Shane's opening statement in chapter 10 identifies with my number one concern among Christianity and religion in general.  It's a concern that has led me astray from embracing religion of any form.  Something like Christianity, which is suppose to withhold such pride and sanctity in morals, values, and truth, is so often skewed by many people who do not act morally and simply only seek truth on Sunday mornings.  I've been filled with great feelings of relief to know that people like Shane are stepping up and making their voice heard to bring back the true motives and intentions of Christianity that have been dismissed by so many.  I appreciate Shane bringing the "love," "grace," "and "community" back to religion.

Not coming from a particularly strong Christian background, I have thoroughly enjoyed Shane's numerous scripture quotes and biblical stories.  I especially like the one on page 273 about Dirk Willems fleeing from execution only to end up saving the guard's life that he was escaping from.  Even though burned at the stake, he died in pursuit of love and I can dig that.  We all should.

Shane cites Dorothy Day many times during the book.  Does anyone know anything about Dorothy?

I thought it was cool that Shane's article in SPIN magazine made such a good impression among its staff and readers (at least in his words it did).  Although one could argue that his interview was contradicting to his previous statements of how Jesus has become too commercialized, I think that many people who are readers of contemporary magazines such as SPIN are the same people that have become disillusioned with religion. I feel that other magazines should include positive messages such as Shane's as opposed to articles on how good Paris Hilton's butt looked at the club last Friday.

"The average American consumes as much as 520 Ethiopians do" (page 344).  Interesting fact, but I'd like to know where he got this information.  Although Shane cites a ton in the book, I feel like he has slipped many facts like this one into his book without citing where he found it.

 The Irresistible Revolution was incredible.  I have a lot more faith in religion and humanity after reading this book and I am very thankful that I read it.