Being Christian After the Desolation of Gaza

This collection of essays tackles the urgent theological crisis facing American Christianity as it confronts the destruction in Gaza, directly challenging the fervent support many believers offer to a military campaign resulting in immense civilian suffering. The author dissects the troubling disconnect between the teachings of Jesus and the political allegiances of his modern followers, framing the ongoing violence as a profound moral test for the faith. These pages grapple with the stark reality of children dying under rubble and medical workers targeted, set against a backdrop of Christian defense for these actions.

Fisk's work stands out for its unflinching examination of the theological justifications used to defend violence, making it essential reading for Christians questioning the alignment of their faith with state power. The essays will resonate most with those feeling a deep unease with mainstream evangelical positions, offering a courageous framework for a Christianity rebuilt on solidarity with the oppressed rather than alliance with empire. This is a necessary, provocative call to conscience that demands a reckoning with what it truly means to follow Christ in a world of catastrophic violence.