramatically changed the world and continue to be the most powerful force for good today. This provocative and enlightening book is sure to encourage believers and challenge doubters.

In a day when Christians are often attacked for their beliefs, this provocative and enlightening book looks at the positive influence of Christianity, both historically and today. Unimaginable guides readers through the halls of history to see how Jesus' teachings dramatically changed the world and continue to be the most powerful force for good today.

Johnston, Jeremiah J.

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Endorsements

Dedication

Foreword

Introduction

Part I: The World Before Christianity

Chapter 1. Our Sense of the Divine

Chapter 2. A World of Suffering

Chapter 3. A World of Fear

Chapter 4. A World of Inequality

Chapter 5. A World of Bondage: Racism

Part II: The World Without Christianity

Chapter 6. A Slippery Slope

Chapter 7. Dehumanizing Humanity

Chapter 8. Atheism and the Broken Soul

Chapter 9. "Superman" Arrives

Chapter 10. Hitler's Hell on Earth

Chapter 11. When Truth Is What You Want It to Be

Part III: The World With Christianity

Chapter 12. Jesus' Tour de Force: Good News for All People

Chapter 13. New Hope: Jesus and His Proclamation

Chapter 14. New Life: What Made Christianity Irresistible?

Chapter 15. Christianity Ends Racism and Slavery

Chapter 16. Without Jesus, Women Would Not Be Free

Chapter 17. Healing the Unimaginable in Your Life

Acknowledgments

Notes

About the Author

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A Stirring Account of Christianity's Power for Good  
  
In a day when Christians are often attacked for their beliefs, professor and speaker Jeremiah Johnston offers an inspiring look at the positive influence of Christianity, both historically and today. In Unimaginable, you'll discover the far-reaching ways that Christianity is good for the world--and has been since the first century AD--including:  
· How the plights of women and children in society were forever changed by Jesus  
· Why democracy and our education and legal systems owe much to Christianity   
· How early believers demonstrated the inherent value of human life by caring for the sick, handicapped, and dying  
· How Christians today are extending God's kingdom through charities, social justice efforts, and other profound ways  
  
Like It's a Wonderful Life, the classic film that showed George Bailey how different Bedford Falls would be without his presence, Unimaginable guides readers through the halls of history to see how Jesus' teachings dramatically changed the world and continue to be the most powerful force for good today. This provocative and enlightening book is sure to encourage believers and challenge doubters.

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Foreword

Introduction

Part I: The World Before Christianity

 1. Our Sense of the Divine

 2. A World of Suffering

 3. A World of Fear

 4. A World of Inequality

 5. A World of Bondage: Racism

Part II: The World Without Christianity

 6. A Slippery Slope

 7. Dehumanizing Humanity

 8. Atheism and the Broken Soul

 9. “Superman” Arrives

 10. Hitler’s Hell on Earth

 11. When Truth Is What You Want It to Be

Part III: The World With Christianity

 12. Jesus’ Tour de Force: Good News for All People

 13. New Hope: Jesus and His Proclamation

 14. New Life: What Made Christianity Irresistible?

 15. Christianity Ends Racism and Slavery

 16. Without Jesus, Women Would Not Be Free

 17. Healing the Unimaginable in Your Life

Acknowledgments

Notes

About the Author

"This brilliant book is a wake-up call to a world that refuses to see the impact of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and to a church that has too often forgotten who we are and what we believe."--SHEILA WALSH, co-host of Life Today

"An eye-opening work that should be read with pen in hand to mark points to remember. Truly powerful and persuasive."--LEE STROBEL, bestselling author of The Case for Christ and The Case for Faith

Imagining a world where Christianity never existed, Jeremiah J. Johnston explores how faith in Christ is foundational to the world.

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