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Grace is everywhere, all around us, all of the time. We only need the ears to hear it and the eyes to see it. It is much easier and perhaps more helpful to describe what grace feels like through stories and images that illustrate the varied ways grace is experienced when encountered in the wild, than it is to attempt to define it definitively, to trap it, and cage it. Maybe that’s why Jesus was so fond of parables: nothing describes the indescribable like a memorable yarn.Sin Boldly: A Field Guide for Grace is a collection of stories about the author's experiences with grace—in ridiculous moments and in those that seem trivial but are anything but; in wacky adventures and quiet walks; with family and with strangers; in bars, nightclubs, the occasional house of worship, and in her own home; and through conversations with people—some famous and some not—who have introduced her to grace in new ways that in turn have shaped her faith and the way she tries to live it.
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"A funny memoir of Falsani's encounters with grace. An entertaining, down-to-earth storyteller, Falsani is honest about her own shortcomings - a prerequisite for recognizing grace, even if grace itself has no prerequisites. The title comes from 16th century reformer, Martin Luther, who wrote it to a friend who spent an inordinate amount of time obsessing about his sins - which very easily becomes just another form of self-centeredness. Luther wrote, "God does not save people who are only fictitious sinners. Be a sinner and sin boldly, but believe and rejoice in Christ even more boldly." In other words, get your eyes off of yourself, and onto the grace offered through Christ. This book helps do exactly that."
— Skipr (5 out of 5 stars)
Sin Boldly Listener Reviews
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" in the same vein as anne lamott...not as vulgar or witty or poetic, but still a very compelling read about what grace is (and isn't). "
— Brian, 2/16/2014 -
" Could not really get into this, just skimmed the short stories. Do not know why I got this?? "
— Terri, 2/6/2014 -
" Don't let the title keep you away. I actually had someone tell me that this was not an appropriate book for me to be carrying into church as I tend to read and drink coffee before the service. Definitely a great read that gave me a better understanding of the concept of grace. "
— Jodi, 1/28/2014 -
" Not my type of book. "
— Bobbye, 1/16/2014 -
" This book offers a great account of what Grace truly is. "
— Jeff, 1/4/2014 -
" A thoughtful book, beautifully designed and heartfelt. "
— GraceAnne, 12/2/2013 -
" Edgy, Raw, and Real! Don't miss this one. "
— Steve, 11/3/2013 -
" From my old neck of the woods. Nice reading that Midwest humor. Have decided I really need to become a journalist and start wandering the world. "
— Ruhegeist, 10/2/2013 -
" WOW! A keeper on my shelf for when I need to remember my problems are not the end of the world! It puts life into perspective! "
— Mitzi, 9/10/2013 -
" some refreshing glimpses into finding grace in various experiences of life. It challenged me to keep looking for grace and also to keep finding ways to extend grace to others in my life "
— Bob, 6/21/2013 -
" A refreshing, challenging look at grace in our lives... "
— Karen, 6/1/2013 -
" Great fun romping around the world with Cathleen! "
— Alice, 10/21/2012 -
" Another book I really liked. Others have written reviews that I agree say it all. Definitely worth reading. "
— Ruthann, 9/15/2012 -
" good book and fast read. recommend for bible study or women's study class. "
— Michelle, 6/1/2012 -
" although the title sounds heretical, the book is solidly biblical and very well written. i highly recommend it for everyone -- we all need to know God's grace more deeply. "
— Larry, 5/14/2012 -
" This is a book that deserves to be read by everyone interested in real, genuine and authentic faith. The author provides a helpful field guide for grace and makes you smile, laugh and cry along the way. "
— Wayne, 2/29/2012 -
" I wasn't impressed with Sin Boldly, as much as I wanted to be. Mostly, my impressions are that Anne Lamott has already done this, and done it much better at that. I did, however, enjoy the frequent Bruce Cockburn quotes. "
— LVD, 2/27/2012 -
" This book helped me to re-open my eyes to all the Grace around me. "
— Justin, 12/6/2011 -
" This book spoke to my soul. And I loved my first taste of watermelon gazpecho. "
— Rharvan, 9/25/2011 -
" Short essays that are inspiring and thought provoking! "
— Amy, 9/21/2011 -
" Absolutely awful. Trite, badly written (like teen angst). An example: "Howling wind whipped my long, unruly Hair in penitent lashes across my face..." Really? 'penitent lashes'? <br/> <br/>Imo just Ugh! Couldn't finish it. "
— Irene, 5/28/2011 -
" This is a book that deserves to be read by everyone interested in real, genuine and authentic faith. The author provides a helpful field guide for grace and makes you smile, laugh and cry along the way. "
— Wayne, 8/28/2010 -
" I wasn't impressed with Sin Boldly, as much as I wanted to be. Mostly, my impressions are that Anne Lamott has already done this, and done it much better at that. I did, however, enjoy the frequent Bruce Cockburn quotes. "
— LVD, 6/6/2010 -
" Could not really get into this, just skimmed the short stories. Do not know why I got this?? "
— Terri, 12/22/2009 -
" From my old neck of the woods. Nice reading that Midwest humor. Have decided I really need to become a journalist and start wandering the world. "
— Ruhegeist, 12/8/2009 -
" This book offers a great account of what Grace truly is. "
— Jeff, 10/28/2009 -
" some refreshing glimpses into finding grace in various experiences of life. It challenged me to keep looking for grace and also to keep finding ways to extend grace to others in my life "
— Bob, 8/11/2009 -
" This book spoke to my soul. And I loved my first taste of watermelon gazpecho.<br/><br/> "
— Rharvan, 7/18/2009 -
" good book and fast read. recommend for bible study or women's study class. "
— Michelle, 5/11/2009 -
" Don't let the title keep you away. I actually had someone tell me that this was not an appropriate book for me to be carrying into church as I tend to read and drink coffee before the service. Definitely a great read that gave me a better understanding of the concept of grace. "
— Jodi, 4/25/2009 -
" Great fun romping around the world with Cathleen! "
— Alice, 3/30/2009 -
" Edgy, Raw, and Real! Don't miss this one. "
— Steve, 3/30/2009 -
" although the title sounds heretical, the book is solidly biblical and very well written. i highly recommend it for everyone -- we all need to know God's grace more deeply. "
— Larry, 2/3/2009 -
" in the same vein as anne lamott...not as vulgar or witty or poetic, but still a very compelling read about what grace is (and isn't). "
— Brian, 1/29/2009