Inside the Revolution: How the Followers of Jihad, Jefferson and Jesus Are Battling to Dominate the Middle East and Transform [Hardcover]

Rosenberg has put together a very well-written and well-researched book that demonstrates the clear threat a "Nuclear Iran" poses to our world. He uses a colorful literary style (eg. Followers of "Jihad" are terrorists, "Jefferson" are those looking for a peaceful democracy and "Jesus" as those who would like to see the hearts and minds of Muslims discover the peace and hope that everyone can have as a Christ follower.)

I highy recommend this book.

Joel Rosenberg is a remarkable author, able to keep your attention as you read through this rather large volume. It is divided into three sections and outlines how three different groups in the middle east will have a significant impact on the world as we know it. Pick up this book if you have the opportunity and any interest in what is happening in the middle east. His interviews with military, political and religious leaders in both North America and around the world will keep you reading until the last page.

When I requested this book to review, I had just listened to a Focus On The Family episode where Joel Rosenberg was talking about the subject of his bookwith Dr. Dobson. I was highly interested and asked Tyndale for the possibility to review it. It took me some time to read it because I needed the "digest" the information I was reading.
The book is divided in three parts. The first part is about the radicals and it gives you the history and current reality of the jihad. The second part is about the reformers of Jefferson which represents the growing number of Muslim leaders who are seeking to follow and emulate Thomas Jefferson's teaching and example. Finally, the third part is about the followers of Christ whose numbers are rising in Muslim countries.
While reading this book, you realize that the author knows his subject because he will give you lots of background information and history. Rosenberg took the time and the energy to interview Christian leaders in the epicentre, people who were involved in the events surrounding the development of Jihad since the 70s, and observe how politics are going in the Muslim countries. He writes boldly and explains all the history and events that is shaking our world more and more every day.
This book is packed with information and I find it is hard to read rapidly. I prefer taking it a little bit at a time so I can digest and ponder on the information I read. In the first section, I was particularly troubled by the fact that some men can just decided to kill without any remorse. I find it sad that such a thing happens and I pray with all my heart that God will change their heart and they will see what they are missing.
As much as personally this book is troubling me, I know that my two brother-in-laws will quite enjoy it because both of them have said that they would love to read it when I am done.
The book is available in hardcover, softcover, and audio version. There is also a documentary on DVD and a study guide available.
This review was possible because I received a free copy of Inside The Revolution from Tyndale House Publishers.