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John Avant (Author)
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July 7, 2009
In this provocative book, pastor John avant encourages readers to uphold a consistent practice of what they believe, not just a verbalization of what they believe. If Christians truly believe in God, they should live genuinely changed lives as the ultimate proof that He is real.

Many Christians live their lives as if they do not believe in God. They go to church and praise His name on Sundays, but in their daily lives they don’t think about the Lord that often. They don’t show much concern or charity for others. They don’t feel gratitude to the Lord for His blessings. They don’t allow God’s love to be reflected in their actions—giving Christianity a bad name in the process. In their practical, day-to-day lives, many Christians are almost living as though they are atheists.

Pastor Avant witnesses many Christians not living up to their claims, and he asserts that there is not much Christ left in that form of Christianity. In If God Were Real, he challenges Christians to consider whether or not they believe in God. If they do, Pastor Avant wants readers to consider what life would be like if they lived as if they believed in God. He advocates for the pursuit of a new Jesus movement that resembles Christ’s original followers—followers who were so steadfastly devoted to Him that their every action reflected His glory. With If God Were Real, readers will embark on an adventure of discovery of the real God and a life lived in praise of Him.


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"Here's a prophetic, passionate, and practical book that I hope will inspire the church and individuals to join a new Jesus Movement." -- Lee Strobel, author of The Case for the Real Jesus

"This is a road map for a life of real passion and joy following the real God in the real world." -- Chris Mortensen of ESPN

"John Avant is such a refreshing kind of preacher and writer. He says if God were real, Christians would act like...well, Christians. And guess what, John likes atheists. But that's not surprising; after all, Jesus loves them. If God were real, indeed." -- Louisiana State Representative Frank Hoffman

About the Author

Avant is the pastor of a 7,000 member Baptist church. He is an avid bow-hunter and scuba diver.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Howard Books; Original edition (July 7, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1416587799
  • ISBN-13: 978-1416587798
  • Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,377,362 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Journey with A Challenge, July 20, 2009
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WOW! What a Journey - and it's just beginning. The Challenge -- to really live like I believe God IS REAL...I can't begin to condense this must-read into a few sentences, and feel hard-pressed to choose just one of the many underlined statements/passages, so I won't! I'll choose three which is still a struggle!!! But here are a few that stepped on my toes:

Most Christians are either so sheltered within the religious shell of their churches that they don't really know any non-Christians, or they are actively working to oppose them. Or both.

Maybe the key to being a part of a movement of God is deciding that I really want to be a part of it!

The greatest love ever demonstrated was lived out not in feelings of sweet, heart-fluttering romance but in screaming, tortured agony.

The chapter on families -- If God Were Real...Our Family Life Would Shock the World -- well, here's another quote ---- "Children who live our family life on a mission with the real God will not easily trade that in for anything this world has to offer."

All of this from just the first half of the book --- WELL, WELL worth the read!!

Along with two other books I have read recently, this is one I wish I could just have a case full and hand them out!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A convicting State of the Church Address, September 12, 2009
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Dr. Avant provides a compelling view of the current status of the American church and calls us all to action. With what Christianity has become today, we're better off severing ourselves from it and simply call ourselves "Christ followers." Because, sadly, if we were to actually do what God calls us to do, if we were to act like God were actually real, many churches in this country would want nothing to do with us. Reader beware, reading this book may grow in you a desire to live dangerously and to escape the safe bubble we've all put ourselves in. A great buy and a great read.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A challenge to those who don't believe - and those who do., August 18, 2009
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Over three weeks after reading Dr. Avant's latest book I find myself still dealing with the impact made in my life. The challenge he presents to those who do not believe is really quite simple. Consider. Just consider. If his 'what if' question is found to be lacking, the only loss is a bit of time spent reading a book. But then maybe this book will open some eyes to the possibility that God does exist and that He is very real. For those of us who profess to already believe, the challenge to truly live that belief in day to day life is very straightforward. The true life examples given of those who claim to be Christians - and live like it - is balanced equally by examples of how far from the mark many of us have fallen. The book is summed up, in my opinion, exceptionally well, when Dr. Avant offers a model prayer for those of us who consider ourselves true believers. "God, change everything about me that you need to change. ...Do in me - and in your people - whatever it takes to bring you honor and glory....Even if it means I never like another song I sing or sermon I hear...if instead, we can reach people who aren't yet here...." If believers truly grasped this concept there would no longer be a need to apologize to those around us for being such poor Christ followers.
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