A gathering of friends reading Real Christianity by William Wilberforce

He believed that slavery was wrong; and with his classic book, Real Christianity, William Wilberforce set out to describe for people an authentic expression of the Christian faith. In doing so, he changed the course of a nation--and the world. In this modern paraphrase of a contemporary classic, Bob Beltz introduces you to a set of principles critical in living an authentic Christian life. As you read his passionate words, you'll find that Wilberforce's examination of what it means to have authentic faith in a time of cultural Christianity resonates strongly, even today. Discover how the concepts of sin, evil and depravity have been watered-down. Find out how the essential beliefs of authentic Christianity have been distorted. Learn how to maintain a biblical lifestyle. Although written more than 200 years ago, the timeless truths in this book will speak to you in fresh ways. It will also serve as a litmus test of the authenticity of your own spiritual values.
(from the back cover of William Wilberforce's Real Christianity revised and updated by Bob Beltz published by Regal Books from Gospel Light 2006)


Let's post chapter by chapter how this book moves us, convicts us, and perplexes us. Let us discover how an authentic Christian (as opposed to a cultural Christian) can change the world. I am the first to admit that I have been a "cultural Christian" for most of my life. But with the Holy Spirit's grace those days of "cultural Christianity" are coming to an end. My prayer is that this book will be a tool used to give me new eyes to see myself and to be an "authentic" Christian to everyone God brings into my life.