Distortions: How to Recognize and Refute False Christian Claims in American Culture *A Visual Guide*
Feb 2026 · Abingdon Press
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25
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Identify and respond to distortions of modern Christianity.
In an era of widespread theological misinformation, Christians need clear, practical tools to identify and address distortions of the faith. Distortions provides pastors, church leaders, and laity with an accessible visual guide to understanding and responding to false representations of Christianity in contemporary culture.
Using engaging infographics, charts, and illustrations, this digital resource explores prevalent forms of cultural Christianity, including Christian Nationalism, Churchless Christianity, Consumer Christianity, the Prosperity Gospel, Conservative Family cults, and Jesus-less Progressive Christianity. Through thoughtful questions for self-reflection, you'll develop a foundational understanding of how these movements deviate from authentic Christian teaching from a Wesleyan perspective.
The book equips you with the language and confidence to recognize falsehoods when you encounter them in daily life, whether in personal conversations, ministry settings, or on social media. You'll gain practical guidelines for when, where, and how to refute these distortions with grace and truth. At the same time, this resource reinforces core Wesleyan theological principles, helping you articulate who you are as a Christian, what you believe, and why it matters.
Instant digital access lets you start learning immediately, with a format designed for quick reference and lasting impact. Includes a special segment at the end of the book for groups who wish to discuss the book together.
A timely resource for faithful witness in a confused culture.
In an era of widespread theological misinformation, Christians need clear, practical tools to identify and address distortions of the faith. Distortions provides pastors, church leaders, and laity with an accessible visual guide to understanding and responding to false representations of Christianity in contemporary culture.
Using engaging infographics, charts, and illustrations, this digital resource explores prevalent forms of cultural Christianity, including Christian Nationalism, Churchless Christianity, Consumer Christianity, the Prosperity Gospel, Conservative Family cults, and Jesus-less Progressive Christianity. Through thoughtful questions for self-reflection, you'll develop a foundational understanding of how these movements deviate from authentic Christian teaching from a Wesleyan perspective.
The book equips you with the language and confidence to recognize falsehoods when you encounter them in daily life, whether in personal conversations, ministry settings, or on social media. You'll gain practical guidelines for when, where, and how to refute these distortions with grace and truth. At the same time, this resource reinforces core Wesleyan theological principles, helping you articulate who you are as a Christian, what you believe, and why it matters.
Instant digital access lets you start learning immediately, with a format designed for quick reference and lasting impact. Includes a special segment at the end of the book for groups who wish to discuss the book together.
A timely resource for faithful witness in a confused culture.
Identify and respond to distortions of modern Christianity.
In an era of widespread theological misinformation, Christians need clear, practical tools to identify and address distortions of the faith. Distortions provides pastors, church leaders, and laity with an accessible visual guide to unde...
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Michael Adam Beck is the Director of Fresh Expressions for The United Methodist Church and a lecturer and program director at several seminaries, including the Fresh Expressions House of Studies at United Theological Seminary. He is senior pastor of St. Mark’s UMC in Ocala, FL, and has served as co-pastor with his wife Jill, directing addiction recovery programs, a jail ministry, food pantry, and racial justice movements. He is the author of several books, including Doing Justice Together and A Field Guide to Methodist Fresh Expressions.
Michael Adam Beck is the Director of Fresh Expressions for The United Methodist Church and a lecturer and program director at several seminaries, including the Fresh Expressions House of Studies at United Theological Seminary. He is senior pastor of St. Mark’s UMC in Ocala, FL, and has served as ...
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