"This book highlights the clash between the church and our culture and how we should respond to the challenges. The author explains that we are called to rescue the culture, not just preach to it. He illustrates this by detailing many of the cultural trends we face and their impact on the church and how we must address them. This is a reminder that the church is the hope of the world and,   as such, we are called to influence the culture rather submit to its pressures."

- Dr. ERWIN LUTZER, senior pastor, Moody Church, Chicago   

"Believing Scripture to be the truth without any mixture of error, S. Michael Craven applies truth to the error of our age. He helps the reader wade through the brackish mixture of current thought to distinguish the pure water of the Word."

-DR. JACK GRAHAM, pastor, Prestonwood Baptist Church, Plano, Texas

"Christians are supposed to be in the world, but not of it. Today, however, many are of the world, but not in it! Believers have allowed the surrounding culture to 'squeeze them into its own mold' while simultaneously retreating into their holy huddles. What a contradiction! In this most accessible book, Michael Craven addresses the mega-problem of a 'culturized' (and isolated) Christianity with Caleb-like courage. He outlines current worldviews that have swamped the church and responds to red-hot contemporary issues with Christian truth and love. In a day when the flame of authentic faith is barely aflicker, the church needs all the help she can get. This book contributes to the needed aid, and will amply reward serious consideration."

-DAVID NAUGLE, Th.D., Ph.D., professor of philosophy, Dallas Baptist University

"A book by an American about America and for Americans in the light of God's Word. Michael's incisive critique, biblical wisdom, and deep compassion have produced a work that needs to be read and processed by many. I heartily agree with and support his message."

-STUART MCALLISTER, vice president of training and special projects, Ravi Zacharias International Ministry

"Michael Craven is a fresh voice who avoids the common dangers in dealing with hot-button issues in both the culture and the church. This book is representative of a new kind of apologetics that is desperately needed. Careful readers will be rewarded by investing serious thought in this fine book."

-DR. JOHN H. ARMSTRONG, president, ACT3 Ministry

"Michael Craven has invested years in research, writing, and travel to address cultural issues in our day while identifying the most strategic battleground: the mind. A dynamic apologist, Michael separates the external cultural context from essential Christian truth and brings the reader the single, specific, and stirring challenge to think biblically."

-DR. DAVID H. MCKINLEY, senior pastor, Warren Baptist Church, Augusta, Georgia

"By way of both precept and personal example, Michael Craven is a reliable guide for Christians as we seek to engage our culture and exert a redemptive influence upon it. He reflects well the blend of truth and love needed for God-honoring impact. Western students have greatly appreciated their opportunities to learn from Michael in the classroom; I know many other people have been similarly blessed through his other ministry venues. I am delighted that key aspects of Michael's thoughtful cultural analysis can now be accessed in book form."

-RANDALL ROBERTS, DMIN, president, Western Seminary, Portland, Oregon