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Summary: In Retrospect
Review: About four years ago I found this book simple, fun and encouraging. There are some good ideas here and there. A barbeque (mmmmmm...) where both Christians and non-christians mingle seemed to be a revelation to me at the time. I even went through the workbook with a 'Willow Creek' styled CRC church-plant here on Oahu. The main critique I had at the time was the need for more scripture references and biblical principles. I've since read more literature on Christianity and society and find it, though with well intentions, almost if not completely unnecessary. There is a huge assumption in this book: that the reader is completely convinced of and adheres to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. That said the mindset and marketing techniques advocated in this book may as well be received from a far more superior expert on the subject like Thomas Stanley ('The Millionare Next Door' and 'The Millionare Mind') or Bill Gates. The need for the day in the Church is not pragmatic but instructional and theological. The term 'Biblical/Christain worldview' is foreign to the vast majority of Evangelicals. Hybels would agree with me that you can only replicate what you already have. From what I've read, seen and lived through (at least here in Hawaii), ministers and 'christian' ministries are increasingly man-centered and doctrinally compromising. A shallow, weak and humanistic form of Christianity is replicated. The expansion of God's kingdom greatly increases when the Word, Sacrament and Chruch discipline are reforming and faithfully administered in subjection to what God has clearly revealed in the Old and New Testement. If you enjoy(ed) this book read 'Mother Kirk' by Douglas Wilson for an even more challenging alternative.
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Summary: In Retrospect
Review: About four years ago I found this book simple, fun and encouraging. There are some good ideas here and there. A barbeque (mmmmmm...) where both Christians and non-christians mingle seemed to be a revelation to me at the time. I even went through the workbook with a 'Willow Creek' styled CRC church-plant here on Oahu. The main critique I had at the time was the need for more scripture references and biblical principles. I've since read more literature on Christianity and society and find it, though with well intentions, almost if not completely unnecessary. There is a huge assumption in this book: that the reader is completely convinced of and adheres to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. That said the mindset and marketing techniques advocated in this book may as well be received from a far more superior expert on the subject like Thomas Stanley ('The Millionare Next Door' and 'The Millionare Mind') or Bill Gates. The need for the day in the Church is not pragmatic but instructional and theological. The term 'Biblical/Christain worldview' is foreign to the vast majority of Evangelicals. Hybels would agree with me that you can only replicate what you already have. From what I've read, seen and lived through (at least here in Hawaii), ministers and 'christian' ministries are increasingly man-centered and doctrinally compromising. A shallow, weak and humanistic form of Christianity is replicated. The expansion of God's kingdom greatly increases when the Word, Sacrament and Chruch discipline are reforming and faithfully administered in subjection to what God has clearly revealed in the Old and New Testement. If you enjoy(ed) this book read 'Mother Kirk' by Douglas Wilson for an even more challenging alternative.
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Summary: An eye-opening, reassuring and motivating book - for Britain
Review: After I read the first three chapters of this incredible book, I rang the Christian book store where I bought it here in England, and told them I would buy the other six copies they had in stock! I gave these to my wife, to a couple church leaders, and a couple of the "less motivated" church members. They also captured the easily picked up insights about relationship building as a worthy way to assist the Holy Spirit in opening hearts, ears and minds to the saving love of Jesus Christ. The methods are not difficult to understand or to apply. The principles in this book are what the churches in England, Wales, Scotland, and all of Ireland need to put into practice. Your life, whether you are a Christian (yet) or not, will be positively affected by this book. I cannot praise it highly enough!
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Summary: Most profound book I've read this decade
Review: As president of my congregation, I have secured a copy of Bill Hybel's book for each of my board members. A spine-tingling book that is Biblically based, it makes our mission clear as a bell. And, it gives us great strategies on how to witness and be excited about it. This is the book I've been looking for for years. It's not just for your evangelism committee, it's for your whole church.
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Summary: Relunctant to "Spread the GOOD NEWS?" Read this!
Review: Bill Hybels does it again with yet another of his easy to read, easy to understand and apply to your life books with "Becoming a Contagious Christian." If you've ever felt that you weren't articulate enough to share the Gospel with unbelievers, this book is a great, great resource. Pastor Hybels outlines several different ways to evangelize to family, friends, neighbors, co-workers and anyone else you may encounter. His writing style is very friendly and easy to follow and makes you feel that you can share God's word too. According to Pastor Hybels, it doesn't have to be intimidating (which it can seem to be at times) and we, as Christians, aren't always going to be the person that actually leads someone to Christ, but we may be the one who introduces the concept of salvation, or the one who prays for that person's salvation. He also outlines the different types of evangelism styles, which I felt was very helpful to me. I very much enjoyed this book and would also recommend his Participant's Guide to go along with this. This book is a great topic for a small group discussion or Sunday School class as well. Very enjoyable book. I highly recommend it!
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Summary: Relunctant to "Spread the GOOD NEWS?" Read this!
Review: Bill Hybels does it again with yet another of his easy to read, easy to understand and apply to your life books with "Becoming a Contagious Christian." If you've ever felt that you weren't articulate enough to share the Gospel with unbelievers, this book is a great, great resource. Pastor Hybels outlines several different ways to evangelize to family, friends, neighbors, co-workers and anyone else you may encounter. His writing style is very friendly and easy to follow and makes you feel that you can share God's word too. According to Pastor Hybels, it doesn't have to be intimidating (which it can seem to be at times) and we, as Christians, aren't always going to be the person that actually leads someone to Christ, but we may be the one who introduces the concept of salvation, or the one who prays for that person's salvation. He also outlines the different types of evangelism styles, which I felt was very helpful to me. I very much enjoyed this book and would also recommend his Participant's Guide to go along with this. This book is a great topic for a small group discussion or Sunday School class as well. Very enjoyable book. I highly recommend it!
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Summary: Great book
Review: I am 13 years old and I really wanted to evangelize to people, so I decided to take this course. Even though it is not everything that you need to know about evangelism, it is definitely needed to know about evangelism. It has helped me witness in every day, practical situations, and realize that evangelizing is not just missionaries going overseas, but instead, every church member or Christian should take this course! Very helpful.
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Summary: Good practical tips
Review: I am a Candidate for Ordination as a Deacon in the Episcopal Church and read this book as a requirement for "Deacon Formation School". Overall, I thought it was good. Very practical. Many books talk about the importance of Evangelism but this book spells out how you can evangelize.
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Summary: Contagious religion
Review: I found this book to be very helpful. It has equiped me to encourage other Christians to evangelize their community. I have all of the resources on "Becoming a Contagious Christian" and I feel that I am a more effective communicator of my faith. I also feel that I am more equipped to train others to share their faith.
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Summary: Helpful
Review: I found this book to be very helpful. It has equiped me to encourage other Christians to evangelize their community. I have all of the resources on "Becoming a Contagious Christian" and I feel that I am a more effective communicator of my faith. I also feel that I am more equipped to train others to share their faith.
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