Too often we look for shortcuts in our relationship with God. But when life derails, we find that our view of God is nothing more than a patchwork of rumors and secondhand information, too thin to sustain us in our moment of crisis.
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"The last 2 chapters spoke to me the most. Very convicting of the reality that I can't "know" Jesus through someone else...I need to know him MYSELF. " — Nikki (4 out of 5 stars)
"The last 2 chapters spoke to me the most. Very convicting of the reality that I can't "know" Jesus through someone else...I need to know him MYSELF. "
“Packiam lays bare the shameless lies of a way of religion that is without foundation in Jesus or scripture. This is an honest story of a Christian leader refusing cynicism and embracing forgiveness and hope.”
“Glenn Packiam offers a personal and thoughtful exploration of the rumors and misconceptions that have plagued the Christian faith. It is a must-read for anyone whose faith has become stale or apathetic, but it also offers something for even the most earnest of believers—a challenge to infuse one’s faith with a firsthand relationship with God.”
“What a great read! Page after page I found myself hooked. Glenn has written a book that not only engaged my mind, but also made my heart beat faster for Jesus.”
“With clarity and conviction, Secondhand Jesus presents the great need to ditch our memorized Christian answers and pursue knowing Jesus for ourselves. Each page is refreshing, challenging, and thought provoking.”
" It is a most read book! "
" This is a very honest book. Glenn does a wonderful job of sharing his journey and encouraging us to reevaluate our own. "
" The last 2 chapters spoke to me the most. Very convicting of the reality that I can't "know" Jesus through someone else...I need to know him MYSELF. "
" Great book written by a friend of mine. Love his insights and his honesty! "
" It is a must read. "Each page is refreshing, challenging, and thought provoking." "
" One of the best books I've ever read. Convicted, inspired, and gave direction for my ministry and my life!!! "
Glenn Packiam is executive pastor at New Life Church, where he oversees spiritual formation and serves as the teaching pastor for NewLifeSundayNight. He is also the writer of several well-known worship songs and the author of Secondhand Jesus: Trading Rumors of God for a Firsthand Faith and Butterfly in Brazil: How Your Life Can Make a World of Difference. He and his family live in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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