Mark Driscoll on Resurgence, American Post-Christianity and a Call to Men

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A week ago or so I took a 2-mile walk and listened to this podcast from Mark Driscoll.  It has really messed me up (in a good way) and challenged me.  Please take the time to listen and feel free to comment.


Mark Driscoll on the call to Resurgence, American as Post-Christian and a Challenge to Men

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