First sentence: The disciples asked Jesus an interesting question: "Lord, will those who are saved be few?" (Luke 13:23). Haven't we all wondered how many people will be saved and how many lost?

I wouldn't be surprised if some readers make the conclusion that Erwin Lutzer doesn't go far enough in his cultural analysis and the dangers facing every Christian--particularly American Christians--and other readers may reach the conclusion that he goes too far.

If even a third of the things Lutzer mentions--calls out, cries out against--are true, there are reasons for the church--the true church--to be concerned. For better or worse--most likely worse--the American church might be said to be on the sleepy/lazy side. Believers--both as individuals and as a group--tend to fall asleep when we most need to stay alert. Consider the disciples, for example. Several times in Scripture, believers are called to wake up. The call to wake up is not necessarily a call to panic. I want to make that clear. Lutzer's call is not for Christians to join together and panic. It is a call, in my opinion, to wake up and wipe the sleep from our eyes. To look and watch. To trust and obey. To pray and praise. To perhaps make (more) informed choices.

I love, love, love his purpose: "I write not so much to reclaim the culture as to reclaim the church." Again his goal is NOT to "take America back."

Lutzer definitely makes a clear distinction between the one, true church--the "invisible" church--and the more inclusive "church" that seems to include anyone/everyone who has ever at any time--for any length of time--professed to be "a Christian." If a Christian is anyone who has ever at any time said "hey, I'm a Christian" then sure, it's easy to say Christians hold a majority and they have never been silenced in any way. To clarify, there is a BIG difference between a literal silencing and a silencing from FEAR of "being canceled" or "facing consequences" of our "free speech." It would be an exaggeration to say that American Christians are truly in fear of their [actual] lives for exercising free speech and the freedom of religion.

Tolerance is a one-way street. And Christianity isn't to be tolerated. So goes Lutzer's argument that the culture has long--many, many, many decades--warred against traditional, orthodox, historic Christianity.

Progressive Christianity--or should that be progressive "Christianity" is not silenced, and has no reason to worry about being silenced. More often than not, progressive Christianity is walking--if not skipping or leaping--with the world: hand in hand, heart to heart. Everything in perfect alignment.

Lutzer covers just about any and every subject/topic in this one. He urges his readers to look to the Word of God and NOT the world. Our faith should not be informed--taught, guided, led--by the world. There are dangerous world views. Conflicting dangerous world views. World views that unite in one thing--their dislike and hatred of Christianity. The world NEEDS the gospel; the world NEEDS those who are willing to openly testify and witness. The world NEEDS those to speak the truth IN LOVE. (Not those who keep silent OUT OF LOVE.) Real love, true love, the love we are called to have for the world--for all our neighbors--speaks the truth with grace. Because I love you, because I truly want you to know the truth, I am going to speak the truth even knowing that you may be offended.

Lutzer, in my opinion, keeps pointing readers back to the good news of the gospel. Yes, these things are concerning BUT look to Christ, look to Christ's promises. That's why I think it's a call to wake up and not a call to panic.

In some ways, it might be Lutzer preaching to the choir. Those most likely to read it are likely already somewhat concerned about the world we live in, the way our culture is. Those reluctant to read it--because they disagree fundamentally with this "narrow-minded" and "hateful" world view (aka traditional, orthodox, historic Christianity)--may see what they want to see. I think the book should be read with an open mind. Don't assume the worst about Lutzer and his position.

We Will Not Be Silenced was a great nonfiction read. I feel like it had a lot of truths in it and definitely helps you understand what is going on better. I didn't agree with everything 100%, but it was interesting to read and I recommend the book. I highlighted a lot of quotes and really liked the read.

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This is a timely and necessary book for Christians today. I highly recommend reading and owning a physical copy. Study it. Refer to it. Share it with your friends. Lutzer courageously outlines the cultural climate in which we live and how to live faithfully and with hope.

We Will Not Be Silenced: Responding Courageously to Our Culture's Assault on Christianity was a great read and highly recommend it for others to read. Five stars.

Powerful, timely, hope-giving. Dr. Lutzer is a name I trust for Biblical integrity and accurate analysis of a wide variety of subjects. Current events are chaotic and dismaying on all sides. But Dr. Lutzer provides a Biblical way of looking at the current events and helping us to formulate a Biblical response. He provides ample documentation and citation for his assertions of what is transpiring and who is behind the changes, so this isn't just a "conspiracy theory" wacko sounding off. I found his analysis and suggestions to be very helpful and insightful.

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A thought-provoking read, written with no desire to hide the blatant truth; a definite discussion-starter. Each statement had to be digested before the next was taken. Some ideas given in this book were more thought-provoking than others, and as an African myself, some definitely had to be taken with a pinch of salt. Nevertheless, kudos to the author for such an excellent piece of literature.

Erwin Lutzer is a conservative evangelical Christian who believes that today's Christians must stand firm on the traditional biblical truths. Despite growing hostility, Christians are called to defend their beliefs, exercise courage, and refuse to be intimidated in the face of growing secularism. The way to God and heaven is a narrow road, and Christians must not weaken or broaden the gospel so that everyone can be included.
Lutzer compares the left and progressive Christians to Nazi Germans and calls out some of today's Christian, political and other leaders who side with new Christianity. In his opinion, there is only one way and no one can truly be a Christian and believe differently than he does.
This book will be one that conservative evangelical Christians, like I used to be, will support. I am one of the Christians the author would argue has gone quiet and cowardly in light of cultural pressure that promotes sin. I do believe that we must follow the Bible, but God's words have been distorted over time. I believe that Erwin Lutzer is believing a distorted view of Jesus's teachings too. I do appreciate his passion for today's Christians to remain faithful to God and to stand up for what they believe.

“The church is not Americanism; it is not built upon the foundations of our Founding Fathers, however important their contributions are. There is no doubt that Christianity in America has benefited from the nation’s Judeo‑Christian roots, but we must learn to survive without this support.”
Quote from We Will Not Be Silenced

This book came out at good time. With people twisting the Bible and Christianity to go with their own agenda, author Erwin Lutzer helps break down and discern what is true about Christianity and what is not. He shares examples of how Marxism is slowly coming into Christianity and how we can be ready to stand up against it.


I graciously received an advanced e-copy from Netgalley for review. All opinions are my own

I loved this. While I don't think Christians are experiencing a major plight right now in our country as compared to other groups but I do feel like there is a silencing happening of Christians. Very interesting and well-written.

I read this book as a pre-release e-book obtained through NetGalley, provided by the publisher.

I selected this book, wondering, “How can a majority be silenced?”. The vast majority of the population of the United States identifies as Christian. After having read this, it is summed up by the unattributed "When you are accustomed to privilege, equality feels like oppression."

The author claims that he, as well as other Evangelical Christians are “shamed into silence”. 80% of the US population identifies as Christian. There are Christian churches, from upward of 30,000 denominations, all over the US, and all with a tax-exempt status. Christmas and Easter are Federal holidays. Christians are the majority. They are not the oppressed.

The claim is that there is so much in society, including schools, media, and internet, that usurps or replaces the moral and religious teachings of parents. Parents have a responsibility to guide their own children, and teach them their own morals and values! Giving a child a cell phone or computer with internet access, with no guidance, is a very good example of not parenting! This is a good example of abdicating responsibilities to “society”.

Although there is a bibliography in the back, many of the claims do not appear referenced. Historical facts, the US Constitution, and the Bible appear to be poorly appealed to in many places. The author believes in Biblical Marriage, and decries that public school students are "taught" differently. What type of Biblical marriage? 1 man 1 woman, 1 man several women, 1 man several women and their servants, 1 man and his rape victim, 1 man several women and a few POWs? He seems to believe that Islam is taught in the public schools, Muslim students are provided with prayer rooms and Hall al meals. This strains credulity in a system where schools struggle to provide well-balanced meals, and generally cannot accommodate special diets even if medically indicated. If Islam is taught in his public school, I encourage him to object to a school board meeting, and to report this to any of a number of secular organizations.

This was one of the best non fiction books I have read in quite some time. It addresses the current issues of BLM and the destruction of cities and historical statues. It addresses the reasons why Christians are being pressured to be silent. Great author who has written a very thorough and well researched book. SOMEONE understands!!!!!!

Highly recommended especially for such a time as this whereby deception has taken ahold of the populace.

This is a reminder. A strong reminder. And no doubt many will think it is an overly harsh reminder. It reminds us that we are a country blessed because of our Christian heritage, but it also reminds us that we are squandering those blessings because of our rejection of Christianity. But it is also a review. It holds up God’s Word to the mirror of our political, sexual, and racial culture. Not to judge God’s Word, but to determine how well those ideas reflect God’s order and truth. It asks tough questions, such as…Does socialism or capitalism better reflect God’s command to care for the poor? Does affirming championship or loving repentance better reflect God’s eternal plan for homosexuals? Does mass guilt/privilege or individual repentance better reflect God’s plan for reconciliation?
Much of this book is depressing. It takes you through the development, acceptance, and implementation of many of the most blatantly un-Biblical programs or practices in recent years. But at the end of each chapter, there are a few paragraphs that remind the church that we have the answers to all confusion and fear. That is followed by a brief prayer and a couple of verses of encouragement. The last chapter discusses in more detail why we must stand for the Gospel as presented in the whole Word of God.
It’s good for everyone. It’s vital for every Christian parent, though. Lutzer challenges them to carefully consider the influences they subject their children to, by carefully explaining the world view that has come to dominate American education. Please, prayerfully consider what he has to say here. It may have eternal consequences for your children.
I received this as a free ARC through NetGalley and Harvest House Publishers. No favorable review was required, and it was my honor to provide my honest opinions.

"We Will Not Be Silenced", by Erwin Lutzer, is a shot in the arm for any Christian feeling overwhelmed by the current political and social environment surrounding them today. Dealing with topics including racial issues, the LGBTQ community, and the pandemic, Lutzer does a great job of explaining each topic and providing a Biblical basis for refuting some well-known but misguided beliefs. I felt that Lutzer could be a little more gracious in his refutations of some topics, and this book was much more detailed than I expected. Overall, this was a good book and will be a good resource for Christians looking to go against cultural tides.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.