Faith Without Fear

"What sets Faith Without Fear apart from so many others is its brevity, practicality, and inspiration. You will be excited and equipped to share your faith in a shockingly short amount of time. A great resource for individuals, small groups, and entire churches." --Gary Thomas, Best-selling author "Jeff and I spoke for the first time on his talk show, Men Unplugged. I immediately noticed his passion for reaching non-Christians and equipping fellow believers to do the same. You'll be encouraged as you learn that anyone (regardless of age, vocation, or experience) can learn how to share the gospel." --Josh McDowell, Best-selling author "If you've ever wondered how to fulfill the Great Commission by starting in your own back yard, look no further. Faith Without Fear is an outstanding and practical guide on how to start the faith conversation." --Steve Arterburn, Best-selling author "Jeff has answered the nagging question of so many Christians. How do I start a conversation about Jesus with a non-believer? Read Faith Without Fear and apply it and watch God transform the world through you." --Dr. David Cook, Author "This book will give you the confidence to share the gospel with anyone you come in contact with." --JC Watts Jr., Former US Congressman "Jeff really helps take the fear out of sharing the gospel. My greatest endorsement of Faith Without Fear is within two weeks of finishing it I found myself sharing the gospel, without hesitation, three times." --Matt Wester, reader "If you lack the confidence, don't think you have enough knowledge of the Bible to witness to others, have a fear of sharing your story, or you think someone will ask you questions you can't answer then this book will help resolve all those issues." --Jeff Brandstetter, reader SHARING THE GOSPEL HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER Do you struggle with sharing your faith? Are you afraid to share the gospel? Do you worry that you will say something wrong or that you're not qualified enough to tell others about Jesus? All of these reasons and more can be overcome when you learn how to share your Faith Without Fear! Founder and host of Men Unplugged, Jeff Jerina, gives you the ultimate playbook that he's learned about reaching others for Christ and has taught men and women for over 18 years to confidently share their faith. In this book, you will: Learn a simple, step-by-step guide for sharing the gospel to anyone you come across. Clearly understand your role and God's role in evangelism. Remove any fear that you have about sharing your faith. Be reminded you that your personal story of salvation matters. No matter your age, vocation, or biblical knowledge, Faith Without Fear will encourage and equip you to share your faith in a simple, natural way. As an added bonus Game plan, discussion questions, and role-playing sections help you quickly process and apply what you've read (perfect for individual or group study). Jeff Jerina is a public speaker, broadcaster, evangelist, and Christian pastor whose life was radically transformed when he accepted God's free gift of salvation. Since then he has reached hundreds of thousands with the message of the gospel and has equipped believers for over 18 years to share their faith with confidence and power. As a graduate of Liberty Theological Seminary and host of the Men Unplugged podcast, Jeff and top Christian leaders provide listeners around the world with solutions to ignite their faith and succeed in every aspect of life. Faith Without Fear was created to help Christians easily and confidently share the hope of Christ with others.

Ever felt bitten by a fundamentalist? Or had your biblical understanding discounted by a conservative? Or the validity of your beliefs questioned by a zealous evangelical? If you have, then you will find Faith without Fear absolutely therapeutic, with its fresh, honest, and unique approach to both Scripture and the faith. After the publication of his award-winning You Don't Understand the Bible Because You are Christian (2014), Richard Gist has reemerged to subtly combat religious theologies that are constructed on a fear of God, those "you must be born again or you will be left out of heaven" approaches to life and Divinity. The antidote: trusting the loving purposes of God and reading Scripture "straight up," that is, rationally, historically, and through sound scholarship. And having fun doing it. Mr. Gist is a United Methodist clergy person who has spent a twenty-three year retirement researching and writing on biblical subjects. He shares his findings honestly, sometimes fervently, and often humorously to vividly open up biblical stories in readable and engaging terms. Again and again the reader will respond, "I never thought of it that way before." He does, however, proceed with the expectation that his audience has both an interest in Scripture and a modest acquaintance with its content. The book asks probing questions, but following Old Testament writing techniques, does not provide answers. Everyone has to think for themselves. Mr. Gist explores some stories through the question, cui bono? Who profits from telling the story this way? Have you ever done that before in your Bible studies? It leads to new places. The author sometimes strays beyond Scripture to share personal stories, offer spiritual insights, and to present a smattering of philosophy. The Table of Contents provides a few hints of what you will find in the book. Undergirding everything is the author's absolute trust in the unconditional love of God. As the title of the book suggests, fear should not be a part of our relationship with the Divine. "God never forgives because God never condemns."...

Throughout her motherhood journey, Christine Keller experienced numerous tragedies that could have understandably triggered an abandoning of her faith. But that is not what happened. Quite the opposite in fact. Working through the tragedies fueled her faith and propelled her toward a deeply personal relationship with Jesus. Christine was reminded time and again that when God is in control there is no need to fear but all the reasons for faith. FAITH Not Fear is a tale of overcoming great fear and learning to walk in abiding faith and peace. Christine reveals the horrors of her plunges into the dark pits of terror, rage, and desperation, but she also describes mountaintops marked by joyful singing and dancing. The struggle is real but so is the hope. This is not a book about blind faith or quick fixes-it is a book about God's faithfulness. Written to reassure Christians living in this scary time, FAITH, Not Fear encourages reaching out to Jesus through both the good times and the hard times. Readers will laugh and cry as they see how God is truly working all things together for good, and they will learn that he is worthy of their faith and trust.

This inspirational tool encourages and enables Christians to share their faith with confidence and God-given assurance.

Faith without Fear examines key unresolved philosophical, theological, and ideological issues in the Modern Orthodox Jewish world, including Modern Orthodoxy and Haredi Orthodoxy as competing heirs to the pre-modern Jewish tradition, the challenge to traditional faith posed by modern biblical scholarship, and Modern Orthodoxy's perspective on other faiths. The book explores some familiar topics, such as the role and status of women in Judaism and Jewish life. However, author Michael J. Harris also explores issues which have received little scholarly attention: Modern Orthodoxy's relationship with Jewish mysticism, its hopes for the messianic era, and the fundamental nature and commitments of Modern Orthodoxy. Each chapter offers a clearly-argued position. Complex issues in Jewish law (Halacha) and thought are summarized so as to be accessible to the general and specialist reader alike, as well as students of Judaism and comparative religion. The comprehensive notes and references will allow scholars to delve more deeply into the sources and secondary literature, and open up new areas for debate. Faith without Fear does not provide easy or neat responses. As a thought provoking book, Faith without Fear offers some controversial approaches to key issues in contemporary Jewish society, seeking to open debate and develop further discussion. *** "Harris has the skills of an academic scholar which enables him to present us with both a proud and sophisticated manifesto of Modern Orthodoxy, one which builds on past thinkers but does not hesitate to chart new ground as well." -- Marc B. Shapiro, Weinberg Chair in Judaic Studies, U. of Scranton, and author of Changing the Immutable: How Orthodox Judaism Rewrites Its History *** "Faith Without Fear is a fascinating read...I highly recommend it to all readers who love Torah and are concerned about our future." -- David Bigman, Rosh HaYeshiva, Yeshivat Maale Gilboa *** "...extremely comprehensive work. ...the issues that Harris so devotedly and sincerely wrestles with aren't disappearing from the minds of critical thinking Modern Orthodox Jews any time soon." -- Stu Halpern, Jewish Book Council, The ProsenPeople, July 1, 2016 *** Librarians: ebook available on ProQuest and EBSCO [Subject: Theology, Jewish Studies, Religious Studies]

A woman's faith in God is challenged by the first question Satan asks Eve in the Bible: "Did God really say you can’t eat from any tree in the garden?" That seed of doubt and the story it begins to unfold breed a concept of fear still haunting each of us on some level every day-the idea that our actions could ruin something beautiful, and God might not have control of things. In What Women Fear, acclaimed writer and speaker Angie Smith admits, "fear is a major part of my testimony" and talks openly about her treatment for anxiety as a child. Giving a voice to the problem, she says, "I truly believe every single one of us struggles with some type of fear, whether it's fear of flying or fear of being 'found out.' Maybe you don’t worry about dying, but you get sick thinking about the fact that you might fail." Rather than suggesting that those who truly love the Lord would never fear, Angie blends her own experiences with those of men and women from throughout Scripture to help us start dealing more effectively with these true, human emotions. Whether it’s a constant "What if?," a nagging fear of abandonment or betrayal, fear of your own or someone else’s death, fear of trusting God's plan, or even the fear that God's existence is a lie, Angie will walk you through stories of others who have simultaneously loved God and struggled with fear. Join Angie and discover how to let Jesus redeem this struggle as only He can, that He will be glorified, and you will be transformed! Endorsements Angie Smith has the rare gift to write a non-fiction page-turner as good as any fiction book I've read. As her words tumbled out in raw honesty, fresh hope spread before me. Her teachings on fear are comforting, practical, and gut honest. I can't wait for you to read this life-changing book. What Women Fear is one of my favorites this year. Honestly, I think it will stay next to my bed for a very long time. Lysa TerKeurst, New York Times best-selling author of Made to Crave You don't have to be around Angie Smith very long to fall in love with her. She is funny and transparent with a passionate love for Christ. In What Women Fear Angie holds up a mirror so that we can see ourselves from every angle, the thoughts we display on the front shelves of our lives and those we hide. The greatest gift tucked into this book is the overwhelming picture of the mercy of our God who understands our fears and invites us to stand beside Him in the rain and let His love wash us clean. Sheila Walsh, author of The Shelter of God's Promises Whatever high wire you’re walking right now, there really is nobody you want at the other end of the line like Angie Smith. And this rare gem of a book is like a steadying, sure hand taking you right into His presence in ways you never imagined. Vivid, profoundly biblical, yet girlfriend real with just-the-medicine-you-need-funny, every page is reviving hope for every woman. Simply, Angie Smith is a Bible teacher for such a time as this. Ann Voskamp, New York Times best-selling author of One Thousand Gifts

A popular preacher and ethicist offers down-to-earth help on facing and overcoming common fears in the life of faith.

The radio host and speaker with Proverbs 31 shows women how to develop a confident heart and overcome insecurity and fears.