Love Wins Companion - A Study Guide for Those Who Want to Go Deeper

For anyone who wants to delve deeper into Rob Bell’s bestselling Love Wins, the expansive and accessible Love Wins Companion offers scholarly support and critiques, resources for individuals, groups, and classes, and brand new material by Rob Bell himself. As Love Wins continues to become a touchstone for thousands of readers worldwide, controversy surrounds the book’s arguments. Author Brian D. McClaren wrote that with Love Wins “thousands of readers will find freedom and hope and a new way of understanding the biblical story," yet USA Today observed that “Bell has stuck a pitchfork in how Christians talk about damnation." Here, in The Love Wins Companion, Rob Bell offers commentary on the positive and negative attention his groundbreaking book is receiving, delivering a crucial supplement to one of the most talked-about books in recent memory.

How can we have a more honest, challenging, and hopeful conversation about Christian faith?

Deeper Faith: Each chapter offers overviews from Rob Bell, in-depth Bible studies, and provocative readings to take you beyond the surface of Love Wins. Questioning Faith: Engage with the tough questions about heaven, hell, and salvation that sparked a worldwide conversation, all in a framework that encourages honest doubt and exploration. Generous Orthodoxy: Explore perspectives from a wide range of Christian thinkers—from N.T. Wright and C.S. Lewis to Pope Benedict XVI and Anne Lamott—who challenge a narrow, fear-based faith. Small Group Resources: Perfect for book clubs and church groups, this guide includes specific group exercises and discussion prompts to foster meaningful dialogue.