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There's got to be more to church than this.
People around the world are seeking a community that focuses more on others than on themselves. Yet most don't know where to start.
Drawing from his own journey, Brandon Hatmaker reminds us that serving the least is not a trendy act of benevolence but a lifestyle of authentic community and spiritual transformation. In Barefoot Church, Brandon offers practical ideas for creating service-based, missional communities and explains how the organizational structure of a church can be created or restructured for mission in any context. He demonstrates how any church can truly be a catalyst for individual, collective, and social renewal.
Whether you are a leader or a layperson, this book is meant to renew your passion for the church and inspire you to take your affections off yourself, place them on people who have nothing to offer you, and lead others to do the same.
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"A mostly easy read, but there were some parts in it that took a while to get through. It serves as part call to serve and part the reason why we should serve. A very good book. Highly recommended. It can help to possibly read Tangible Kingdom first, although it's not completely necessary."
— Cris (5 out of 5 stars)
Barefoot Church Listener Reviews
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" very similar content to most of the books in the exponential series, but it's still a great reminder of or a solid introduction to missional living. "
— Lee, 1/3/2014 -
" One of the very best books I have read on what church can and should look like. I think I highlighted 2/3 of the book. A must read for church leadership ... and for the rest of us who are wondering how to serve like Christ. Be prepared though, this book will stomp on your toes! "
— Teri, 12/18/2013 -
" great book about being the church with some ideas on how to actually put boots on the ground. "
— Brooke, 11/28/2013 -
" FABULOUS! Needed greatly! "
— Tyler, 10/15/2013 -
" Really enjoyed this book! Considering buying it so I can go back and highlight things that really stood out to me. Challenges me to consider what I need to be doing. "
— Andrea, 4/24/2013 -
" A challenging read. The author reminds us as followers of Jesus to DO, to ACT. Take your faith and be a light to the world around you. Show love and benevolence. This book gives some ideas and suggestions on how to do that in church as a group and individually. "
— Gina, 4/20/2013 -
" This book inspired my family and my church small group to serve the poor and marginalized more. "
— Brian, 10/11/2012 -
" Fantastic book. I applaud Brandon for writing such a heart felt message. This book has a great concept on the idea of the church and missional culture. I highly recommend that all Christians and church leaders read this book and be challenged by the truth in it. "
— Nirup, 10/2/2012 -
" This is one of the best mission related books I've ever read. He perfectly combines real life story telling with relatable situations to loving all for Christ. "
— Stephanie, 6/5/2012 -
" This book is chewing it's way through my mind right now. "
— Lanceonline, 4/6/2012 -
" So important for all church-goers to read. "
— Amanda, 3/5/2012 -
" Every Christian should read this book as a reminder that we as a Church are here to be Christ's hands and feet in service to "the least of these". "
— Ellen, 1/4/2012 -
" Some chapters I really liked, and other chapters impressed me with what he had done in Austin, Texas, but didn't translate to what I could do. A passionate challenge for the church to make Gospel a verb, to put flesh on it and aggresively serve the needs of our communities. "
— Luke, 12/21/2011 -
" Amazing and super challenging and inspiring book. I can't say enough good about it. "
— Shiffra, 11/18/2011
About Brandon Hatmaker
Brandon Hatmaker is an author, biker, TV personality, and a huge fan of the underdog. He is founder and CEO of The Legacy Collective, a giving community focused on partnering, pioneering, and funding sustainable solutions to systemic social issues around the world. Brandon is author of Barefoot Church: Serving the Least in a Consumer Culture. He is married to author and speaker, Jen Hatmaker.
About Adam Black
Adam Black is a narrator of audiobooks known for his readings of My Name is Russel Fink, The Well, and Washed and Waiting, among others.