Helen Roseveare

I Wish Jesus Hadn't Said That

Christian Living

“Steve Timmis leads us with raw honesty through the challenges of some of the most radical, life-changing statements Jesus ever made. This is to be read with a notebook and pen, shared with friends, discussed in home groups, taught in discipleship classes, and preached from the pulpit. From new converts to those who have travelled a little further on the journey, here is a book that will not only nourish and challenge you to the core, but is also a brilliant, brilliant read. This book shines light on ten things that Jesus said; ten things that blow cobwebs off compromise, cut like a razor into the very guts of our “faith in action,” and dare us to build our lives on his terms. This is a stimulating and inspiring book, and everyone will benefit from the lessons that are revealed . . . I dare you to read, believe, and breathe it. Thank you, Steve Timmis, for such a refreshingly honest read; you have left me challenged and determined to change. I wish Steve hadn’t shared this stuff . . . but I’m really glad he did. Mitch, evangelist, cofounder of Crown Jesus Ministries and author of Snatched from the Fire I found this book compulsive reading — I couldn’t put it down! Steve Timmis hits hard, but so truly and fairly. He kept reminding me of Jerry Bridges’ book Respectable Sins, and I felt convicted in every chapter, but also encouraged to accept the challenge to change — and be changed — to become what Jesus wants me to be. Thank you, Steve!”