Advent Conspiracy: Can Christmas Still Change the World? Audiobook, by Rick McKinley Play Audiobook Sample

Advent Conspiracy: Can Christmas Still Change the World? Audiobook

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Read By: Chris Seay Publisher: Zondervan Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 1.17 hours at 1.5x Speed 0.88 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: November 2009 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780310400523

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

7

Longest Chapter Length:

22:55 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

09:05 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

16:05 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

3

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Publisher Description

Are you fed up with how consumerism has stolen the soul of Christmas? This year, take a stand! Join the growing groundswell of Christ-followers who are choosing to making Christmas what it should be—a joyous celebration of Jesus' birth, not a retail circus. Advent Conspiracy invites individuals, families, groups, and entire churches to substitute compassion for consumerism by practicing four simple but powerful, countercultural concepts: Worship Fully—because Christmas begins and ends with Jesus! Spend Less—and free your resources for things that truly matter. Give More—of your presence: your hands, your words, your time, your heart. Love All—the poor, the forgotten, the marginalized, and the sick in ways that make a difference.

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"For anyone looking for a way to navigate the consumer-driven nature of the "holiday" season, I'd recommend this book. Thought-provoking at the very least, even if you do not buy into the Advent Conspiracy mentality. Excellent for book club discussion."

— Sarah (4 out of 5 stars)

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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " life changing challenge for anyone searching for something deeper during the chaos of the consumer driven Christmas season "

    — Nicole, 1/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This book spoke to me about relational giving versus the consumerism that has become Christmas. It was very apropos for this time of the year and provoked my thinking about how I personally celebrate Christmas. "

    — Heather, 1/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Quick read. Good for a bible study group. "

    — Sharyn, 12/18/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " It was good to be reminded that the giving of self is better than the giving of stuff. "

    — Melissa, 12/13/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Bleh. I'm taking away from it what I liked and forgetting the rest. Plus, the Kindle version is not good. "

    — Brenda, 12/7/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This was a quick read (about 100 pages, the rest is the discussion guide). My wife and I are currently leading a bible study on the Advent Conspiracy and it has been eye-opening and rewarding. "

    — Dan, 11/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I viewed the Advent Conspiracy videos at church and online. That fed my curiosity to check out AC. I read this book and liked it. It's a reminder of the reason for the season and the message -worship fully, spend less, give more, etc. "

    — Gina, 11/19/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A MUST READ to put our lives back into perspective!! "

    — Chris, 11/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A call to resist the commercialization of Christmas but to spend more relationally and for the good of those in greater need. "

    — Mark, 6/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Nothing more than a typical rehashing of all sermons given around this time. There is nothing new or fresh presented here. However, it is always good to be reminded of what Christmas is supposed to be. "

    — Sarah, 6/8/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It really strengthened my resolve to make presents a smaller part of Christmas while making Christ the center. "

    — Daniel, 3/31/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This idea is radical in our current way of thinking. It is something for Christians to do together and start early in the year to share the true reason for Christmas : God's precious gift, Jesus Christ, Savior of the world. "

    — Camille, 1/30/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I would probably give this book a "5" for the general ideas, but only about a "2" for the actual content within the book. I'll be generous and err on the side of ideas. "

    — Dave, 12/25/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " It makes you rethink the way we celebrate christmas and how we could come closer to the true meaning of the season. "

    — Karen, 12/6/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great reminder of the true meaning of Christmas. Looking forward to discussing this with my small group. "

    — Em, 12/4/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " So simply written, it is a call to change our Christmas worship back to worshiping He who gave it all for us. Very inspiring. "

    — Sam, 11/23/2012
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Reading the website was more exciting than reading the book. But the Advent Conspiracy itself is valid and worth taking a look at! Just don't waste your time with a repetitive 100 pages. "

    — Caroline, 8/10/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I'm rating the book three stars, not the underlying premise of Advent Conspiracy, which would rank five stars. "

    — John, 4/24/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very easy read so not to late to read it and make adjustments to how we celebrate Christmas. "

    — Scott, 2/18/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A very good, but challenging read. It really makes me rethink the Advent season and our approach. "

    — Barry, 2/1/2012

About the Authors

Chris Seay is the pastor of Ecclesia, a progressive Christian community in Houston, Texas, recognized for exploring spiritual questions of culture and breaking new ground in art, music, and film. Chris is the author of The Gospel According to Tony Soprano and The Gospel Reloaded. He lives in Houston with his wife, Lisa, and their four children.