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Now those bound by legalism can experience God's grace anew and avoid the pitfalls of a toxic faith. A decade ago, best-selling authors Stephen Arterburn and Jack Felton exposed the dangers of what they termed "toxic faith" - a religion based on legalism and works. As a result they helped countless believers to understand and overcome their religious misconceptions. Now, drawing upon an additional ten years of experience and observation, the authors go one step further, offering new insights and a positive approach to the dilemma in this long-awaited follow-up to their groundbreaking work. Readers will be set free from manmade rules, "churchianity," and legalistic faith. They will learn to recognize serious misinterpretations of vital biblical concepts such as "accountability." They will pursue other-focused living (loving and serving others) as a hallmark of authentic faith. And they will return to the roots of a strong, obedient, yet grace-filled relationship with their Creator. To all who want to enter into deeper joy, stronger obedience, greater influence, and a healthier experience of God, More Jesus, Less Religion points the way back to the grace of the Lord and shows what it takes to avoid the pitfalls of a toxic faith.

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• Amazon Sales Rank: #370999 in Books
• Published on: 2000-02-15
• Released on: 2000-02-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 224 pages

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• ISBN13: 9781578562503
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From Publishers Weekly
Arterburn and Felton, co-authors of Toxic Faith, here supplement the warnings of their previous book with a more positive vision. In the past, Arterburn, in particular, has invited controversy by confronting problems of spiritual abuse and manipulation in evangelical churches and homes. This sequel focuses less on "toxic churches" and the extremes of spiritual abuse and more on the need for promoting "healthy faith" in evangelical faith communities. Arterburn and Felton describe healthy faith as one that is centered on the person of Jesus, reflecting His example of mature love, respect for individuals and realism about human weakness. The book takes a compassionate but firm tone, warning against the subtle pressures many evangelicals feel to maintain the appearance of being "good Christians" even at great spiritual expense to themselves and their families, making it "easy to either give up or to get weird trying to earn God's favor." Like Philip Yancey in What's So Amazing About Grace?, the authors criticize distortions in evangelical religious expression while affirming what evangelicals recognize as their most important commitments--to the person of Christ and the message of the Bible. Although this book can be read as an individual self-help resource, it also has strong potential for study groups and as training material for church leaders. (Feb.)
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From the Inside Flap
One decade ago, best-selling authors Stephen Arterburn and Jack Felton exposed the dangers of what they called "toxic faith," helping countless believers to understand and overcome their religious misconceptions.

Now, drawing upon an additional ten years of observation and experience, these authors go one step further, offering new insights and a positive approach to the dilemma in this long-awaited follow-up to their ground-breaking work.

Be set free from man-made rules, "churchianity," and legalistic religion.

Learn to recognize serious misinterpretations of vital biblical concepts such as "accountability."

Return to the roots of a strong, obedient, yet grace-filled relationship with your Creator.

To all who want to enter into deeper joy, fuller obedience, greater influence, and a healthier experience of God, More Jesus, Less Religion points the way back to the grace of the Lord and shows what it takes to avoid the pitfalls of toxic faith.

About the Author
Stephen Arterburn is the founder and chairman of New Life Clinics, which provide Christian counseling and treatment throughout the United States and Canada. He is the host of the daily "New Life Live!" national radio program and creator of the Women of Faith Conferences, which have been attended by over 800,000 women across America. Stephen Arterburn is also a nationally known speaker, licensed minister, and best-selling author of more than two dozen books, including The Seven Keys to Spiritual Renewal and Mastering Your Moods. He resides with his family in Laguna Beach, California.

Jack Felton is a licensed therapist and an ordained minister at New Hope Christian Counseling Center and is president and founder of Compassion Move Ministries. Jack Felton is a frequent lecturer in the Southern California area and has numerous local and national television and radio appearances to his credit. He and his wife, Robin, and his children, Jack and Christy, live in Huntington Beach, California.

Customer Reviews

BEST BOOK I'VE EVER READ! IT'LL SET YOU FREE!
Stephen Arterburn has written the best book ever! This book will set you free from manmade rules and from "churchianity", and will help you experience a GENUINE and REAL relationship with Christ. Many churches today are too legalistic and have forgotten the true meaning of the Gospel, but this book will help you enjoy the freedom of authentic faith. It's time to put Jesus first and not religion. Restore your personal relationship with the Savior and be set free from toxic thinking! Experience God's agrace anew! Buy this book today...it'll change your life forever!

A Must Read For True Spiritual Growth
This book is amazing and one that I will recommend over and over. It speaks to the realities of what it means to be a Christian. Sometimes Christians are expected to be super human (not to have real feelings), even by fellow Christians. This book reminds us that God gave us feelings and we are to bring all of those feelings and emotions to Christ--the good and the bad. For me, this book was confirmation that I am on the right track to a true relationship with my Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Before reading this book, please pray and ask the Holy Spirit to open your mind and give you understanding. You must be ready, spiritually, for what the authors say. They don't sugar coat, and they will challenge some old beliefs that may be hindering your relationship with Christ.

Blessing for the Spiritually Abused
I recommend this book to everyone whether they've been spiritually abused in a church or not. I keep extra copies on hand to give to people. It took our family years to recover from the damage of spiritual abuse and this book has helped us gain a new perspective on our experience. The book validated us, that we were not alone, that this is not a new thing happening in churches, we gained back our love for the Lord, we have a renewed faith, and growing in a healthy, personal relationship with the Lord, by and through His Grace. An excellent book!