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  • Impossible Christianity

  • Why Following Jesus Does Not Mean You Have to Change the World, Be an Expert in Everything, Accept Spiritual Failure, and Feel Miserable Pretty Much All the Time
  • By: Kevin DeYoung
  • Narrated by: Tom Parks
  • Length: 3 hrs and 23 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (29 ratings)

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Impossible Christianity

By: Kevin DeYoung
Narrated by: Tom Parks
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Bestselling Author Kevin DeYoung Offers Hope for Those Who Feel Like Christianity Has Become Hopelessly Crushing and Complex

The apostle Paul described the Christian life as a race, but to many believers it feels more like a punishing obstacle course. Fearing they’ll never be able to do enough or give enough or be enough, they see themselves as spiritual failures. But Scripture offers good news: even in ordinary life, Christians can be faithful, fruitful, and pleasing to God.

Impossible Christianity reassures listeners that they don’t need to feel a collective sense of guilt for sins in the past and solve every societal problem in the present. Through biblical wisdom and engaging personal stories, Kevin DeYoung challenges the misconception that we need 40 hours in the day just to be good Christians. By reflecting on what Jesus actually taught about Christian discipleship, readers will be newly encouraged to pursue single-minded devotion to God and find lasting joy in a life of sincere and simple obedience.

  • By Bestselling Writer Kevin DeYoung: Author of books including The Biggest Story; Just Do Something; and Crazy Busy
  • Applicable: Written in a conversational tone, this book addresses Christian life issues including guilt, corporate responsibility, personal disciplines, assurance of salvation, and righteousness
  • Offers Strength for Weary Christians: Helps believers answer the question, Can we please God and live a happy life in this anxious age?
©2023 Kevin DeYoung (P)2023 Crossway
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The apostle Paul described the Christian life as a race, but to many believers it feels more like a punishing obstacle course. Fearing they’ll never be able to do enough or give enough or be enough, they see themselves as spiritual failures. But Scripture offers good news: even in ordinary life, Christians can be faithful, fruitful, and pleasing to God. Impossible Christianity reassures listeners that they don’t need to feel a collective sense of guilt for sins in the past and solve every societal problem in the present.

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Must read for those with a tender conscience!

This challenged me, but Kevin is so rooted in the Biblical texts I can’t help but be convinced. So helpful to see the Biblical balance between antinomianism and legalism. Highly recommend!

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Man! What a good little book to balance out some of the bad thinking habits we get ourselves into as Christians. Really enjoyed and was calmed by truths herein.

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I wish Kevin had done the audio himself, but aside from that I really appreciated his exposition and analysis.

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very helpful

I love how well thought out Kevin is in making his point from scripture. This book really helps the pastor in rightly dividing word and his people!

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Very practical

Give this book some serious time and it will affect your life for the good

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It’s okay to be where I’m and when I preach Preach with encouragement as much as instruction

I liked the perspective, gave a an understanding of expectations that where realistic and accurate

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