Authentic Faith, Gary Thomas
Authentic Faith, Gary Thomas
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Authentic Faith
The Power of a Fire-Tested Life

Author: Gary Thomas

Narrator: Gary L. Thomas, Gary Thomas

Unabridged: 8 hr 38 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 06/21/2011

Synopsis

The faith God calls us to is far more than glowing positivism that shields us from life's struggles. It is one that guides us into a deepening intimacy with the God who sustains us in the broad sweep of life.Bestselling author Gary Thomas helps us sharpen our spiritual vision and fortify our commitment to Christ by examining ten disciplines God uses to forge a fire-tested faith. A biblical view of these disciplines can safeguard us from disillusionment when - not if - difficulties surface in our lives.Sharing scriptural insights, the wisdom of Christians through the centuries, and cogent personal observations, Thomas explores the disciplines of: selflessness, waiting, suffering, persecution, social mercy, forgiveness, mourning, contentment, sacrifice, hope and fear.As Thomas reminds us, faith is about something other than a smooth ride through this fallen world. Rather, authentic faith is shaped, tempered, and purified in the flames of struggle. This eye-opening look at what it means to be a true disciple of Jesus will encourage you, bolster your faith, and help you rise above shallow attachments to fix your heart on things of eternal worth.

About Gary Thomas

Gary Thomas’s writing and speaking draw people closer to Christ and closer to others. He is the author of twenty books that together have sold more than two million copies and have been translated into more than a dozen languages. These books include Sacred Marriage, Cherish, Sacred Pathways, and the Gold Medallion-award winning Authentic Faith. Gary holds a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Western Washington University, a master’s degree in systematic theology from Regent College (Vancouver, BC), and an honorary doctor of divinity degree from Western Seminary (Portland, OR).

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jaimie on July 23, 2019

I've read almost all of Gary Thomas' books, and this is another solid one. It covers such a worthwhile topic: What is authentic faith? I fear that after a 'conversion' experience of the sinners prayer, Christians today are not provided - or challenged - with discipleship, the true meaning of what it......more

Goodreads review by Kat on May 25, 2013

I wanted to underline everything in this book! I highly, highly recommend it!!!! Super realistic and confrontational about what authentic faith looks like. A challenge but encouragement in the faith.......more

Goodreads review by Beth on August 30, 2020

4.5 stars. Like anything from Gary Thomas, the teachings in this book are pure gold. I so appreciate that his writing is steeped in the classics. He makes the masters accessible. So why not 5 stars? He uses many illustrations that haven’t aged well. I read this eighteen years after it was first publ......more

Goodreads review by Josh on June 24, 2021

This book is rich with spiritual insight and guidance. It reminds me of Richard Foster’s Celebration of Discipline, but less academic, more conversational. Highly recommended for all followers of Christ, but be warned it is not an easy read for those who find themselves to be living a comfortable li......more

Goodreads review by Angela on February 16, 2019

4.5 stars! This book was excellent - in the convicting and thought-provoking departments. I wanted to underline so much! The chapters on suffering, waiting, and contentment were particularly timely for me.......more

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