{"product_id":"following-christ-experiencing-life-the-way-it-was-meant-to-be-9780310219347","title":"Following Christ: Experiencing Life the Way It Was Meant to Be","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you want your life to count for Christ? Would you like to make a real impact for God's kingdom in this world? You can and you don't have to be a great leader for it to happen. Just a good follower.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eFollowing Christ\u003c\/em\u003e, Joseph Stowell shows why Christ's command to \"Follow me\" isn't merely the starting point of Christianity. It's the very heartbeat of vibrant, effective faith. And it's not just for a few gifted leaders, but for all believers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Christianity is a relationship, an adventure, a passionate pursuit of Christ,\" says Stowell. \"Followers escape the drudgery of a system of rituals and regulations, and revel in the discovery of the ever-interesting Christ.\" Stowell shows you what happens when an ordinary man or woman pursues not the trappings of Christianity, but Christ himself. You'll discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat a \"non-negotiated\" follower looks like\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy God does his best work through followers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy self-directed living is a recipe for emptiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat makes Christ so worth following\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow Christ transforms our character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat it means to pick up your cross\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy a close walk with Jesus is the key to effective living\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis inspiring book cuts through the side-issues of Christianity to reveal its true, compelling object: Jesus Christ. As his fully devoted follower, you'll discover a dynamic and refreshing way of living one that will sustain you through life's valleys and provide breathtaking spiritual vistas from its peaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Christianity the way God intended it, marked by simplicity. Vigorous faith. Purpose and direction. Soul-winning impact on those around you. And above all, a joyous, growing closeness with Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Joseph M. Stowell\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Zondervan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/08\/1998\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 240\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.90h x 5.30w x 0.80d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780310219347\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eStowell, Joseph M.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Dr. Joseph M. Stowell serves as the President of Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Joe also works with RBC Ministries, partnering in media productions, outreach to pastors, writing, and a web ministry called Strength for the Journey. His books include The Trouble with Jesus, Following Christ, Simply Jesus and You, and Radical Reliance. He earned degrees from Cedarville University and Dallas Theological Seminary. Joe and his wife Martie are the parents of three adult children.","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Joseph M. Stowell \/ Paperback \/ English","offer_id":47598556348573,"sku":"9780310219347","price":36.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_afd72ec9-3781-4dc3-9d0e-c6ec3622180e.jpg?v=1769516036","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/following-christ-experiencing-life-the-way-it-was-meant-to-be-9780310219347","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}