With explores the narrative of the Bible to show that we were
created to be with God, and that restoring this connection is his
mission. Instead of life over, under, from, or even for God,
what leads us into freedom and restoration is life with God.
Why are American Christians, who have more access to biblical teaching
than any other people in history, failing to experience the freedom of
the Christian life? Why are pastors, those closest to the work and
ministry, burning out at an alarming rate? Why do many church members,
who give large amounts of their time and wealth to Christ and his
kingdom, secretly question the legitimacy of their efforts? And why are
spiritual seekers dismissing the validity of the Christian message?
Is it possible we've misunderstood the call of the Christian life?
A life lived in rich communion with God cultivates faith, hope, and
love in a way that transforms both us and the broken world we inhabit.
In With, you'll find:
- illustrations of concepts in the book to aid understanding;
- recommendations for how to practice communion with God, including
three helpful practices; and
- a discussion guide for use when continuing the conversation with
others in small groups.
Endorsements:
If we've grown weary of Christianity, if we find most any local church
uninspiring, maybe the problem lies not in the Christian faith or these
faithful bodies, but in our own disgruntled hearts. In With, Skye
Jethani tenderly unmasks the clichéd posturing that too often
masquerades as genuine communion with Christ. More importantly, he takes
readers to the humble place they must occupy--in prayer, studying
Scripture, with the Church--if faith, hope, and love are to truly mark
our lives. -James H. Gilmore, author, The Experience Economy
It doesn't matter, as old theologians were rumored to argue, how many
angels can dance on a pinhead. But it does matter which preposition
governs your faith--over, after, against, for, from, under, with. Who
knew what huge worlds turn on such tiny words? Who knew what theological
riches were laced into the bones of grammar? Skye has done a great
service to the church. In prose elegant and clear, with insights keen
and deep, he shows how everything changes with just one word: With. It's
a book I want my whole church to read. -Mark Buchanan, author of
Spiritual Rhythm
Who knew that a preposition had so much influence? Skye's book will
challenge the way that you think about God and faith, digging deep into
our motivations and heart issues. You can't read this book and not see
yourself and others differently! -Margaret Feinberg, author of
Scouting the Divine and Hungry for God
