Failing Like Jesus [Paperback]

Kevin Riggs (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 9, 2010

Dr. Riggs takes a closer look at the ministry of Jesus on earth where He faced many challenges, people who misunderstood Him, and the perception of a failed ministry. Jesus stood up to the challenges and understood his identity was wrapped up in His relationship with His Father. Such knowledge enabled Jesus to perform for an audience of One. Until you come to the place where you are at peace with performing for an audience of One, you will either focus on applause or failure. Allow God's plan for your ministry to become your plan and find true fulfillment.

Editorial Reviews

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Kevin Riggs is the real deal. Leaders who retain a gentle spirit and a sense of humor are rare, and yet this is what I have experienced in my interaction with Kevin. I recommend him to you! --Rebecca St. James (author, recording artist, and actress)

In a culture obsessed with winning we're rarely reminded that objections, roadblocks, and even failure are stepping stones of growing in grace. Kevin encourages us to embrace the struggle because it's in them that we often discover God's greatest dreams. -- Donna VanLiere (NY Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Christmas Shoes and Finding Grace)

Kevin Riggs has funneled his biblical scholarship, pastoral experience, and acute love for Jesus into the pages of this book. He provides a fresh approach to the life of Jesus viewed through a radically new value system. -- Michael Card (singer, songwriter, author, Bible teacher, radio host)

You'll find a lot of sentences to underline in this book. Failing Like Jesus decodes the life of Christ for today's followers. Taking unvarnished scenes from the Gospels, Kevin Riggs shows us the upside-down perspective of Jesus. Our Lord turned success and failure inside out. He redefined life on His own terms; and thank goodness for that! It makes life so much easier...and harder. It's downright uplifting. May we all learn to fail like Jesus! --Robert J. Morgan (pastor, author of Then Sings My Soul)

From the Publisher

Dr. Riggs does an excellent job walking the reader through situations in the earthly ministry of Jesus that do not come across as success in ministry. However, as the reader views the full picture a clear understanding of God's power over circumstances appears. Each chapter examines a perceived failure in Christ's ministry, allowing the reader to dig deeper to see God's plan. Dr. Riggs makes it easy to grasp the personal application taught through the ministry of Jesus.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 172 pages
• Publisher: Randall House Publications (February 9, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0892656026
• ISBN-13: 978-0892656028
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,566,802 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!! Makes you re-evaluate what is important., February 23, 2010

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After reading, "Failing like Jesus", I want to reflect and redirect what my priorities should be in life. People and relationships are so much more important than what "society" deems important or determines as a success. I am still reeling from points that makes you just stop and think. Riggs makes you refocus on what God thinks is important verses what we have grown comfortable with. Once I started reading the book, I had to keep coming back to find out what was next. This practical application of how to view and live life has definitely changed my outlook. I challenge you to read the book and let it make you think.