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Because He Loves Me: How Christ Transforms Our Daily Life Audiobook
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God’s love has the power to change lives. Christians, then, should exhibit the greatest transformation of all because, rightly understood and cherished, God’s love makes them increasingly more like the One who has lavished his love on them. So why do we so often struggle to exhibit God’s love?Biblical counselor Elyse M. Fitzpatrick asks one simple question: “In your pursuit of godliness, have you left Jesus behind?” We need to be rescued from our “identity amnesia” and pointed to our true identity as God’s beloved children—adopted by the Father, united with the Son, and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Fitzpatrick shows how a genuine transformation of identity leads to a transformation of our daily lives.Those who struggle with either legalism or lawlessness will find encouragement to return to God’s love, the source of authentic and lasting change.
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"You know when you read a book that is so wise and insightful that you genuinely want the author to be a part of your life? This book is one of those rare gems. Elyse does an excellent job of getting at the heart issues that keep us from growing in Christ rather than prescribing a list of steps or actions. So often we take the gospel for granted, and she reminds us of just how powerful the good news is, and how life-altering it should be. Again and again she focuses our hearts on the amazing truth that "I am more sinful and flawed and than I ever dared believe, more loved and welcomed than I ever dared hope", and how truly understanding the good news of Christ redeeming us frees us from self-improvement mantras to depending on the work of Christ in our hearts and lives as we continually encounter Him."
— Carrie (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Elyse Fitzpatrick has given us a helpful, encouraging, and stimulating book that explores the practical impact of God’s great love for his people in every aspect of Christian living. Her rich insights into God’s revealed truth will certainly equip and inspire Christians to better fulfill their chief end of glorifying and enjoying him forever!”
— Carol J. Ruvolo, author of Grace to Stand Firm, Grace to Grow, and No Other Gospel -
“The Spirit of God seems to be initiating a widespread recovery of the gospel and its implications. Because He Loves Me is another—and welcome—indication that fresh gospel breezes are blowing. If you love the gospel of Jesus Christ, you’ll love what Elyse Fitzpatrick has written in this book.”
— Donald S. Whitney, Professor of Biblical Spirituality, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; author of Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life -
“Because He Loves Me will provide hope and a desperately needed supply of ‘spiritual oxygen’ to many Christians who have lost sight of what they have and who they are in Christ and are struggling to live a life they can never live apart from him.”
— Nancy Leigh DeMoss, author; Radio Host, Revive Our Hearts -
“What Elyse Fitzpatrick has written is inspirational and overflows with practical application that pushes me to take the gospel into the otherwise private corners of my life.”
— Edward T. Welch, Counselor and Faculty Member, Christian Counseling & Education Foundation
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" Beautiful book about the gospel message and how it impacts our lives. What a joy to get away from the me-ism of works centered "gospel" messages...i.e. Glory Story. It is His work that matters, and His alone. Only because of His love am I able to love and serve others. Sometimes simplicity is the most beautiful. "
— Anita, 2/18/2014 -
" this book is transforming my life right now "
— Stephanie, 2/17/2014 -
" written as "the gospel for believers" this was one of the best books i've read in a long time. "
— Lauren, 2/11/2014 -
" I was disappointed in this audiobook and gave up halfway through. Instead of it being an encouragement to live in the reality of the transforming love of God I found it very condemning. I enjoyed the introduction the most as it was very down to earth and easy to listen to although it was challenging. The narration by Renee Raudman is excellent and had me feeling that I was in an intimate setting, but it was let down by the heavy theology. At times without realising it my mind had wandered off and I'd missed segments of the chapter, it really couldn't keep my attention. I would only recommend this to listeners who come from the same theological background as the author, or maybe someone who is studying this particular subject as there are lots of scripture passages. There are so many better audio books out there that are far more encouraging. Thanks to christianaudio.com Reviewer's Program for this copy. "
— Nicki, 2/2/2014 -
" This book took me around 5 months to slowly read b/c so much was jam packed...it is a good practical working out of living by the gospel paradigm. Overall, I left with a really good understanding of indicatives come before imperatives...in other words, God does not just tell us to do something w/out reminding us who we are and in whose power we accomplish it...and it comes to grips with really living out of who He says I am...excellent book" "
— Wendy, 1/19/2014 -
" Very strong encouragement not to leave Christ behind in our pursuit of godliness. Christ's incarnation, death, and resurrection should always inform our lives, not just when we are new Christians. "
— Marliss, 1/18/2014 -
" I am still reading this, but I have heard enough quoted from it to know that it is excellent. Also, a dear God loving friend recommended it. "
— Claudia, 12/31/2013 -
" Wow, the first book to put my calling of christian in perfect perspective in light of the cross. AWESOME "
— Rebecca, 12/21/2013 -
" God really used this book in my life to remind me of the gospel in a meaningful way. What a blessing! "
— Butch, 12/16/2013 -
" This is a great book for people who have been Christians for a long time...to remind you of the power of The Gospel. "
— Dana, 12/11/2013 -
" Excellent - great encouragement to the believer; doctrinal is sound; the work of salvation is done!!! "
— John, 10/21/2013 -
" Excellent, excellent book. Do you really and truly know the gospel and does it inform your everyday life? You will and it will after this book. "
— Joy, 7/3/2013 -
" Read this for a book study with a group of ladies at church. excellent discussion.. "
— Jen, 6/14/2013 -
" What a wonderful reminder of the rich truths of the Gospel. This book helps you "preach the Gospel to yourself" everyday. It is God-focused, not man-centered - a refreshing, yet convicting read. "
— Debi, 4/24/2013 -
" This book will change the way you read the Gospel. Definitely worth the read. :) "
— Mandy, 4/2/2013 -
" Beautiful gospel encouragement; Elyse Fitzpatrick has become one of my favorite Christian nonfiction authors. "
— Amy, 3/12/2013 -
" Good book. Good reminders about God's love. "
— Lucy, 3/10/2013 -
" Elyse Fitzpatrick is able to articulate clearly why the gospel transforms our everyday life. Though scripture, she will help you fight off the temptation to do good works and feel worthy of God's love and rely on the power of the gospel to change you. "
— Indira, 3/2/2013 -
" March 2013 - Wow! New favorite. This book is Gospel soaked and warm, inviting women (and men too) to bathe in the reality of their new life in Christ. I'm recommending it to all my girlfriends as well as the women's ministry at our church. Definitely one I'll read again! "
— Sarah, 2/17/2013 -
" Great book to read and love it. Great reminder how much we all need the Gospel daily in our lives. Thankful for this book! "
— Marguerite, 12/18/2012 -
" probably the hardest thing for me to grasp-Christ's love for me. well written, smart and applicable. "
— Ru, 12/6/2012
About Elyse M. Fitzpatrick
Elyse Fitzpatrick is a nationally sought-after speaker and author, speaking at the Gospel Coalition’s conference and Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth’s Revive Our Hearts. She holds a certificate in biblical counseling and has an MA in biblical counseling from Trinity Theological Seminary. She has authored over twenty books and lives in California with her husband, Phil.
About Renée Raudman
Renée Raudman is an actor and Earphones Award–winning audiobook narrator. She has performed on film, television, radio, and on stage and can also be heard in several video games and hundreds of television and radio voice-overs.