Real Love in an Angry World
- Christian Living
- Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
- Published: 2017
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Publisher's Description
The world doesn't dislike Christians because we are godly, honest, and stand for justice. It dislikes us because we can be downright mean! Somewhere in our engagement of culture we have drifted to one of two extremes--compromising on truth or condemning all those who disagree. But Jesus, despite enemies on all sides, somehow managed to speak the truth in love--and calls us to do the same. Whichever ditch you tend to fall into, Rick Bezet wants to help. In Real Love in an Angry World, he calls on believers not to abandon the truth just because they don't want to hurt someone's feelings, but also not to present that truth in angry diatribes on social media. He invites readers to sit in on his real conversations with real people who need to hear the gospel, showing them how it can be done in loving and courageous ways. For anyone unsure if they are doing more harm than good when they talk (or don't talk) about matters of faith, this book offers a compassionate and inspirational corrective.
Endorsements (7)
“As Jesus-followers, we always want to show God’s love, but communicating truth with grace can be challenging at times. Thankfully, Real Love in an Angry World offers wise instruction on how to practically guide people toward Jesus without pushing them away.”
“I remember back when flip-flops became popular. Rick wore them all the time, but with white crew socks! As he proudly left the house every day, I would shout, ‘Don’t wear socks with flip-flops. You look like a geek!’ But he ignored me and kept on. Before I knew it, he had all his friends wearing their flip-flops with white crew socks! That was the day I said to myself, ‘This guy is a leader. Even when he looks like a geek, others follow him.’ This was one of many examples from Rick’s growing-up years that was evidence that he was destined to lead.”
“Pastor Rick Bezet doesn’t shrink from relating the gospel truth concerning critical issues. He also uses amazing humor and true compassion to relate to each individual who hears that message. When Jesus spoke to the woman at the well, he began by relating to her need as a person before exposing the depths of her lifestyle. The book you are holding will help you do the same. The Jesus way. The compassion/truth way. The only way that will reach our confused nation and chaotic world.”
“In an honest and hysterical way that only Rick Bezet can pull off, Real Love in an Angry World challenges its readers to live more like Christ and a little less like a Christian. It’s a must-read for everyone wanting to cultivate richer relationships in their lives and learn just what it means to speak truth in love.”
“One of many things I appreciate about Real Love in an Angry World is that my son knows the truth—not just facts, but truth that God loves us and is a lot more patient with us than we’ll probably ever realize. Rick understands the importance of treating people with respect and honor, treating others the way he would want to be treated, even if he doesn’t agree with them. He also knows how to live a fun life with joy and gusto. I love you, son, and I’m very proud of how you have become a real influencer of people.”
“How do we speak the truth in love? It’s one of the trickiest and sorest subjects for Christians. Pastor Rick has gifted us a life-giving tool in Real Love in an Angry World, a guidebook to navigating those tough conversations. I would recommend this book to anyone who has beliefs and wants to voice them with charity and truth.”
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