I found myself lying on the floor of my apartment, sobbing for hours on end: 'God, I'm doing everything I'm supposed to do, and I still don't feel closer to you. In fact, I feel worse than ever! How could this have gone wrong? I can't see any way out. Help me.' As a university student, Andrew Farley found himself physically and emotionally addicted to street evangelism and Bible study. Yet despite his fervid behavior, he knew something was missing. That something was an understanding of the gospel that is stripped of the compromises and cliches of the modern church. The Naked Gospel finds friends among those who are burned out on experience-chasing, ceremonialism, or legalism. It attacks churchy jargon and powerless ideas and puts forth a message that is simple but life-changing. With a fresh take on Scripture and unapologetic style, The Naked Gospel will challenge you and stir you to re-examine everything you thought you already knew.
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"How do you know a sailboat is maxed out in the wind? You listen for the hum. This book shows you how to open the sails of your life to the winds of truth, and to max out in God's Spirit. Read this book and hear the hum." --Leonard Sweet, best-selling author of Jesus Manifesto and So Beautiful
"If you're tired of wearing the 'I'm a super Christian' mask and are weary and discouraged on the inside, read this book and experience the freedom Jesus brings." --Mary DeMuth, best-selling author of Daisy Chain and Thin Places
"What a great 'textbook' on how to strip away all the religious fakery and take the challenge to just be a normal person while being a healthy Christian." --Steve Arterburn, best-selling author of Every Man's Battle: Winning the War on Sexual Temptation One Victory at a Time
"Our culture screams at us, 'productivity!' and often, this mantra gets absorbed and spread by the church. Grace is a word we use often, but rarely understand the depth and true meaning of. In The Naked Gospel, Andrew Farley strips down religion and shows us the faith and freedom God intends for us to have in a fully abundant, radiant life." --Anne Jackson, best-selling author of Mad Church Disease and Permission to Speak Freely
"The Naked Gospel is an intelligently written book that is thoroughly intriguing. Your church or small group could benefit greatly by its wisdom and concepts. This is a must read!" --Dave Stone, Senior Minister, Southeast Christian Church (12th largest church in America)
"The message that Andrew Farley brings in The Naked Gospel is so necessary for the church today. It is absolutely essential for a fulfilling and genuinely Christ-centered life." --Dr. John Best, Th.D., Former Professor of New Testament Literature and Exegesis, Dallas Theological Seminary
"If you're tired of wearing the 'I'm a super Christian' mask and are weary and discouraged on the inside, read this book and experience the freedom Jesus brings." --Mary DeMuth, best-selling author of Daisy Chain and Thin Places
"What a great 'textbook' on how to strip away all the religious fakery and take the challenge to just be a normal person while being a healthy Christian." --Steve Arterburn, best-selling author of Every Man's Battle: Winning the War on Sexual Temptation One Victory at a Time
"Our culture screams at us, 'productivity!' and often, this mantra gets absorbed and spread by the church. Grace is a word we use often, but rarely understand the depth and true meaning of. In The Naked Gospel, Andrew Farley strips down religion and shows us the faith and freedom God intends for us to have in a fully abundant, radiant life." --Anne Jackson, best-selling author of Mad Church Disease and Permission to Speak Freely
"The Naked Gospel is an intelligently written book that is thoroughly intriguing. Your church or small group could benefit greatly by its wisdom and concepts. This is a must read!" --Dave Stone, Senior Minister, Southeast Christian Church (12th largest church in America)
"The message that Andrew Farley brings in The Naked Gospel is so necessary for the church today. It is absolutely essential for a fulfilling and genuinely Christ-centered life." --Dr. John Best, Th.D., Former Professor of New Testament Literature and Exegesis, Dallas Theological Seminary
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'How do you know a sailboat is maxed out in the wind? The author's wife, a sailboat captain, can tell you. It hydroplanes. How do you know it's hydroplaning? You listen for the hum. This book shows you how to open the sails of your life to the winds of truth and max out in God's Spirit. Read this book and hear the hum.' -- Leonard Sweet, bestselling author of So Beautiful: Divine Design for Life and the Church <br><br>
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ANDREW FARLEY is quietly helping thousands of people discover the beauty of their new identity in Jesus Christ and how to live from God's grace like never before. Andrew is lead pastor of Ecclesia: Church Without Religion, a non-denominational church that resides on the high plains of west Texas. Andrew is a bestselling author of several Christian books including "The Naked Gospel", "God Without Religion", and "Heaven is Now." Andrew's writings have been featured in national news and media outlets including PBS, CBS, and FOX. You can hear "Andrew Farley LIVE", a nationwide call-in program, every Sunday afternoon at 2pm Eastern on Sirius XM, Channel 131.
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48 of 52 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Jesus Plus Nothing."
Christian, are you a legalist? Are you bound by your to do list for God? Does the word obligation weigh heavy in your mind when you consider your Lord?
These are all questions I would consider asking someone before I would recommend they read "The Naked Gospel: The Truth You May Never Hear in Church" by Andrew Farley, Lead Teaching Pastor of Ecclesia - Church Without Religion, located in Lubbock, Texas.
Effective marketing caught my attention with the clear plastic dust jacket and table of contents on the front cover. Further you find the dedication to his son with enthusiastic encouragement and also a brief quote referencing Arthur Bury's book called `The Naked Gospel`. And finally the discussion guide for each chapter named `Nude Reflections'.
All quite interesting and imaginative but the content is what stirred quite a few conversations with my husband and friends on the issues raised in this work. It is a fresh, clear look at the issue of Salvation by Grace, not works as well as living by Grace, not Law.
The reader is asked a series of questions to begin the dialogue of the book. I was quickly taken aback as I immediately disagreed with some of the statements made. Not wanting to give away the content, suffice it to say, these are standard and pointed questions. My advice would be to read them closely before you answer.
Andrew Farley's direct and honest writing style adds to the sections of personal testimony and illustrations. His does not mince words. He addresses objections and then brings the reader back to the main them of `Jesus Plus Nothing'.
Upon reflection, there were sections that at first I did not agree, but after consideration, the doctrine was sound. It is New Covenant living that Andrew Farley offers in this book. It does not diminish Old Covenant standards but amplifies the simplicity of the New Covenant.
This is a book for the genuine believer who has walked the road of obligation and perhaps needs to breathe the fresh air of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
As a believer, there is nothing you can do to make God love you more; and there is nothing you can do to make God love you less. God just loves you. There is only one response to this kind of Love - walking in it.
I recommend this book, for discussion and examination. For a limited time, you can download an electronic copy of this book. Instructions for download of this resource are located on our Free Download page or from Andrew Farley's website TheNakedGospel.
Keiki Hendrix
Vessel Project Book Reviewer
Zondervan Book Reviewer
[...]
Christian, are you a legalist? Are you bound by your to do list for God? Does the word obligation weigh heavy in your mind when you consider your Lord?
These are all questions I would consider asking someone before I would recommend they read "The Naked Gospel: The Truth You May Never Hear in Church" by Andrew Farley, Lead Teaching Pastor of Ecclesia - Church Without Religion, located in Lubbock, Texas.
Effective marketing caught my attention with the clear plastic dust jacket and table of contents on the front cover. Further you find the dedication to his son with enthusiastic encouragement and also a brief quote referencing Arthur Bury's book called `The Naked Gospel`. And finally the discussion guide for each chapter named `Nude Reflections'.
All quite interesting and imaginative but the content is what stirred quite a few conversations with my husband and friends on the issues raised in this work. It is a fresh, clear look at the issue of Salvation by Grace, not works as well as living by Grace, not Law.
The reader is asked a series of questions to begin the dialogue of the book. I was quickly taken aback as I immediately disagreed with some of the statements made. Not wanting to give away the content, suffice it to say, these are standard and pointed questions. My advice would be to read them closely before you answer.
Andrew Farley's direct and honest writing style adds to the sections of personal testimony and illustrations. His does not mince words. He addresses objections and then brings the reader back to the main them of `Jesus Plus Nothing'.
Upon reflection, there were sections that at first I did not agree, but after consideration, the doctrine was sound. It is New Covenant living that Andrew Farley offers in this book. It does not diminish Old Covenant standards but amplifies the simplicity of the New Covenant.
This is a book for the genuine believer who has walked the road of obligation and perhaps needs to breathe the fresh air of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
As a believer, there is nothing you can do to make God love you more; and there is nothing you can do to make God love you less. God just loves you. There is only one response to this kind of Love - walking in it.
I recommend this book, for discussion and examination. For a limited time, you can download an electronic copy of this book. Instructions for download of this resource are located on our Free Download page or from Andrew Farley's website TheNakedGospel.
Keiki Hendrix
Vessel Project Book Reviewer
Zondervan Book Reviewer
[...]
49 of 56 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A fresh, tender, superbly informed voice - a timely work - A well crafted message woven with the story-telling skills of a master knitter of the gospel, our lives, our Lord and what it really means to be free in Christ.
I needed to read this book. I know I have loads of company. Whether you may be exploring what it may mean to have a present-day relationship with Christ, a desire to know Jesus more intimately, suffocating in religion or smugly comfortable in your relationship with God - READ THIS BOOK!
As author Andrew Farley points out:
"Radically, the Bible teaches that humanity's main problemis not what we're doing. Instead, it's our lack of life as we do it." p.72.
This is a book about freedom - freedom from the shackles of man-made interpretations of what is required to live life as a Christian. Scripturally sound, Farley takes us on a journey - revisiting may of the fundamental tenets of the Christian faith - reminding us of the biblical, present day realities that many of us have unfortunately forgotten or replaced with other interpretations in our daily living as Christians . As Farley states:
"Too often, I see the church today functioning like any other morality-focused social group. It's time for us to wake up and realize that being born of the Spirit means we possess an amazing life within us. Because we're already different on the inside, we can live differently on the outside." p. 186.
Don't misinterpret what the quote above refers to. This is NOT a book about condemning the state of the church. It is written for a broad audience with immediate, enduring practical application to our lives.Furthermore, it is superb tool to share with those considering the Christian faith. A tremendous small group study book.
This book is a rarity. Most precious gifts are. I hope you will be blessed by it as I was. It's a book that I will revisit regularly now.
I felt somehow lighter after I finished this book. Distinctly unburdened. My prayer is that you will receive a similar gift from your reading of it.
I needed to read this book. I know I have loads of company. Whether you may be exploring what it may mean to have a present-day relationship with Christ, a desire to know Jesus more intimately, suffocating in religion or smugly comfortable in your relationship with God - READ THIS BOOK!
As author Andrew Farley points out:
"Radically, the Bible teaches that humanity's main problemis not what we're doing. Instead, it's our lack of life as we do it." p.72.
This is a book about freedom - freedom from the shackles of man-made interpretations of what is required to live life as a Christian. Scripturally sound, Farley takes us on a journey - revisiting may of the fundamental tenets of the Christian faith - reminding us of the biblical, present day realities that many of us have unfortunately forgotten or replaced with other interpretations in our daily living as Christians . As Farley states:
"Too often, I see the church today functioning like any other morality-focused social group. It's time for us to wake up and realize that being born of the Spirit means we possess an amazing life within us. Because we're already different on the inside, we can live differently on the outside." p. 186.
Don't misinterpret what the quote above refers to. This is NOT a book about condemning the state of the church. It is written for a broad audience with immediate, enduring practical application to our lives.Furthermore, it is superb tool to share with those considering the Christian faith. A tremendous small group study book.
This book is a rarity. Most precious gifts are. I hope you will be blessed by it as I was. It's a book that I will revisit regularly now.
I felt somehow lighter after I finished this book. Distinctly unburdened. My prayer is that you will receive a similar gift from your reading of it.
42 of 49 people found the following review helpful
By Laura Anciso
Format:Paperback
I am 50 years old and have spent a life time in churches doing and doing so that I could feel better about my relationship with God, the Naked Gospel taught me that my relationship with my God is not about me or my performance it is about God, it is about Jesus and what He did it is not about me. Dr. Farley writes in a way that scriptures that I have read for years with little to no understanding now make sense, it truly has been Life Changing.
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third time through
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clarified the line of the old testament with the rules and regulations from the new testament with the freedom from rules to the love and grace which now guides our lives. Read more
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Revealed grace
Everytime, the truth is spoken freely there is both joy of one and fear of another. The best thing: focus on God and his love for human being
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Simple truth, awesome
Very easy understanding of the truth of the Gospel, clear, with no add on's of the scripture in context. It's all about Jesus and not about you.
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Be prepared for a life changing experience!
Excellent! Life changing truths! I am now reading it a second time.
I highly recommend that you read with your bible near by.
I highly recommend that you read with your bible near by.
Published 17 days ago by Trevor Headley
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JESUS PLUS NOTHING! The gospel like I had never heard before!!! I...
There are few books out there that just cut through the "religious" crap and present the gospel in its purest form. The finished work of Jesus! Read more
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A Classic Exposition of Grace
I was thrilled by this book and passed it on to many others. You will never be the same and will realize that in Christ, we are clean and close, 24/7, no matter what.
Published 23 days ago by Mike in Memphis
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Best Book on Christianity I've ever read!
The name says it all : in the most excellent way Dr Andrew Farley helps the reader to discern the Gospel as it was meant to be read and understood : naked, without being clothed in... Read more
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The Truth!
A breath of fresh truth about the Word of God. The reader will come to learn to relax and start a real healthy relationship with God.
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