Peter Demos Calls Christians to Stand Firm in Truth and Grace in New Book ‘Bold Not Belligerent’
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Peter Demos Calls Christians to Stand Firm in Truth and Grace in New Book ‘Bold Not Belligerent’
CEO and Restaurateur Offers Biblical Guidance for Courageous, Christlike Engagement in a Divided Culture
MURFREESBORO, Tenn., Dec. 2, 2025 — In a culture marked by division, hostility and growing pressure on Christian beliefs, CEO, Author and Podcast Host Peter Demos is urging believers to rediscover a distinctly biblical approach to courage—one that stands boldly for truth without resorting to outrage or aggression. His newest book, Bold Not Belligerent, officially released on November 28, provides a timely and practical roadmap for Christians seeking to live out conviction with both strength and Christlike compassion.
In the book, Demos addresses the challenges many believers face as public discourse becomes increasingly combative all the while biblical values are often dismissed or mischaracterized. Through Scripture, historical context and insights drawn from his personal leadership journey, Demos equips readers with clear, actionable tools to navigate cultural tension without compromising faith or sacrificing the witness of love.
“Matthew 10:16 gives us some guidance when Jesus says, ‘Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves,’” shares Demos in his book “...the message should pierce us. To be wise as serpents is to be bold, and to be innocent as doves is to use our boldness without belligerence.”
Bold Not Belligerent helps readers:
Stand confidently for biblical truth without hostility
Engage disagreements with grace, clarity and calm
Recognize when silence is harmful and when boldness is necessary
Overcome fear-based reactions that hinder effective witness
Represent Christ faithfully in workplaces, families and public life
As a lawyer-turned-restaurateur who has led businesses through cultural unrest, economic uncertainty and shifting societal expectations, Demos writes with a seasoned, empathetic voice shaped by firsthand experience and deep theological conviction—points also reflected regularly on his podcast, Uncommon Sense in Current Times.
“Our world is in desperate need of believers who are willing to speak up—but speak up in a way that points others to Jesus,” said Demos. “This book is my invitation for Christians to rediscover that balance.”
Bold Not Belligerent follows Demos’ previous titles, including On the Christian Duty of Civil Disobedience and Afraid to Trust, solidifying his role as a leading voice on Christlike courage, conviction and cultural engagement.
To learn more and to purchase the book, visit: https://www.peterdemos.org/store-1/p/bold-not-belligerent.
Peter Demos is the president and CEO of Demos’ Brands and Demos Family Kitchen. A lawyer by trade, Demos returned to the hospitality industry to help lead and grow his family’s companies, developing a reputation as a principled, mission-driven business leader. He is the author of Bold Not Belligerent, On the Christian Duty of Civil Disobedience, and Afraid to Trust, books that blend Scripture, personal experience and practical insight to help Christians navigate cultural pressure and the call to stand courageously for biblical truth. A sought-after speaker and podcast host of Uncommon Sense in Current Times, Demos regularly addresses topics including courageous leadership, faith in the workplace and engaging culture with grace and conviction.
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