Let Me Tell You A Story Life Lessons From Unexpected Places And Unlikely People [Paperback]

Tony Campolo (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 22, 2000

Vivid. Passionate. Witty. Poignant. No one tells a story like Tony Campolo.

Why stories? Stories have the power to sneak up on us, catch us unaware, and in the process draw us closer to our fellow human beings . . . and to God. And when Tony Campolo tells a story, we are captivated and entertained by the amazing characters and situations he describes.

• You'll laugh (or wince) at how one particular missions offering was raised.
• You'll feel the tragedy of a friend Tony didn't stand up for.
• You'll thrill to the "Sunday's comin' " sermon.
• You'll be moved when you learn about the childhood event that caused Bishop Tutu to become a priest.

These are stories of hope, doubt, faith, failure, and triumph. Of people standing up for justice, showing mercy, and living for God. But don't just expect to be entertained by Tony Campolo-though you will be. He just might change your heart and your life's priorities.

Listen well. You might overhear God talking to you.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Tony Campolo is professor emeritus of sociology at Eastern University in St. David's, Pennsylvania. Founder of the Evangelical Association for the Promotion of Education (EAPE) and the author of many popular including It's Friday but Sunday's Coming, Let me Tell You a Story, Carpe Diem, Which Jesus? and Following Jesus Without Embarrassing God. Dr. Campolo and his wife, Peggy reside in St. Davids, Pennsylvania. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson (September 22, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0849942055
• ISBN-13: 978-0849942051
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #131,206 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Tony Campolo (Ph.D., Temple University) is professor emeritus of sociology at Eastern University in suburban Philadelphia, a media commentator on religious, social, and political matters, and the author of a dozen books, including Revolution and Renewal, Let me Tell You a Story, and 20 Hot Potatoes Christians Are Afraid to touch.

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Stories Worth Listening to, September 24, 2001

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Michael Wingfield (Columbia MS, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Let Me Tell You A Story Life Lessons From Unexpected Places And Unlikely People (Paperback)

During one sermon, my pastor wanted to share a story from a certain author he liked to read. Well, by the time he finished re-telling the story, I had decided I wanted to find one of Campono's books and find out if there were more stories as equally rivetting. Needless to say, I was not disappointed, not in the least. Once I started to read his collection of stories, I kept wanting to "taste" the next one. Each story is so rich in wisdom. Some stories were easy to read. Others caused me to put the book down and take an honest look at the strength of my Christian walk. And for every story that caused me to rise up in laughter, there would also be a story to cause me to sit and weep. My challenge to you is to read this book and see if you will still be the same Christian you are at the end of the book as you were when you started.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!, August 5, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Let Me Tell You A Story Life Lessons From Unexpected Places And Unlikely People (Paperback)

I was actually looking for a different book by him that had been recommended and purchased this on a whim. It is excellent! The stories are short, to the point, and often funny and/or extremely moving. It inspires me to do more as a Christian.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars grubedoo, January 22, 2006

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grubedoo (Tacoma, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Let Me Tell You A Story Life Lessons From Unexpected Places And Unlikely People (Paperback)

A very inspiring book that doesn't give any step-by-step, how to instructions to bettering one's religion, nor make harsh judgements of right and wrong. It is one man's stories and experiences that shape a unique and beautiful spirituality. There are lessons to be learned between the lines and insightfulness and challenges on every page but they come in the form of stories which make them delectably palatable.