New Book byBranson Area Author Goes Politically Incorrect over Taboo Topics

Politics and religion—two topics “they” say are best avoided around the dinner table. The Christmas ham may not be the only juicy item served up this holiday season. Consider the latest stories being gobbled up on the media circuit: Wedding Bells will soon be ringing for pop singers George Michael and Sir Elton John. A continuing battle wages from left to right over Judge Samuel Alito Jr.’s views on abortion. What’s a Christian to do? A brand new book jabs a fork into the eye of political correctness. Author Robert J. Burton declares, “In these perilous times, when godlessness and moral relativism are sweeping through the world, the true remnant of the Church must be willing to take a stand.” Will the Real Christians Please Stand Up! challenges Christians to fully live as followers of Jesus, to call out the sin yet love the sinner. Burton throws down the gauntlet to believers, demanding they stop “playing” church.

Burton’s controversial new book Will the Real Christians Please Stand Up! Biblical Reflections on the Meaning of the Christian Life (November, $17.99, 1-59781-486-5) discusses quite a few “dangerous” topics, including Satan and spiritual warfare, Christians taking a stand on issues the world has made controversial (abortion, homosexual activity, same-sex marriage), and the fact that those who do not believe in the Trinity may call themselves Christians. The author tackles yet another contentious theme, stating “the real Christian does not try to turn God into a puppet by proclaiming that if we just ‘name it’ (what we want) in faith, ‘we can claim it’; this is a dangerous way to use the Word of God to support materialism and worldliness.” In these examples and others, the real Christian should deeply love the people involved in abortion, homosexual behavior, and other actions contrary to the true will of God, says Burton. Each of his 32 reflections draws heavily on Scripture. Will the Real Christians Please Stand Up! provides a blueprint for the “sold-out” committed Christian life. The book will also be helpful to people who are not Christians or are disillusioned Christians, seeking to understand what essential Christianity means.

Robert J. Burton lives in the Ozark Mountains of Southwest Missouri, near Branson. He has been a human resources professional for more than 35 years, with almost 25 of them at Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation. Based in Branson, HFE is a company with entertainment and recreation properties in Missouri, Tennessee, Georgia, Texas, and other areas. Burton also coordinates a 24/7 prayer team for the Silver Dollar City Foundation.

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He has a master’s degree in theology and is active as a teacher, facilitator, and guest preacher in the Branson area. He and his wife, Barbara, have been married for more than 37 years. They have two sons, John and Mike, and two adopted daughters, Mandi and Megan.

Xulon Press is the world’s largest Christian publisher, with more than 2,500 titles published to date. Retailers may order Will the Real Christians Please Stand Up!through Ingram Book Company and/or Spring Arbor Book Distributors.