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Dear Jon Acuff,

First, I want to say we should be friends. Maybe even BFF’s, but we can take it slow at first. I can neither confirm or deny that you were in one of my dreams a while back. I’m pretty sure we were those "vacationing together" friends that throw our heads back and laugh after each joke while wearing ascots. It was a dream, remember? As a new friend, I want to thank you for writing Start. Not only has it convicted me of areas of improvement in my own life, it has challenged me. I am even doing my best to already put them into practice this week!

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CatalystLeader_LargeCVRI read many blogs. Yes, I’m that guy. And yes, that is a humble brag. With all the blogs I read, there are only a select few that I find myself reading nearly every post. Brad Lomenick’s blog is one of them. When I found out his new book The Catalyst Leader was coming out, I knew right away that it was one I wanted to read! I am very grateful to Brad and Catalyst for allowing me to read and review this book for free! It was definitely a blessing.

Let me tell you this, The Catalyst Leader exceeded my expectation. Continue Reading…

God is big. In fact, much bigger than we can even imagine. Just look at the stars through a telescope. Study some different universes. He’s bigger than that, and that’s big!

This exactly what Louie Giglio proves in his book I Am Not But I Know I Am. I am grateful to Blogging For Books and Waterbrook/Multnomah for giving me a free copy of the book to review. Continue Reading…

Who is Jesus to you? Fill in the blank, Jesus is _____?

This is the same question that Judah Smith, pastor of City Church in Seattle, wanted to find out. So he asked his city to fill in the blank with who they thought He was. The response was diverse to say the least! This endeavor gave birth to his latest book, entitled Jesus Is ____. I am grateful to Booksneeze and Thomas Nelson for the free copy to review!

This book challenged me, made me smile, and convicted me. Judah’s love for Jesus is evident. His passion to make Him known is confirmed. The book traces different aspects of what the Bible says about Jesus and who He is. In light, conversational style, Judah lays out these truths.

Jesus is your friend, grace, the point, happy, here, and alive.

If you are struggling with who Jesus is, I would suggest you pick up a copy and read it for yourself. Even if you just want a refresher or a challenge, grab a copy. I do not think you will be disappointed!

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I Am Not

January 25, 2013 — Leave a comment

I am currently reading the updated edition to Louie Giglio’s book I Am Not But I Know I Am. This was one of the passages that stopped me in my tracks and made me think. It is so very, true. Thanks Louie for the reminder! Continue Reading…