Wayne Jacobsen

This Changes Everything What happened to the Gospel that made Christians more focused on managing sin, performing religious deeds, and trying to reach heaven rather than exploring a love so vast it would transform them with joy? One simple word, mistranslated in our English Scriptures, has distorted our understanding of God's purpose throughout history and has robbed the Gospel of its power to transform us from within and reveal His glory to the world. Let coauthors Wayne Jacobsen and Tobie van der Westhuizen show you how this shift happened and why restoring the word Jesus used reconnects our salvation with his unfolding kingdom. No doubt, it will change you in ways you can't imagine. It might even alter the course of Christianity.

"As I walk the hills where I live, rising amid the rustling leaves of a burgeoning dawn, I hear the refrain of the Song the Lamb-Jesus calling again to his beloved." -Wayne Jacobsen in It's Time What if we're currently living within a decade of Jesus's return? Followers of Jesus have awaited that day since Jesus ascended into the clouds forty days after his Resurrection. Having offered his salvation, he promised to return to redeem the Creation itself. Whether he comes in the next 10 years or 150 years, there will be a generation of Christ followers tasked with bearing witness to his light through the perilous times that precede his coming. They will needa love stronger than their own self-interest.a light greater than the lies of darkness.a resilient faith that is only strengthened in adverse circumstances, andundeniable hope in a future of God's choosing rather than the pursuit of individual plans. And if that will serve us well in those days, wouldn't it be worth living that way today?

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In a culture that promotes isolation and autonomy, this book reveals life-changing methods for creating healthy relationships and authentic community. Readers learn to apply New Testament principles that capture the essence of Jesus' teachings about effectively caring, serving, and loving one another. Beginning with God's simple command to "Love one another," this book shows how to:* develop deep, genuine friendships* model to others a relationship with Jesus* create meaningful interaction with strangers* avoid the pitfalls of judging others* show people love, acceptance, kindness, and respect Complete with discussion questions, this book is appropriate for both individuals and church groups. It is a must for all Christians who wish to practice being the church rather than merely attending one.