Greg Boyd: Power Under vs. Power Over

One of my favorite authors over the last few years has been Gregory Boyd. He really challenges the status quo, while at the same time upholding the centrality of Christ. He broke into mainstream a few years ago with Letters from a Skeptic. But it was Myth of a Christian Nation that presented this central thought -- the Kingdom of Christ is a Power-Under Kingdom, as opposed to the kingdoms of the world, which are all power-over. It's a great book; very challenging. In the end Boyd makes it clear in his book that he is a patriot and thankful for America and our freedoms. But he also makes us take a really hard look at the primary message of Jesus, his teachings, and especially His actions, where Love is unconditional. Here is a little video about Power-under vs. Power-over. Listen through near the end, where the rubber hits the road.
 



Take a look at his other books as well: Myth of a Christian Religion (I have a review of this one on Amazon) and my favorite, Present Perfect.


Power-under is always a life of service.

Please, Lord, make that true of us. Help us to approach others with forgiveness, love, and service, upholding the truth of Jesus' teachings and the model of His wonderful love. And please, please, make us a Church That Looks Like Jesus!