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Jake Colsen, an overworked and disillusioned pastor, happens into a stranger who bears an uncanny resemblance (in manner) to the apostle John. A number of encounters with John as well as a family crisis lead Jake to a new understanding of what his life should be like: one filled with faith bolstered by a steady, close relationship with the God of the universe. Facing his own disappointment with Christianity, Jake must forsake the habits that have made his faith rote and rediscover the love that captured his heart when he first believed.
Compelling and intensely personal, SO YOU DON'T WANT TO GO TO CHURCH ANYMORE relates a man's rebirth from performance-based Christianity to a loving friendship with Christ that affects all he does, thinks, and says. As John tells Jake, "There is nothing the Father desires for you more than that you fall squarely in the lap of his love and never move from that place for the rest of your life."
Compelling and intensely personal, SO YOU DON'T WANT TO GO TO CHURCH ANYMORE relates a man's rebirth from performance-based Christianity to a loving friendship with Christ that affects all he does, thinks, and says. As John tells Jake, "There is nothing the Father desires for you more than that you fall squarely in the lap of his love and never move from that place for the rest of your life."
About the Author
Wayne Jacobsen and Dave Coleman are longtime friends, former pastors, and current ministers in the name of Jesus. Formerly a contributing editor to Leadership Journal, Wayne has written numerous books on Christianity. You can find his other books, blog, and articles at lifestream.org, and his weekly podcast at thegodjourney.com. Wayne lives in Moorpark, California, with his wife, Sara. Dave Coleman is a retired hospice chaplain who continues to teach and counsel people on how to live closely with Jesus. Dave lives in Visalia, Caifornia.
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24 of 27 people found the following review helpful
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Not What you Might Expect,
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This review is from: So You Don't Want to Go to Church Anymore: An Unexpected Journey (Paperback)
This is likely one of the best books I have ever read and I'll tell you why.I've been all about the Church for most of my life. I've been a pastor, a denominational official, a Church Administrator, an Elder, a Chairman of the Board and while I'm not currently in a formal Church Ministry role, I'm finishing up a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership and writing a Master's Thesis on Leadership Styles and impact within the organization of the Church. On some levels, I'm sick and tired of the organization of the Church. Many of the criticisms leveled at it for being impersonal, political, manipulative, disingenuous and full of petty people are unfortunately true. There are literally millions of people who comprise the walking wounded who have brushed paths with many Churches and have sworn that they are never going back to such a place because it is full of hypocrites and toxic people. I understand that. I'm reminded of the man who said all the things above to his wife and ended up with the comment, "And I'm never going back there again." His wife responded, "But you have to go back. You're the Senior Pastor ......" For all who have felt this way, this book is for you. Through the masterful use of dialogue in the context of a fictional setting with a pastor who has been wounded, this book touches on all these themes and brings the reader through to the end with an alternative view of Church. It's not about the organizational Structure. Some imagine that if we just structured the Church right the problems would be solved. I can vouch from a level of involvement that exceeds many, that sadly this is not the case. The church will never be perfect in this age because I am not perfect. What is needed is a new view and understanding of the Church. This book does an excellent job of illustrating where hope lies. I recommend it highly! 5 Stars. Bart Breen
38 of 44 people found the following review helpful
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Freedom!!,
By Mark Greir "Neo" (Vancouver Island, Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: So You Don't Want to Go to Church Anymore: An Unexpected Journey (Paperback)
To anyone who questions their disillusionment with "the church" this book will help them to see that they are not alone. Jake, under the guidance of John, sets off on a journey of discovery ~ a journey to freedom from "religion" and all the expectations that entangle it. As Jake's eyes are open he discovers a "new freedom". Freedom from the fear of men and from obligation to the "institution". From John he learns once again to trust His Heavenly Father for all things and walk out a life of authentic faith.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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One of the best books I've ever read!,
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This review is from: So You Don't Want to Go to Church Anymore: An Unexpected Journey (Paperback)
I've been struggling for a few years after not attending church regularly and being caught up with legalism, programs, status quo for Christians and not being fulfilled. As I read this book it addressed the core issues and challenged me to go deeper in my relationship with God and let His love truly envelope me ... and learn to trust Him through all the difficult and painful experiences I've had and am in the midst of.I HIGHLY recommend this book for anyone who wants to know what true freedom is!
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