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by Shauna Pilgreen (Author), Mark Batterson (Foreword by)
How to Engage Culture with the Good News of Christ
We in the church do not speak the same language as the culture. We use many of the same words, but they rarely mean the same thing. And speaking louder isn't the answer. If we are to faithfully and effectively share the Good News, we have to translate Jesus.
Embracing and unpacking the bilingual nature of spreading the gospel, pastor and teacher Shauna Pilgreen shows you how to learn the language of the culture so that you can clearly communicate the love of God in the three places Christ and culture meet: the gate, the cross, and the table. By learning how to share your story in the language of the culture, you'll not only find spiritual conversations more fruitful but also build a supportive and loving community of bilingual believers excited about inviting others to enter the kingdom of God.
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How to talk with people about Jesus
The language of faith is not the language of culture. We may use some of the same words, but they rarely mean the same thing. If we are to faithfully and effectively share our faith, we have to translate Jesus so that he can be understood.
What is the message your friends, coworkers, and family members needs to hear?
- Jesus loves you--Learn how to share this truth at the gate.
- Love Jesus back--Share stories to bring your friends to the cross.
- Love one another--Discover how to recline at table the Jesus way.
It's time to change the way you think about sharing God's good news--and the way others hear it. Pastor and teacher Shauna Pilgreen is excited to show you how.
"Shauna has an inspiring vision to share the love of God with those around her in a practical and accessible way. I am delighted she has written this book."--Nicky Gumbel, pioneer of Alpha
"In an era when too many Christians are waging war on the culture or retreating from it, Shauna Pilgreen gives us a thoughtful, loving, practical advance."--Carey Nieuwhof, bestselling author of At Your Best and founder of The Art of Leadership Academy
"Could our open doors, ordinary tables, and honest conversations matter more than we know? Shauna Pilgreen provides a hands-on guide for Christ-followers to graciously and effectively share about Jesus through their everyday conversations and their real relationships."--Hosanna Wong, international speaker, spoken word artist, and bestselling author of How (Not) to Save the World
Author Biography
Shauna Pilgreen, along with her husband, Ben, coleads Epic Church, a multiethnic congregation in the heart of San Francisco. She serves on the teaching team at Epic and as a network director for Alpha USA. She writes for "everyday evangelists" on her blog. Learn more at www.shaunapilgreen.com.
