It's Not What You Think
Why Christianity Is So Much More Than Going to Heaven When You Die
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It's Not What You Think
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Jefferson Bethke
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Jefferson Bethke
About this listen
Join Jefferson Bethke, New York Times bestselling author of Jesus > Religion, as he challenges the accepted view of contemporary Christianity with the world-changing message that Jesus actually brought.
Jesus was most upset at people for seeing but not seeing. For succumbing to the danger and idolatry of forcing God into preconceived human ideals. But what if there were a better way? What if Jesus came not to help people escape the world but instead to restore it?
It's Not What You Think tells the familiar stories of the scripture in a radically new light, presenting God's unchanging truths from the Old and New Testaments as the challenging story that it is: a mysterious, compelling narrative with God at the center.
Along the way, Bethke reminds us of the life-changing message of Jesus that turned the world upside-down—a world that God is putting back together—teaching us how to:
- Uncover our true purpose and satisfy our longing for significance
- Find the kingdom of God wherever we are
- Embrace the gifts of fellowship and community
Praise for It's Not What You Think:
"With a deep discernment of the times we're living in, Jefferson spotlights many misinterpreted truths in the Bible and puts a voice to the true heart of God's Word. His desire to bring us into a more intimate encounter with God jumps off of each page. Christians need this book—now more than ever!"—Lysa TerKeurst, New York Times bestselling author of Forgiving What You Can't Forget and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries
"It's easy to get stuck in life. To let our faith grow stagnant, our walk grow weary, and our hope grow silent. Jefferson isn't okay with that and has created a book that turns what we think we know upside down. Creative, honest, refreshing. I'm a huge fan of the heart that explodes from this book."—Jon Acuff, New York Times bestselling author of Do Over: Rescue Monday, Reinvent Your Work & Never Get Stuck
©2015 Jefferson Bethke (P)2015 Thomas Nelson PublishersWhat listeners say about It's Not What You Think
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- Lauren Nelson
- 05-11-2015
Eduacational, Eye-opening and Inspirational.
Would you consider the audio edition of It's Not What You Think to be better than the print version?
I absolutely loved actually hearing the book read out by the Author himself, Jefferson Bethke has a way of getting his message across; and his message is strong. He has broken through barriers that have kept me from freely knowing God and excepting that what Jesus has done, he's done for me and that I am free to be me and to be loved.
What other book might you compare It's Not What You Think to, and why?
None that I have ever read have compared. I have never been left with such relief and overwhelming weightlessness from reading one book.
Which scene did you most enjoy?
When Jeff explains that God pitched his tent with us, walks the earth with us, stands out but then there's also the part when he talks about loving even those that are our enemies,those that wish us harm, because that is what Jesus is -Love.
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Yep, it definitely kicked me in the feelers. The feelings that I experienced while having Jefferson read his book to me can't really be put into words; but I was crying with a smile.
Any additional comments?
Thank you Jefferson Bethke, for your clarity, for sharing it in such a way that others can understand. For me, the bible is one giant riddle that I so desperately wish to understand (and maybe learning Hebrew will help, you've made me want to learn the language that Jesus spoke when he walked among us and to really understand the meaning behind every word he uttered)You managed to get me past some of my highest and toughest barriers to getting closer to Jesus, so thank you so very much. Words will never be enough to express how grateful I am to you.
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- Anonymous User
- 20-06-2017
Great book!
I loved this book! Bethke speaks with so much passion and explains aspects of Christianity in an easy to understand way and links these aspects to our everyday life. I will definitely be re-reading this book!
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- Charlotte
- 03-07-2016
life changing!
Totally awesome! Just what I needed to here this book has helped incredibly! thank you so much!
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