Jesus Calling — and the Presbyterian Church in America

Posted on July 4, 2024 
Filed under Other denominations, Theology

“Perhaps you are unaware of the controversy surrounding Jesus Calling among Reformed and Presbyterian churches. But there are good reasons why the book has generated so much resistance and strong critiques even as it has sold in the tens of millions and generated dozens of spin-offs. The problems with Jesus Calling begin with its origins. …”

– At Reformation21, Todd Pruitt explains why the Presbyterian Church in America discussed and voted on Jesus Calling at their recent General Assembly.

It’s worth being aware of the book and its many derivatives.

The article at Reformation21 references this 2015 post by Tim Challies: 10 Serious Problems with Jesus Calling:

“Sarah Young’s Jesus Calling is a phenomenon that shows no signs of slowing down. … Yet it is a deeply troubling book. I am going to point out 10 serious problems with Jesus Calling in the hope that you will consider and heed these warnings.”